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01
Isuzu is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of commercial vehicles
and diesel engines. Always an innovator, Isuzu introduced Japan’s first
diesel engine in 1936, and today we are leading the way in developing
environmentally friendly diesel technology. We are the market leader in at
least one product category in 23 different countries and our products are
found in over 130 countries around the world. For example, in Japan we led
the market for 2–3 ton trucks with a 36.1% market share in fiscal 2004, and
in the U.S. Isuzu has been the leader in imported class 3 and class 7 low
cab forward (LCF) trucks for 18 straight years.
Trucks
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Isuzu trucks are trusted around the world for their
reliability on the job and durability even under the
most demanding conditions. We are the world’s
largest manufacturer of medium-duty trucks and
our lineup of trucks—ranging from the light duty N
series (ELF in Japan) to the heavy duty C&E series
(GIGA in Japan)—is designed to meet the needs
of any business. Isuzu trucks exceed today’s
stricter environmental standards, offering cleaner
emissions as well as advanced safety features.
Isuzu innovations include Japan’s first “4-bag” air
suspension and the “Smoother” series of
transmissions for easy handling and better fuel
economy. Isuzu also offers services such as
seminars on economical operating techniques
and consulting on meeting emissions standards.
Truck Lineup
Heavy-duty trucks Japan: • GIGA series
Overseas: • C&E series
Medium-duty trucks Japan: • FORWARD series
Overseas: • F series
Light-duty trucks Japan: • ELF series
Overseas: • N series
ISUZU AT A GLANCE
Key Events in the History of Isuzu
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Japan’s first domestically produced truck, a Wolseley
model A-9, rolls out of the Tokyo Ishikawajima
Shipbuilding and Engineering plant
December
1922
The first Hillman passenger car rolls out of Isuzu. By
January 1957 all parts are locally made.
October
1953
Isuzu unveils the ELF TL model light-duty truck
August
1959
Isuzu unveils the 117 coupe passenger car
October
1968
Isuzu unveils the FORWARD TR model 4-ton truck
April
1970
Isuzu and US-based General Motors sign basic
agreement for comprehensive business pact
July
1971

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