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  WP:World premiere

  Product exhibited for the first time in the world at the Tokyo Motor Show

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  JP:Japan premiere

  Product that has arleady premiered abroad, but being exhibited for the first time in Japan at the Tokyo Motor Show

 

GIGA, Isuzu’s flagship model advanced further
In addition to the latest advanced safety feature, GIGA’s boosted the existing feature aiming to alleviate driver fatigue. By improving these features in tandem, it’s stepped up to the next level of performance. All contributes to driving safety: Pre-crash brake system capable of detecting pedestrians and bicycles, a safety measure which avoids accidents when turning at intersections, Blind Spot Monitoring that assists safe lane changes, LED headlights which vary light distribution for maximum visibility, etc.
To reduce driver fatigue GIGA is renewed with a full range adaptive cruise control system which uses a millimeter-wave radar to measure the distance from a preceding vehicle in order to follow safely at all speeds, a newly-designed high roof cabin, etc.
MIMAMORI to analyze the state of the vehicle is too beefed up and it now checks and monitors the safety features providing the customer with peace-of-mind uptime.

 

New model ELF revamped for better driving, stopping and connection
A new engine 4JZ1 fitted with urea SCR has made it possible to achieve both compliance to the Japan’s PPNLT emissions standards and top-of-the-diesel-class fuel efficiency (driving). *1
A suite of advanced safety features, such as pre-crash brake system supported by stereo cameras with superior forward obstacle detection, comes as a standard (Stopping). *2
Vehicle conditions are remotely monitored through a connected technology (connecting) and PREISM, employing predictive analytics over real-time data for maintenance to be performed by an authorized Isuzu dealer, is now available.
*1: In reference to Japan’s fuel efficiency standards for heavy duty vehicles. Except certain 4WD models. Data dated August 2019, sourced by Isuzu.
*2: Except some models

 

Isuzu and Hino jointly developed Japan’s first hybrid articulated bus.
Not only it efficiently transports a great many people, but also its hybrid system responds to the need to reduce environmental burdens.
Moreover, EDSS (Emergency Driving Stop System), built into the transit bus for the first time in the world, decelerates and brings it to a stop by pressing an emergency button when a passenger or crew member detects something wrong with the driver.
Further, the bus is loaded with new technologies developed to support a Advanced Rapid Transit (ART):Automatic　Arrival Control System which automatically aligns the bus with the bus stop, Cooperative Adaptive Cruise Control (CACC) which automatically accelerates and decelerates with regard to preceding vehicles’ speed changes via vehicle-to-vehicle communication with the preceding vehicles, Visual Support System which detects moving obstacles outside the vehicle, etc.

 

ELF EV Walk-through Van, next-gen light delivery vehicle
On top of being environmentally conscious such as zero emissions, quiet operation, etc., it takes advantage of the EV architecture which allows for a walk-through structure to provide better working conditions for drivers and optimize efficiency in collection and delivery. A swivel seat on a driver-side makes it easy for the driver to get in and out of the vehicle.
In respect to safety, a combination of a digital mirror system (CMS*1) which covers a wider range of view than any conventional mirrors together with 3D Surround Multiview*2 that provides a 3D vehicle periphery monitoring secures safety for the driver and surroundings.
*1: Camera monitoring system
*2: Omnidirectional monitor

 

With the concept of Creating new ways of working for the long-haul driver enabling them to feel safe, secure and stimulated, a model’s been developed specially for the show to depict a futuristic distribution network.
By linking the similarities in connected and platooning trucks to marine mammals that navigate through ultrasonic sound waves and their unique swimming formation, a shark-inspired bio design was created to illustrate an image of a mighty robot. Its exterior is designed organically with a sharp-nose cabin vital to let it cut through the wind, which is contrasted by a sturdy aero device around it.
Inside the cabin, a layer design is employed enabling to adjust the layout of a dashboard when switching between manual and autonomous driving. Seats can come together in the center for pleasurable driving and comfort.

 

4JZ1, most advanced diesel engine featuring both compliance to the latest emissions standards and top-class fuel efficiency
4JJ1, a leading diesel engine that is part of D-CORE (Next-generation, highly-efficient diesel engine series) was developed for ELF 2007 model onwards. With ELF 2018 model, D-CORE further evolved and became a basis for the new engine 4JZ1, specially developed for commercial vehicles.
In addition to significantly revamping the engine performance as a whole, an innovative package layout is employed so that it enables to position Diesel Particulate Defuser (DPD) close-coupled to the engine. It not only has achieved both compliance to the Japan’s Post Post New Long Term (PPNLT) emissions standards and optimal fuel efficiency, but also offers a lineup of engines with high output, etc. to respond to the market needs.

 

PREISM* is a program aiming to support the customers’ core business, transportation by proactively preventing vehicle breakdowns.
A vehicle in motion is monitored via an in-vehicle mobile communication terminal so that the vehicle conditions are constantly analyzed remotely.
Further, since PREISM uses the collected data to perform a precision maintenance by an authorized Isuzu dealer, it proactively maintains the vehicle and eliminates the risk of breakdowns. Even in the event of a breakdown, the data are analyzed to predict what maintenance and repair work the vehicle needs before brought in so that it helps to save time required for maintenance.
PREISM, developed to support the vehicle’s steady running and optimal uptime and nip signs of breakdown via a network of connections, will be showcased on stage.

* PREISM: (PRE = Pre-breakdown) + (ISM = Isuzu’s philosophy)

 

Having considering the pros and cons of various alternatives to transportation energy and needs to conserve the environment, Isuzu has placed natural gas as an important alternative to fossil fuels, and has been developing vehicles powered by natural gas. Initiatives and design innovations Isuzu has worked on for future generations of natural gas vehicles, such as LNG truck which runs on a liquefied gas kept in its liquid state at very low temperatures, etc., are exhibited.
Natural gas, also known as utility gas, is a clean energy source widely used in residences and commercial buildings. How natural gas positively impacts our daily lives will also be highlighted.