FUSO Philippines offers up to ₱200,000 Savings this September

Manila, Philippines – Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP) launched its Hot Discounts September Promo, offering Filipino customers the chance to enjoy instant savings of up to ₱200,000 on select FUSO models.

Participating models and their respective discounts are as follows:

•            2025 Canter FE71 MT C/C – SRP ₱1,670,000 | ₱150,000 discount
•            2025 Canter FE71 AMT C/C – SRP ₱1,745,000 | ₱200,000 discount
•            2025 Canter FE73 C/C – SRP ₱1,840,000 | ₱200,000 discount
•            2025 Canter FE85-S C/C – SRP ₱2,035,000 | ₱150,000 discount
•            2025 Canter FE85-L C/C – SRP ₱2,070,000 | ₱200,000 discount
•            2025 FJ 2828R C/C – SRP ₱4,130,000 | ₱100,000 discount

These special discounts make it more accessible for small, medium, and large enterprises to invest in reliable mobility solutions designed to support their daily operations.

This promo is valid at all authorized FUSO dealerships nationwide until September 30, 2025. For more details, you may register your interest through https://fuso.com.ph/contact-us/ or visit any FUSO dealership near you.

*Specifications may vary from actual unit. Terms and Conditions apply. Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB – 235688 Series of 2025.

For more information, please contact:
Ms. Joms Ilaw, Senior Brand Communications Specialist
jn.ilaw@fuso.com.ph | (049) 530 1390

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Sojitz Corporation at a Glance
As a general trading company, the Sojitz Group is engaged in a wide range of businesses globally, including buying, selling, importing, and exporting goods, manufacturing and selling products, providing services, and planning and coordinating projects, in Japan and overseas. The Group also invests in various sectors and conducts financing activities. The broad range of sectors in which Sojitz operates includes those related to automobiles, plants, energy, mineral resources, chemicals, foodstuff resources, agricultural and forestry resources, consumer goods, and industrial parks. Sojitz has run so many kinds of automotive business all over the world such as CKD production, wholesale, and Retail. In the case of the business in Philippine, Sojitz has been engaged to the automotive business since 1969.

Daimler Truck at a Glance
Daimler Truck Holding AG (“Daimler Truck”) is one of the world’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturers, with over 40 main locations and more than 100,000 employees around the globe. The founders of Daimler Truck invented the modern transportation industry with their trucks and buses a good 125 years ago. Unchanged to this day, the company’s aspirations are dedicated to one purpose: Daimler Truck works for all who keep the world moving. Its customers enable people to be mobile and get goods to their destinations reliably, on time, and safely. Daimler Truck provides the technologies, products, and services for them to do so. This also applies to the transformation to CO2-neutral driving. The company is striving to make sustainable transport a success, with profound technological knowledge and a clear view of its customers’ needs. Daimler Truck’s business activities are structured in five reporting segments: Trucks North America (TN) with the truck brands Freightliner and Western Star and the school bus brand Thomas Built Buses. Trucks Asia (TA) with the FUSO and RIZON commercial vehicle brands. Mercedes-Benz Trucks (MBT) with the truck brand of the same name and BharatBenz. Daimler Buses (DB) with the Mercedes-Benz and Setra bus brands. Daimler Truck’s new Financial Services business (DTFS) constitutes the fifth segment, the product range in the truck segments includes light, medium and heavy trucks for long-distance, distribution and construction traffic and special-purpose vehicles used mainly in the municipal and vocational sector. The product range of the bus segment includes city buses, school buses and intercity buses, coaches and bus chassis. In addition to the sale of new and used commercial vehicles, the company also offers after-sales services and connectivity solutions.

MFTBC at a Glance
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) is a commercial vehicle manufacturer based in Kawasaki City, Japan. 89.29% of its shares are owned by Daimler Truck AG and 10.71% by various Mitsubishi group companies. MFTBC provides trucks, buses and industrial engines under the FUSO brand with a longstanding history of over 90 years, serving approximately 170 markets worldwide. MFTBC proactively develops cutting-edge technologies such as electrification, with its eCanter being Japan’s first mass-produced electric light-duty truck. MFTBC’s heavy-duty Super Great Truck was also the first of its kind in Japan to include SAE Level 2-equivalent automated driving support technology, now a benchmark in the Japanese commercial vehicle market.

FUSO at a Glance
FUSO is a Daimler Truck brand, offering a range of commercial vehicles such as trucks and buses and industrial engines in about 170 markets worldwide. The brand is characterized by effectiveness, safety and comfort, built over its 90-year history with a foundation of and Japanese quality and craftsmanship. The Canter light-duty truck claims the top share in various markets around the world. FUSO leads electrification of commercial vehicles by globally offering Japan’s first mass-produced electric light-duty truck, the eCanter. FUSO promises customers a “Future Together,” a bold claim that continues to drive the brand’s contributions to safe and sustainable transport.

Manila, Philippines – Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP), the general distributor of FUSO commercial vehicles in the Philippines proudly announces its Canter Change Oil Promo from September 1 to December 31, 2025.

This campaign highlights FUSO’s commitment to helping business owners and fleet operators keep their FUSO Canter units in peak condition, ensuring every truck remains reliable, efficient, and safe. The package includes:

• Oil Filter
• Drain Plug Gasket
• 8 Liters of FUSO Engine Oil
• Labor

This promo is available for all out-of-warranty Canter units purchased through FUSO-authorized dealers nationwide.

To add even more value, every oil change service comes with a complimentary 30-point inspection, covering key components such as the brakes, engine, suspension, belts, tires and wheels, battery, and other essential parts.

For additional repair needs, customers can also enjoy up to 25% off on spare parts and 10% off on labor, making this the perfect opportunity to keep their Canter units in top condition while reducing maintenance costs.

“SFP remains committed to providing our customers with high-quality service that ensures the safety and readiness of their vehicles. Through this campaign, we aim to deliver not only cost-effective aftersales solutions but also peace of mind to those who rely on their vehicles for daily operations,” said Mr. Yosuke Nishi, SFP President & CEO.

The Canter Change Oil Promo Campaign runs until December 31, 2025 and is available in all authorized FUSO dealerships nationwide. To find the nearest dealer, visit www.fuso.com.ph/dealers.

