Takeshi Hirano Assumes Role Of Deputy Managing Director, Isuzu Motors India (IMI)

Isuzu Motors India (IMI), a subsidiary of Isuzu Motors Limited, Japan, has announced a key change in the top management.

Mr. Takeshi Hirano, Isuzu Business Division, Mitsubishi Corporation, Japan, succeeds Mr. Toru Kishimoto as Deputy Managing Director of Isuzu Motors India (IMI).

Mr. Takeshi Hirano brings an experience of over two decades in distribution and marketing across global markets for ISUZU. He comes with a rich experience of working in various capacities overseeing operations in different markets for Isuzu Motors and Mitsubishi Corporation. He also possesses strong familiarity with the Indian market, having previously served at Isuzu Motors India as Vice President– Sales and Marketing, where he played a pivotal role in setting the foundation in the Indian market.

Mr. Toru Kishimoto will assume a new assignment at the parent company in Japan.

The change in the management is as per the business plan of the company.

About Isuzu Motors India Pvt. Ltd.

Isuzu Motors India Private Limited (IMI), a subsidiary of Isuzu Motors Limited, Japan, was established in August 2012. Headquartered in Chennai, the company sells the popular ISUZU D-MAX V-Cross – India’s First Lifestyle and Adventure Pick-up, the Hi-Lander - All-rounder Pick-up and the ISUZU mu-X, premium 7-seater SUV in the personal vehicle segment and variants of ISUZU D-MAX pick-ups – S-CAB, S-CAB Z and Regular Cab, for the commercial segment. ISUZU vehicles are known for their reliability and performance around the world. Recently, IMI launched its fully-built Ambulance model that meets AIS-125 Type C specs. Renowned the world-over, ISUZU vehicles are gaining huge significance in the Indian market as well, thanks to the ‘value proposition’ it offers the customers.

Isuzu Motors India manufactures these products at its modern manufacturing plant in Sri City, spread over an area of 107 acres in the state of Andhra Pradesh. The company began its manufacturing operations in April 2016, with strong focus on quality and commitment to Indian market. In February 2020, Isuzu Motors India commenced the start of its Phase-II operations with the inauguration of the state-of-the-art Press Shop facility and engine assembly plant.

IMI started export of its ‘Made-in-India’ vehicles and has emerged as the India’s top exporter of commercial vehicles (CVs) in FY2024-25, as per SIAM report. An ISO 9001:2015 certified company, Isuzu Motors India is committed to providing products and services of the highest level of quality to ensure customer delight. The company has dedicated dealer touch-points, conveniently located in 100 locations across the country. For more information on the company, and its products/services visit www.isuzu.in.