HINO Announces the Latest Bus Model of RN8JSKA

SELANGOR, 23rd APRIL 2015 –  Hino Motors Sales Malaysia Sdn Bhd (HMSM), the No 1 brand in commercial vehicles, today introduced key upgrades to its top bus segment for the Malaysian market.

Encapsulates Hino Malaysia’s 38 Years Commitment of Progressing Forward through Safety and Comfort with Hino’s Brand New Bus Offering

The launch of the new RN8JSKA bus represents an exciting endeavor for HMSM as the company strives to become a sustainable and smart solution-provider to transportation woes such as traffic congestion, rising costs of transportation and high rates of carbon emission that typically afflict the urban population on a daily basis.

Targeting the big-scale transport users in the travel industry, public transportation sector, town councils and corporations, the RN8JSKA is designed as an ideal solution to address present transportation challenges with its high safety features, powerful 260PS (191Kw) engine performance, 6-Speed Manual Transmission, comfort air suspension and the Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS).

This new RN8JSKA is equipped with safety features such as Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), retarder and stabilizer. The Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) as well as retarder, giving a driver a peace of mind even while driving on various terrains and hilly side. The ABS additionally gives the driver the ability to control braking force of individual wheels in order to prevent them from locking. These safety features maximize safety assurance and control over the vehicle with its retarder also contribute to the low maintenance thus optimizing the benefits to the customers.

Also equipped with the air suspension feature with 2 front and 4 rear air bellow, the HINO RN8JSKA bus is able to seamlessly course through long distance highway to high durability and flexibility suspension, ensuring a comfortable journey for customers. The new HINO RN8JSKA  bus is sure to provide enjoyable travels for tourists during their exploration of our local landmarks and attractions. Added with stabilizer, both the driver and passengers can enjoy more than just safer trips with smoother and more comfortable rides on the HINO RN8JSKA bus.

Addressing the rising costs of transportation and the unhealthy carbon emissions from vehicles, this 44-seater HINO RN8JSKA bus is fuel efficient, thanks to its new power-train which effectively increases fuel economy while reducing engine braking.

“Aspiring to reduce the nation's carbon footprint, the introduction of the new RN8JSKA is part of Hino’s initiative to promote environmental consciousness and sustainable development for transportation in Malaysia. At HMSM, it is of great importance for us to serve consumers’ needs whilst emphasizing on Quality, Durability and Reliability. As Hino continues to progress, we remain optimistic of the company's ability to maintain leadership in the commercial vehicle market while we are aiming of capturing 45% of the market share. Maximizing customer experience is our main goal as we also look to accommodate to our best capacity through safety assurances, comfort in driving, and through being socially conscious of society’s surrounding environment,” said Mr. Ken Iwamoto, Managing Director of Hino Motors Sales (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.

“We have great confidence that this new bus will be able to contribute in all key areas to provide solutions for impending transportation challenges, and to satiate the growing demand of bus market in various sectors,” he added.

Additionally, with continuous Visit Malaysia promotion being the nation’s biggest tourism celebration, the launch of the HINO RN8JSKA bus looks to ensure consistent quality and safety for all passengers. Hino seeks to especially cater for travel agencies and companies in order to best accommodate tourists, thus fulfilling the need for dependable transportation in the local tourism industry.

HMSM established a reputation as a commendable brand for medium and heavy-duty vehicles of all segments. Established in 1977, HMSM is the first in Malaysia to assemble Japanese-built diesel-engine trucks on a commercial scale and continues to lead in the industry. Since 2010, HINO has been the market leader in the overall commercial vehicle segment (GVW 4,500 kg and above) in Malaysia.

HINO sales reached 6,380 units, keeping the No. 1 market share in truck & bus segment for 5 consecutive years since year 2010. For the bus market, HINO kept no. 1 position for 6 consecutive years since 2009. Last year, bus market in Malaysia stands about 957 units and HINO has exceeded 40% of market share. With the introduction of new RN8JSKA, we strive to exceed 45% of the current market share.

HINO’s main competitive edge has been its ability to offer a complete range of commercial vehicles ranging from four-wheel light commercial vehicles, medium-heavy commercial vehicles, and prime movers to buses.  For each model, HINO is also able to offer different chassis variants to suit different purposes.

HINO and its’ dealers continue to Aim for Customer Trust & Confidence.