To know more about these FUSO promos and campaigns, visit https://fuso.com.ph/latest-offers/

For more information, please contact:
Ms. Joms Ilaw, Senior Brand Communications Specialist
jn.ilaw@fuso.com.ph | (049) 530 1390

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Sojitz Corporation at a Glance
As a general trading company, the Sojitz Group is engaged in a wide range of businesses globally, including buying, selling, importing, and exporting goods, manufacturing and selling products, providing services, and planning and coordinating projects, in Japan and overseas. The Group also invests in various sectors and conducts financing activities. The broad range of sectors in which Sojitz operates includes those related to automobiles, plants, energy, mineral resources, chemicals, foodstuff resources, agricultural and forestry resources, consumer goods, and industrial parks. Sojitz has run so many kinds of automotive business all over the world such as CKD production, wholesale, and Retail. In the case of the business in Philippine, Sojitz has been engaged to the automotive business since 1969.

Daimler Truck at a Glance
Daimler Truck Holding AG (“Daimler Truck”) is one of the world’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturers, with over 40 main locations and more than 100,000 employees around the globe. The founders of Daimler Truck invented the modern transportation industry with their trucks and buses a good 125 years ago. Unchanged to this day, the company’s aspirations are dedicated to one purpose: Daimler Truck works for all who keep the world moving. Its customers enable people to be mobile and get goods to their destinations reliably, on time, and safely. Daimler Truck provides the technologies, products, and services for them to do so. This also applies to the transformation to CO2-neutral driving. The company is striving to make sustainable transport a success, with profound technological knowledge and a clear view of its customers’ needs. Daimler Truck’s business activities are structured in five reporting segments: Trucks North America (TN) with the truck brands Freightliner and Western Star and the school bus brand Thomas Built Buses. Trucks Asia (TA) with the FUSO and RIZON commercial vehicle brands. Mercedes-Benz Trucks (MBT) with the truck brand of the same name and BharatBenz. Daimler Buses (DB) with the Mercedes-Benz and Setra bus brands. Daimler Truck’s new Financial Services business (DTFS) constitutes the fifth segment, the product range in the truck segments includes light, medium and heavy trucks for long-distance, distribution and construction traffic and special-purpose vehicles used mainly in the municipal and vocational sector. The product range of the bus segment includes city buses, school buses and intercity buses, coaches and bus chassis. In addition to the sale of new and used commercial vehicles, the company also offers after-sales services and connectivity solutions.

MFTBC at a Glance
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) is a commercial vehicle manufacturer based in Kawasaki City, Japan. 89.29% of its shares are owned by Daimler Truck AG and 10.71% by various Mitsubishi group companies. MFTBC provides trucks, buses and industrial engines under the FUSO brand with a longstanding history of over 90 years, serving approximately 170 markets worldwide. MFTBC proactively develops cutting-edge technologies such as electrification, with its eCanter being Japan’s first mass-produced electric light-duty truck. MFTBC’s heavy-duty Super Great Truck was also the first of its kind in Japan to include SAE Level 2-equivalent automated driving support technology, now a benchmark in the Japanese commercial vehicle market.

FUSO at a Glance
FUSO is a Daimler Truck brand, offering a range of commercial vehicles such as trucks and buses and industrial engines in about 170 markets worldwide. The brand is characterized by effectiveness, safety and comfort, built over its 90-year history with a foundation of and Japanese quality and craftsmanship. The Canter light-duty truck claims the top share in various markets around the world. FUSO leads electrification of commercial vehicles by globally offering Japan’s first mass-produced electric light-duty truck, the eCanter. FUSO promises customers a “Future Together,” a bold claim that continues to drive the brand’s contributions to safe and sustainable transport.

Pasay City, Philippines – Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP) and Microvan, Inc. (MVI) participates in the 2025 Philippine Commercial Vehicle Show (PCVS). Now on its 5^th Edition, the exhibit will run from July 3 to 5 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City, Metro Manila. In display are the FUSO Canter FE73 and the Canter Commute (Class 2) Modern PUV.

Engineered to meet Euro-5 emission standards, the FUSO Canter offers both environmental sustainability and cost-efficiency. Powered by a 3.0-liter engine producing 350 Nm of torque, the FUSO Canter can carry loads ranging from 2,585 to 6,125 kg, depending on the variant. The Canter Built Ready also offers flexible configurations such as Rivetless Aluminum, Passenger Van, Dropside Body, and Refrigerated Van—ready to meet various business needs.

The FUSO Canter Commute (Class 2) and Canter Express (Class 3), on the other hand, are modern PUVs designed to be comfortable, safe, and efficient. These models provide long-term reliability and convenience to the public commuters.

MVI team will be available in its booth to offer FUSO’s complete product roster and respond to customer inquiries—reinforcing the brand’s commitment to serving the growing needs of the commercial vehicle market in the Philippines.

Come and visit the FUSO booth (P19 and P20) and enjoy up to ₱150,000 in savings on the FUSO Canter FE73. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/PCVS2025Visitor

PCVS will also feature series of seminars and workshops designed for the supply chain industry. Topics will include fleet management programs, updates on the Public Transport Modernization Program (PTMP), and road transport & safety.

Visit FUSO Philippines’ official website at www.fuso.com.ph. Follow us on our social media channels for the latest news and updates from the brand.

For more information, please contact:
Ms. Joms Ilaw, Senior Brand Communications Specialist
jn.ilaw@fuso.com.ph | (049) 530 1390

Follow us on social media:
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Sojitz Corporation at a Glance
As a general trading company, the Sojitz Group is engaged in a wide range of businesses globally, including buying, selling, importing, and exporting goods, manufacturing and selling products, providing services, and planning and coordinating projects, in Japan and overseas. The Group also invests in various sectors and conducts financing activities. The broad range of sectors in which Sojitz operates includes those related to automobiles, plants, energy, mineral resources, chemicals, foodstuff resources, agricultural and forestry resources, consumer goods, and industrial parks. Sojitz has run so many kinds of automotive business all over the world such as CKD production, wholesale, and Retail. In the case of the business in Philippine, Sojitz has been engaged to the automotive business since 1969.

Daimler Truck at a Glance
Daimler Truck Holding AG (“Daimler Truck”) is one of the world’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturers, with over 40 main locations and more than 100,000 employees around the globe. The founders of Daimler Truck invented the modern transportation industry with their trucks and buses a good 125 years ago. Unchanged to this day, the company’s aspirations are dedicated to one purpose: Daimler Truck works for all who keep the world moving. Its customers enable people to be mobile and get goods to their destinations reliably, on time, and safely. Daimler Truck provides the technologies, products, and services for them to do so. This also applies to the transformation to CO2-neutral driving. The company is striving to make sustainable transport a success, with profound technological knowledge and a clear view of its customers’ needs. Daimler Truck’s business activities are structured in five reporting segments: Trucks North America (TN) with the truck brands Freightliner and Western Star and the school bus brand Thomas Built Buses. Trucks Asia (TA) with the FUSO and RIZON commercial vehicle brands. Mercedes-Benz Trucks (MBT) with the truck brand of the same name and BharatBenz. Daimler Buses (DB) with the Mercedes-Benz and Setra bus brands. Daimler Truck’s new Financial Services business (DTFS) constitutes the fifth segment, the product range in the truck segments includes light, medium and heavy trucks for long-distance, distribution and construction traffic and special-purpose vehicles used mainly in the municipal and vocational sector. The product range of the bus segment includes city buses, school buses and intercity buses, coaches and bus chassis. In addition to the sale of new and used commercial vehicles, the company also offers after-sales services and connectivity solutions.

MFTBC at a Glance
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) is a commercial vehicle manufacturer based in Kawasaki City, Japan. 89.29% of its shares are owned by Daimler Truck AG and 10.71% by various Mitsubishi group companies. MFTBC provides trucks, buses and industrial engines under the FUSO brand with a longstanding history of over 90 years, serving approximately 170 markets worldwide. MFTBC proactively develops cutting-edge technologies such as electrification, with its eCanter being Japan’s first mass-produced electric light-duty truck. MFTBC’s heavy-duty Super Great Truck was also the first of its kind in Japan to include SAE Level 2-equivalent automated driving support technology, now a benchmark in the Japanese commercial vehicle market.

FUSO at a Glance
FUSO is a Daimler Truck brand, offering a range of commercial vehicles such as trucks and buses and industrial engines in about 170 markets worldwide. The brand is characterized by effectiveness, safety and comfort, built over its 90-year history with a foundation of and Japanese quality and craftsmanship. The Canter light-duty truck claims the top share in various markets around the world. FUSO leads electrification of commercial vehicles by globally offering Japan’s first mass-produced electric light-duty truck, the eCanter. FUSO promises customers a “Future Together,” a bold claim that continues to drive the brand’s contributions to safe and sustainable transport.

Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines, June 10, 2025 – Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP), through Fast Autoworld Philippines Corporation (FAPC) – FUSO Cagayan de Oro, recently turned over ten (10) brand-new FUSO Canter Modern Public Utility Vehicles (PUV) to Donsals Express Corporation (Donsals Express). This milestone reinforces Donsals Express’ ongoing commitment in delivering reliable and comfortable mobility solutions for Kagay-anons.

These newly turned-over units will ply the Libertad, Misamis Oriental to Cagayan de Oro route. In addition, ten (10) more units are currently in production that will soon be deployed in the Laguindingan–Alubijid–Gaisano Mall route, further expanding Donsals Express’ service coverage.

“We thank Donsals Express for choosing FUSO as your trusted partner in modernizing public transportation. As we serve the commuting public, please know that our commitment to customer service remains unwavering. Our dedicated aftersales team stands ready to support you, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.” said Mr. Yosuke Nishi, SFP President & CEO.

This latest turnover underscores SFP’s continued support for the government’s PUV Modernization Program by providing safe, versatile, and durable transportation solutions for both people and goods.

Visit FUSO Philippines’ official website at www.fuso.com.ph. Follow us on our social media channels for the latest news and updates from the brand.

For more information, please contact:
Ms. Joms Ilaw, Senior Brand Communications Specialist
jn.ilaw@fuso.com.ph | (049) 530 1390

Follow us on social media:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/FusoPhilippines
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Viber: bit.ly/FUSOPH-Viber-Channel

Sojitz Corporation at a Glance
As a general trading company, the Sojitz Group is engaged in a wide range of businesses globally, including buying, selling, importing, and exporting goods, manufacturing and selling products, providing services, and planning and coordinating projects, in Japan and overseas. The Group also invests in various sectors and conducts financing activities. The broad range of sectors in which Sojitz operates includes those related to automobiles, plants, energy, mineral resources, chemicals, foodstuff resources, agricultural and forestry resources, consumer goods, and industrial parks. Sojitz has run so many kinds of automotive business all over the world such as CKD production, wholesale, and Retail. In the case of the business in Philippine, Sojitz has been engaged to the automotive business since 1969.

Daimler Truck at a Glance
Daimler Truck Holding AG (“Daimler Truck”) is one of the world’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturers, with over 40 main locations and more than 100,000 employees around the globe. The founders of Daimler Truck invented the modern transportation industry with their trucks and buses a good 125 years ago. Unchanged to this day, the company’s aspirations are dedicated to one purpose: Daimler Truck works for all who keep the world moving. Its customers enable people to be mobile and get goods to their destinations reliably, on time, and safely. Daimler Truck provides the technologies, products, and services for them to do so. This also applies to the transformation to CO2-neutral driving. The company is striving to make sustainable transport a success, with profound technological knowledge and a clear view of its customers’ needs. Daimler Truck’s business activities are structured in five reporting segments: Trucks North America (TN) with the truck brands Freightliner and Western Star and the school bus brand Thomas Built Buses. Trucks Asia (TA) with the FUSO and RIZON commercial vehicle brands. Mercedes-Benz Trucks (MBT) with the truck brand of the same name and BharatBenz. Daimler Buses (DB) with the Mercedes-Benz and Setra bus brands. Daimler Truck’s new Financial Services business (DTFS) constitutes the fifth segment, the product range in the truck segments includes light, medium and heavy trucks for long-distance, distribution and construction traffic and special-purpose vehicles used mainly in the municipal and vocational sector. The product range of the bus segment includes city buses, school buses and intercity buses, coaches and bus chassis. In addition to the sale of new and used commercial vehicles, the company also offers after-sales services and connectivity solutions.

MFTBC at a Glance
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) is a commercial vehicle manufacturer based in Kawasaki City, Japan. 89.29% of its shares are owned by Daimler Truck AG and 10.71% by various Mitsubishi group companies. MFTBC provides trucks, buses and industrial engines under the FUSO brand with a longstanding history of over 90 years, serving approximately 170 markets worldwide. MFTBC proactively develops cutting-edge technologies such as electrification, with its eCanter being Japan’s first mass-produced electric light-duty truck. MFTBC’s heavy-duty Super Great Truck was also the first of its kind in Japan to include SAE Level 2-equivalent automated driving support technology, now a benchmark in the Japanese commercial vehicle market.

FUSO at a Glance
FUSO is a Daimler Truck brand, offering a range of commercial vehicles such as trucks and buses and industrial engines in about 170 markets worldwide. The brand is characterized by effectiveness, safety and comfort, built over its 90-year history with a foundation of and Japanese quality and craftsmanship. The Canter light-duty truck claims the top share in various markets around the world. FUSO leads electrification of commercial vehicles by globally offering Japan’s first mass-produced electric light-duty truck, the eCanter. FUSO promises customers a “Future Together,” a bold claim that continues to drive the brand’s contributions to safe and sustainable transport.

Sri Lanka, May 20, 2025 – Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP), the Philippines’ general distributor of FUSO trucks and buses proudly brought home three (3) international recognitions from the 2025 Daimler Truck Regional Center Southeast Asia (RC SEA) Awards held in Anantara Kalutara Resort, Sri Lanka last May 20, 2025. This marks another milestone where SFP was honored to highlight the brand’s growth in the Philippines.

SFP received three (3) awards: Share of Market (SoM) Improvement, Network Excellence and CSP Excellence.

SoM Improvement – this award recognized SFP’s significant market share growth in the competitive Philippine commercial vehicle industry. Through innovative product offerings and fleet sales initiatives, SFP has captured a large customer base while sustaining product reliability and quality.

Network Excellence – honors Daimler Truck SEA’s business partners who have demonstrated outstanding performance and commitment to excellence across all aspects of dealer operations. SFP consistently demonstrates FUSO’s global standards in operational execution, prioritizes continuous organizational development, and customer first initiatives.

CSP Excellence – for three (3) consecutive years, SFP has achieved outstanding growth in Customer Service Programs – showcasing the adaptive after-sales initiatives. SFP’s client-centric approach consistently drives customer satisfaction across its dealer network.

Mr. Yosuke Nishi, SFP President & CEO, expressed his gratitude for the recognition: “These awards are not only a testament to the dedication, hard work, and commitment of our dealer partners and SFP but also the trust and confidence of our valued customers. We are honored and grateful to Daimler Truck SEA for this recognition, it fuels our commitment to strengthening our market position in the Philippines. As we continue to grow, we move forward to contribute even further to the development of the Philippine commercial vehicle industry, the Southeast Asia region and beyond”.

SFP remains steadfast in expanding its network and enhancing customer experience. SFP will maintain this momentum by meeting the needs of small-, medium-, and large-scale operations by providing quality, durable, and reliable FUSO commercial vehicles.

Visit FUSO Philippines’ official website at www.fuso.com.ph. Follow us on our social media channels for the latest news and updates from the brand.

For more information, please contact:
Ms. Joms Ilaw, Senior Brand Communications Specialist
jn.ilaw@fuso.com.ph | (049) 530 1390

Follow us on social media:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/FusoPhilippines
YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/FUSOPhilippines
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TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@fuso.ph
Viber: bit.ly/FUSOPH-Viber-Channel

Sojitz Corporation at a Glance
As a general trading company, the Sojitz Group is engaged in a wide range of businesses globally, including buying, selling, importing, and exporting goods, manufacturing and selling products, providing services, and planning and coordinating projects, in Japan and overseas. The Group also invests in various sectors and conducts financing activities. The broad range of sectors in which Sojitz operates includes those related to automobiles, plants, energy, mineral resources, chemicals, foodstuff resources, agricultural and forestry resources, consumer goods, and industrial parks. Sojitz has run so many kinds of automotive business all over the world such as CKD production, wholesale, and Retail. In the case of the business in Philippine, Sojitz has been engaged to the automotive business since 1969.

Daimler Truck at a Glance
Daimler Truck Holding AG (“Daimler Truck”) is one of the world’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturers, with over 40 main locations and more than 100,000 employees around the globe. The founders of Daimler Truck invented the modern transportation industry with their trucks and buses a good 125 years ago. Unchanged to this day, the company’s aspirations are dedicated to one purpose: Daimler Truck works for all who keep the world moving. Its customers enable people to be mobile and get goods to their destinations reliably, on time, and safely. Daimler Truck provides the technologies, products, and services for them to do so. This also applies to the transformation to CO2-neutral driving. The company is striving to make sustainable transport a success, with profound technological knowledge and a clear view of its customers’ needs. Daimler Truck’s business activities are structured in five reporting segments: Trucks North America (TN) with the truck brands Freightliner and Western Star and the school bus brand Thomas Built Buses. Trucks Asia (TA) with the FUSO and RIZON commercial vehicle brands. Mercedes-Benz Trucks (MBT) with the truck brand of the same name and BharatBenz. Daimler Buses (DB) with the Mercedes-Benz and Setra bus brands. Daimler Truck’s new Financial Services business (DTFS) constitutes the fifth segment, the product range in the truck segments includes light, medium and heavy trucks for long-distance, distribution and construction traffic and special-purpose vehicles used mainly in the municipal and vocational sector. The product range of the bus segment includes city buses, school buses and intercity buses, coaches and bus chassis. In addition to the sale of new and used commercial vehicles, the company also offers after-sales services and connectivity solutions.

MFTBC at a Glance
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) is a commercial vehicle manufacturer based in Kawasaki City, Japan. 89.29% of its shares are owned by Daimler Truck AG and 10.71% by various Mitsubishi group companies. MFTBC provides trucks, buses and industrial engines under the FUSO brand with a longstanding history of over 90 years, serving approximately 170 markets worldwide. MFTBC proactively develops cutting-edge technologies such as electrification, with its eCanter being Japan’s first mass-produced electric light-duty truck. MFTBC’s heavy-duty Super Great Truck was also the first of its kind in Japan to include SAE Level 2-equivalent automated driving support technology, now a benchmark in the Japanese commercial vehicle market.

FUSO at a Glance
FUSO is a Daimler Truck brand, offering a range of commercial vehicles such as trucks and buses and industrial engines in about 170 markets worldwide. The brand is characterized by effectiveness, safety and comfort, built over its 90-year history with a foundation of and Japanese quality and craftsmanship. The Canter light-duty truck claims the top share in various markets around the world. FUSO leads electrification of commercial vehicles by globally offering Japan’s first mass-produced electric light-duty truck, the eCanter. FUSO promises customers a “Future Together,” a bold claim that continues to drive the brand’s contributions to safe and sustainable transport.

Iloilo City, Philippines – On March 29, 2025, as part of the 50^th anniversary celebration of Avescor Motors, Inc. (AMI), MNV Auto Group, Inc. – FUSO Iloilo (AMI’s subsidiary) humbly donated a brand-new FUSO Canter Commute Modern PUV to the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Iloilo Chapter. This donation symbolizes AMI and MNV’s commitment to its social responsibility.

The FUSO Canter Commute Modern PUV is a reliable and versatile vehicle that is instrumental in transporting essential medical supplies, personnel, and various aid during emergencies and disaster response efforts. Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP), MVI, and AMI support the Philippine Red Cross’s mission of providing life-saving services to protect the Filipino people.

Mr. Yosuke Nishi, SFP President & CEO – “We are honored to support PRC Iloilo Chapter in their mission to provide relief, health, and welfare assistance to vulnerable Ilonggos. This donation aligns with our goal of contributing to the development and betterment of living in the Philippines – to the communities we serve, ensuring they are better equipped during emergency situations.”

The PRC Iloilo Chapter expressed its sincere gratitude to AMI and MNV – FUSO Iloilo – recognizing the importance of having a dependable vehicle to respond to disaster situations and relief operations. With this new FUSO Canter Commute Modern PUV, PRC Iloilo Chapter will enhance its mobility, enabling it to reach remote areas more efficiently and deliver humanitarian services to more areas in the region.

SFP commits to its mission of improving living conditions by providing Filipino people with various mobility solutions to facilitate the transportation of goods and resources.

Visit FUSO Philippines’ official website at www.fuso.com.ph. Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/FusoPhilippines for the latest news and updates from the brand.

For more information, please contact:
Ms. Joms Ilaw, Senior Brand Communications Specialist
jn.ilaw@fuso.com.ph | (049) 530 1390

Follow us on social media:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/FusoPhilippines
YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/FUSOPhilippines
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Viber: bit.ly/FUSOPH-Viber-Channel

Sojitz Corporation at a Glance
As a general trading company, the Sojitz Group is engaged in a wide range of businesses globally, including buying, selling, importing, and exporting goods, manufacturing and selling products, providing services, and planning and coordinating projects, in Japan and overseas. The Group also invests in various sectors and conducts financing activities. The broad range of sectors in which Sojitz operates includes those related to automobiles, plants, energy, mineral resources, chemicals, foodstuff resources, agricultural and forestry resources, consumer goods, and industrial parks. Sojitz has run so many kinds of automotive business all over the world such as CKD production, wholesale, and Retail. In the case of the business in Philippine, Sojitz has been engaged to the automotive business since 1969.

Daimler Truck at a Glance
Daimler Truck Holding AG (“Daimler Truck”) is one of the world’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturers, with over 40 main locations and more than 100,000 employees around the globe. The founders of Daimler Truck invented the modern transportation industry with their trucks and buses a good 125 years ago. Unchanged to this day, the company’s aspirations are dedicated to one purpose: Daimler Truck works for all who keep the world moving. Its customers enable people to be mobile and get goods to their destinations reliably, on time, and safely. Daimler Truck provides the technologies, products, and services for them to do so. This also applies to the transformation to CO2-neutral driving. The company is striving to make sustainable transport a success, with profound technological knowledge and a clear view of its customers’ needs. Daimler Truck’s business activities are structured in five reporting segments: Trucks North America (TN) with the truck brands Freightliner and Western Star and the school bus brand Thomas Built Buses. Trucks Asia (TA) with the FUSO and RIZON commercial vehicle brands. Mercedes-Benz Trucks (MBT) with the truck brand of the same name and BharatBenz. Daimler Buses (DB) with the Mercedes-Benz and Setra bus brands. Daimler Truck’s new Financial Services business (DTFS) constitutes the fifth segment, the product range in the truck segments includes light, medium and heavy trucks for long-distance, distribution and construction traffic and special-purpose vehicles used mainly in the municipal and vocational sector. The product range of the bus segment includes city buses, school buses and intercity buses, coaches and bus chassis. In addition to the sale of new and used commercial vehicles, the company also offers after-sales services and connectivity solutions.

MFTBC at a Glance
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) is a commercial vehicle manufacturer based in Kawasaki City, Japan. 89.29% of its shares are owned by Daimler Truck AG and 10.71% by various Mitsubishi group companies. MFTBC provides trucks, buses and industrial engines under the FUSO brand with a longstanding history of over 90 years, serving approximately 170 markets worldwide. MFTBC proactively develops cutting-edge technologies such as electrification, with its eCanter being Japan’s first mass-produced electric light-duty truck. MFTBC’s heavy-duty Super Great Truck was also the first of its kind in Japan to include SAE Level 2-equivalent automated driving support technology, now a benchmark in the Japanese commercial vehicle market.

FUSO at a Glance
FUSO is a Daimler Truck brand, offering a range of commercial vehicles such as trucks and buses and industrial engines in about 170 markets worldwide. The brand is characterized by effectiveness, safety and comfort, built over its 90-year history with a foundation of and Japanese quality and craftsmanship. The Canter light-duty truck claims the top share in various markets around the world. FUSO leads electrification of commercial vehicles by globally offering Japan’s first mass-produced electric light-duty truck, the eCanter. FUSO promises customers a “Future Together,” a bold claim that continues to drive the brand’s contributions to safe and sustainable transport.

Pasay City, Philippines – AP Cargo, one of the leading logistics service providers in the Philippines, has successfully increased its fleet with the recent turnover of an additional five (5) FUSO Canter FE73 units from Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP) through its dealer partner, Christian General Motors Inc. (CGMI) – FUSO Tarlac last February 27, 2025. This milestone underscore AP Cargo’s continued investment in fleet expansion which aims to meet the growing demand of Filipino customers nationwide. This marks the strong partnership between FUSO and AP Cargo.

These newly added Canter FE73 units are part of AP Cargo’s ongoing strategy to further improve quality service across the Philippines.

The FUSO Canter FE73 is powered by a 4P10-WAT2 Common Rail Turbocharged Intercooled Diesel engine, which generates a maximum power of 131 PS and a torque of 350 N-m. – this makes the FUSO Canter the ideal choice for logistics operations. Renowned for its comfort, durability, and productivity, it is also suited for a wide range of cargo applications.

With a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of 4,490 kg, the FUSO Canter ensures that AP Cargo can efficiently transport a variety of shipments, from transporting documents & parcels to comprehensive logistics support and domestic and international transfers.

Mr. Yosuke Nishi, SFP President & CEO: “We are extremely proud to see AP Cargo expand its fleet to more than 300 units. This marks a significant achievement in our partnership, and we are grateful for the trust that AP Cargo has placed in FUSO. Their continuous expansion is a testament to the durability and performance of our commercial vehicles, and we are excited to see how these new FUSO trucks will help their logistics operations”.

With more than 300 units from FUSO, AP Cargo’s fleet continues to grow, driven by the need for fast, safe, and efficient delivery services.

Visit FUSO Philippines’ official website at www.fuso.com.ph. Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/FusoPhilippines for the latest news and updates from the brand.

For more information, please contact:
Ms. Joms Ilaw, Senior Brand Communications Specialist
jn.ilaw@fuso.com.ph | (049) 530 1390

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Sojitz Corporation at a Glance
As a general trading company, the Sojitz Group is engaged in a wide range of businesses globally, including buying, selling, importing, and exporting goods, manufacturing and selling products, providing services, and planning and coordinating projects, in Japan and overseas. The Group also invests in various sectors and conducts financing activities. The broad range of sectors in which Sojitz operates includes those related to automobiles, plants, energy, mineral resources, chemicals, foodstuff resources, agricultural and forestry resources, consumer goods, and industrial parks. Sojitz has run so many kinds of automotive business all over the world such as CKD production, wholesale, and Retail. In the case of the business in Philippine, Sojitz has been engaged to the automotive business since 1969.

Daimler Truck at a Glance
Daimler Truck Holding AG (“Daimler Truck”) is one of the world’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturers, with over 40 main locations and more than 100,000 employees around the globe. The founders of Daimler Truck invented the modern transportation industry with their trucks and buses a good 125 years ago. Unchanged to this day, the company’s aspirations are dedicated to one purpose: Daimler Truck works for all who keep the world moving. Its customers enable people to be mobile and get goods to their destinations reliably, on time, and safely. Daimler Truck provides the technologies, products, and services for them to do so. This also applies to the transformation to CO2-neutral driving. The company is striving to make sustainable transport a success, with profound technological knowledge and a clear view of its customers’ needs. Daimler Truck’s business activities are structured in five reporting segments: Trucks North America (TN) with the truck brands Freightliner and Western Star and the school bus brand Thomas Built Buses. Trucks Asia (TA) with the FUSO and RIZON commercial vehicle brands. Mercedes-Benz Trucks (MBT) with the truck brand of the same name and BharatBenz. Daimler Buses (DB) with the Mercedes-Benz and Setra bus brands. Daimler Truck’s new Financial Services business (DTFS) constitutes the fifth segment, the product range in the truck segments includes light, medium and heavy trucks for long-distance, distribution and construction traffic and special-purpose vehicles used mainly in the municipal and vocational sector. The product range of the bus segment includes city buses, school buses and intercity buses, coaches and bus chassis. In addition to the sale of new and used commercial vehicles, the company also offers after-sales services and connectivity solutions.

MFTBC at a Glance
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) is a commercial vehicle manufacturer based in Kawasaki City, Japan. 89.29% of its shares are owned by Daimler Truck AG and 10.71% by various Mitsubishi group companies. MFTBC provides trucks, buses and industrial engines under the FUSO brand with a longstanding history of over 90 years, serving approximately 170 markets worldwide. MFTBC proactively develops cutting-edge technologies such as electrification, with its eCanter being Japan’s first mass-produced electric light-duty truck. MFTBC’s heavy-duty Super Great Truck was also the first of its kind in Japan to include SAE Level 2-equivalent automated driving support technology, now a benchmark in the Japanese commercial vehicle market.

FUSO at a Glance
FUSO is a Daimler Truck brand, offering a range of commercial vehicles such as trucks and buses and industrial engines in about 170 markets worldwide. The brand is characterized by effectiveness, safety and comfort, built over its 90-year history with a foundation of and Japanese quality and craftsmanship. The Canter light-duty truck claims the top share in various markets around the world. FUSO leads electrification of commercial vehicles by globally offering Japan’s first mass-produced electric light-duty truck, the eCanter. FUSO promises customers a “Future Together,” a bold claim that continues to drive the brand’s contributions to safe and sustainable transport.

Burgos, Ilocos Sur – In a significant event held at the Burgos Municipal Hall last February 15, 2025, Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP), through its dealer partner, HMEN Motors – FUSO Pangasinan proudly turned over a fleet of twenty-seven (27) FUSO Canter FE73 Drop-side units to the local government unit (LGU) of Burgos, Ilocos Sur. This turnover was part of the Farmer’s Day celebration, an annual festival event dedicated in honoring the farmers of Burgos for their invaluable contributions to the agriculture and economy of Ilocos Sur and the Philippines.

The 27 FUSO Canter FE73 Drop-side units will be distributed to each of Burgos’ 26 barangays, with the remaining unit allocated for municipal use. These vehicles are essential for supporting each barangay’s agricultural activities, providing farmers with the means of transporting their goods efficiently and enhancing the region’s overall productivity.

The FUSO Canter is known for its durability, reliability, and versatility, making it ideal for the agricultural sector. With its gross vehicle weight (GVW) of 4,490 kg., the vehicle ensures that the farmers of Burgos can transport their produce, materials and equipment with ease. It is also powered by a 4P10- WAT2 Common Rail Turbocharged Intercooled Diesel engine that generates a maximum power of 131 PS and a torque of 350 N-m, ideal for transporting agricultural products such as rice, vegetables and other produce.

The installed drop-side bodies which passed FUSO’s truck body standards will further enhance the vehicle’s ability to hold out against the heavy demands of the daily farmer’s operations. It is a versatile and practical solution for the farming community of Burgos.

“We would like to thank the local government unit of Burgos for choosing FUSO as your partner in advancing our agricultural operations. We are proud to support our local farmers, who play such a vital role in the economy of Burgos and Ilocos Sur. Moving forward, we remain committed to providing solutions that drive progress and empower various industries. We look forward to supporting more initiatives for many years to come. Ayos, Burgos!” said Mr. Yosuke Nishi, SFP President & CEO.

Visit FUSO Philippines’ official website at www.fuso.com.ph. Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/FusoPhilippines for the latest news and updates from the brand.

For more information, please contact:
Ms. Joms Ilaw, Senior Brand Communications Specialist
jn.ilaw@fuso.com.ph | (049) 530 1390

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Sojitz Corporation at a Glance
As a general trading company, the Sojitz Group is engaged in a wide range of businesses globally, including buying, selling, importing, and exporting goods, manufacturing and selling products, providing services, and planning and coordinating projects, in Japan and overseas. The Group also invests in various sectors and conducts financing activities. The broad range of sectors in which Sojitz operates includes those related to automobiles, plants, energy, mineral resources, chemicals, foodstuff resources, agricultural and forestry resources, consumer goods, and industrial parks. Sojitz has run so many kinds of automotive business all over the world such as CKD production, wholesale, and Retail. In the case of the business in Philippine, Sojitz has been engaged to the automotive business since 1969.

Daimler Truck at a Glance
Daimler Truck Holding AG (“Daimler Truck”) is one of the world’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturers, with over 40 main locations and more than 100,000 employees around the globe. The founders of Daimler Truck invented the modern transportation industry with their trucks and buses a good 125 years ago. Unchanged to this day, the company’s aspirations are dedicated to one purpose: Daimler Truck works for all who keep the world moving. Its customers enable people to be mobile and get goods to their destinations reliably, on time, and safely. Daimler Truck provides the technologies, products, and services for them to do so. This also applies to the transformation to CO2-neutral driving. The company is striving to make sustainable transport a success, with profound technological knowledge and a clear view of its customers’ needs. Daimler Truck’s business activities are structured in five reporting segments: Trucks North America (TN) with the truck brands Freightliner and Western Star and the school bus brand Thomas Built Buses. Trucks Asia (TA) with the FUSO and RIZON commercial vehicle brands. Mercedes-Benz Trucks (MBT) with the truck brand of the same name and BharatBenz. Daimler Buses (DB) with the Mercedes-Benz and Setra bus brands. Daimler Truck’s new Financial Services business (DTFS) constitutes the fifth segment, the product range in the truck segments includes light, medium and heavy trucks for long-distance, distribution and construction traffic and special-purpose vehicles used mainly in the municipal and vocational sector. The product range of the bus segment includes city buses, school buses and intercity buses, coaches and bus chassis. In addition to the sale of new and used commercial vehicles, the company also offers after-sales services and connectivity solutions.

MFTBC at a Glance
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) is a commercial vehicle manufacturer based in Kawasaki City, Japan. 89.29% of its shares are owned by Daimler Truck AG and 10.71% by various Mitsubishi group companies. MFTBC provides trucks, buses and industrial engines under the FUSO brand with a longstanding history of over 90 years, serving approximately 170 markets worldwide. MFTBC proactively develops cutting-edge technologies such as electrification, with its eCanter being Japan’s first mass-produced electric light-duty truck. MFTBC’s heavy-duty Super Great Truck was also the first of its kind in Japan to include SAE Level 2-equivalent automated driving support technology, now a benchmark in the Japanese commercial vehicle market.

FUSO at a Glance
FUSO is a Daimler Truck brand, offering a range of commercial vehicles such as trucks and buses and industrial engines in about 170 markets worldwide. The brand is characterized by effectiveness, safety and comfort, built over its 90-year history with a foundation of and Japanese quality and craftsmanship. The Canter light-duty truck claims the top share in various markets around the world. FUSO leads electrification of commercial vehicles by globally offering Japan’s first mass-produced electric light-duty truck, the eCanter. FUSO promises customers a “Future Together,” a bold claim that continues to drive the brand’s contributions to safe and sustainable transport.

The Philippine economy in 2024 has shown steady growth, supported by strong domestic demand, a recovering tourism sector, and continued expansion in manufacturing and services. While global economic challenges persist, the country’s economic performance remains resilient, underpinned by ongoing infrastructure development, digital financial services, and reforms aimed at sustaining long-term growth.

With the projected 2024 Philippine economic growth in mind, Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP) is proud to announce another accomplishment. Last 2024, SFP marked an impressive thirty-five percent (35%) vehicle sales growth compared to 2023. This success underscores SFP’s solid development direction and commitment in delivering world class trucks, buses, and customer service.

As a background, SFP has been chosen by several businesses as their mobility solutions provider. These partnerships highlighted SFP’s ability to meet the needs of small-, medium-, and large-scale operations by providing efficient, durable, and reliable commercial vehicles.

One of the key milestones was its network expansion, making significant growth and local reach. SFP has successfully increased its presence nationwide with its current nineteen (19) dedicated dealers. SFP’s network is still expected to grow up to 21 outlets by the end of 2025 – strengthening its network and enhancing customer accessibility. With the opening of new 3S outlets, SFP has continued to build a foundation that supports both sales and after-sales services.

Based on SFP’s mission of improving the living conditions of Filipino people by providing various mobility options – customer satisfaction remains at the forefront of its operations. Through its dedicated support teams, after-sales services, and customer-centric approach – these initiatives foster strong relationships with both customers and dealers, ensuring the brand’s ongoing success and contribution to the local market.

“The success we have achieved thus far is a direct result of the strong collaborative partnership with our business partners. We appreciate their dedication, hard work, and efforts for the FUSO brand as we significantly contributed to the Philippine market. As we continue to grow, our shared endeavor will continue to build on success, creating new opportunities and delivering international quality service to our valued customers. Thank you for your significant contributions to FUSO’s success!” said Mr. Yosuke Nishi, SFP President & CEO.

As SFP celebrates its remarkable accomplishments in 2024, SFP expresses its deepest gratitude to its customers, dealer network, media friends, and stakeholders, who have played a vital role in the company’s success. Moving forward, SFP is excited to achieve new milestones and continue to contribute to the Philippines’ automotive progress in the future.

Visit FUSO Philippines’ official website at www.fuso.com.ph. Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/FusoPhilippines for the latest news and updates from the brand.

For more information, please contact:
Ms. Joms Ilaw, Senior Brand Communications Specialist
jn.ilaw@fuso.com.ph | (049) 530 1390

Reference:
The Philippines economy in 2024 | McKinsey

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Sojitz Corporation at a Glance
As a general trading company, the Sojitz Group is engaged in a wide range of businesses globally, including buying, selling, importing, and exporting goods, manufacturing and selling products, providing services, and planning and coordinating projects, in Japan and overseas. The Group also invests in various sectors and conducts financing activities. The broad range of sectors in which Sojitz operates includes those related to automobiles, plants, energy, mineral resources, chemicals, foodstuff resources, agricultural and forestry resources, consumer goods, and industrial parks. Sojitz has run so many kinds of automotive business all over the world such as CKD production, wholesale, and Retail. In the case of the business in Philippine, Sojitz has been engaged to the automotive business since 1969.

Daimler Truck at a Glance
Daimler Truck Holding AG (“Daimler Truck”) is one of the world’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturers, with over 40 main locations and more than 100,000 employees around the globe. The founders of Daimler Truck invented the modern transportation industry with their trucks and buses a good 125 years ago. Unchanged to this day, the company’s aspirations are dedicated to one purpose: Daimler Truck works for all who keep the world moving. Its customers enable people to be mobile and get goods to their destinations reliably, on time, and safely. Daimler Truck provides the technologies, products, and services for them to do so. This also applies to the transformation to CO2-neutral driving. The company is striving to make sustainable transport a success, with profound technological knowledge and a clear view of its customers’ needs. Daimler Truck’s business activities are structured in five reporting segments: Trucks North America (TN) with the truck brands Freightliner and Western Star and the school bus brand Thomas Built Buses. Trucks Asia (TA) with the FUSO and RIZON commercial vehicle brands. Mercedes-Benz Trucks (MBT) with the truck brand of the same name and BharatBenz. Daimler Buses (DB) with the Mercedes-Benz and Setra bus brands. Daimler Truck’s new Financial Services business (DTFS) constitutes the fifth segment, the product range in the truck segments includes light, medium and heavy trucks for long-distance, distribution and construction traffic and special-purpose vehicles used mainly in the municipal and vocational sector. The product range of the bus segment includes city buses, school buses and intercity buses, coaches and bus chassis. In addition to the sale of new and used commercial vehicles, the company also offers after-sales services and connectivity solutions.

MFTBC at a Glance
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) is a commercial vehicle manufacturer based in Kawasaki City, Japan. 89.29% of its shares are owned by Daimler Truck AG and 10.71% by various Mitsubishi group companies. MFTBC provides trucks, buses and industrial engines under the FUSO brand with a longstanding history of over 90 years, serving approximately 170 markets worldwide. MFTBC proactively develops cutting-edge technologies such as electrification, with its eCanter being Japan’s first mass-produced electric light-duty truck. MFTBC’s heavy-duty Super Great Truck was also the first of its kind in Japan to include SAE Level 2-equivalent automated driving support technology, now a benchmark in the Japanese commercial vehicle market.

FUSO at a Glance
FUSO is a Daimler Truck brand, offering a range of commercial vehicles such as trucks and buses and industrial engines in about 170 markets worldwide. The brand is characterized by effectiveness, safety and comfort, built over its 90-year history with a foundation of and Japanese quality and craftsmanship. The Canter light-duty truck claims the top share in various markets around the world. FUSO leads electrification of commercial vehicles by globally offering Japan’s first mass-produced electric light-duty truck, the eCanter. FUSO promises customers a “Future Together,” a bold claim that continues to drive the brand’s contributions to safe and sustainable transport.

Manila, Philippines – Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP) recognized the outstanding performance of its dealer partners at the recent 2024 National Dealer Conference, held in Okada Manila, Paranaque City, on November 15, 2024. The conference brought together its network of dealers for a day of celebration, collaboration, and recognition. The annual event was a testament to FUSO’s unwavering commitment to stronger partnerships and growth in the commercial vehicle industry.

With this year’s theme, “Moving Forward”, the conference served as a platform for SFP to showcase its accomplishments, share strategic directions, and express gratitude to its dealer network who have contributed to FUSO’s milestones.

FUSO Philippines continues to demonstrate its strength in the truck and bus industry, achieving an impressive 30.7% sales growth covering January 2024 to October 2024 compared to the same period last year. This milestone reinforces FUSO’s position as a key player in the commercial vehicle segment.

While other market leaders experienced a decline in market share, FUSO Philippines has gone beyond the trend, showcasing steady growth and a strong commitment to meeting its customer needs. FUSO’s focus on delivering reliable, efficient and durable commercial vehicles in the Philippine market has driven this sustained improvement in market standing.

It also emphasized SFP’s recent stellar achievement during the RC SEA Awards 2024, pulling off three (3) awards that underscore FUSO Philippines’ outstanding performance across multiple dimensions of business operations, leadership in innovation, customer-centric solutions, and retail excellence across Southeast Asia.

SFP received three (3) distinguished awards: Elite Class Southeast Asia (Silver Winner), Best CSP Product Innovation Award and Retail Sales Excellence Award.

“These recognitions are the testaments to the hard work and dedication of FUSO Philippines and our whole dealer network. We are honored to share these awards with you.” Mr. Yosuke Nishi mentioned in his message.

The conference culminated in an awards ceremony honoring top-performing dealerships and individuals in various categories – in sales, after-sales, marketing, and network. This recognition underscored the vital role of FUSO’s dealer network in the Philippines in driving the brand’s growth as one of the most trusted names in commercial vehicles.

The following FUSO dealers and Individuals were commended as winners:

SALES
Top Sales Contributors
PMPI – FUSO Cainta
FAPC – FUSO Mactan
DMC – FUSO Marcos Highway
AMC – FUSO Carmona
Evolander Motor Corp.

Top Performer for Canter FE84 & FE85
FAPC – FUSO Mactan

Top Performer for Government Sales
AMC – FUSO Carmona

Top Performer for PUV Sales
FAPC – FUSO Mactan

Top Performer for Rosa Sales
DMC – FUSO Marcos Highway

Top Sales Performer for Light-Duty Truck
1^st Place – Marc Montemayor from FUSO Marcos Highway
2^nd Place – Victor Dominise from FUSO Mactan
3^rd Place – Marjoe Villanueva from FUSO Makati

Top Sales Performer for DICV
1^st Place – Jindo Babol from FUSO Kawit
2^nd Place – Victor Dominise from FUSO Mactan
3^rd Place – Stephen Patac from FUSO South Cotabato

MARKETING
Marketing Excellence Award
CWI – FUSO Pampanga

Digital Marketing Compliance Award
GAC – FUSO Cabanatuan

Event Initiatives Award
FAPC – FUSO Cagayan de Oro

Digital Sales Champion
CWI – FUSO Pampanga

NETWORK
Overall Audit Compliance Excellence
CWI – FUSO Pampanga

Outstanding Compliance in Manpower Category
AMC – FUSO Carmona

Outstanding Compliance in Facility Category
1DAI – FUSO Kawit

Outstanding Compliance in Process Category
MXM – FUSO Palawan

AFTERSALES
Aftersales Excellence Award
1^st Place, 1DAI – FUSO Kawit
2^nd Place, AMC – FUSO Carmona
3^rd Place, MMFO – FUSO Otis

Mr. Yosuke Nishi, President & CEO of Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation: “The partnership between SFP and the dealer network has experienced ups and downs. We faced the adverse effects of COVID-19 in 2020-2021, just a year after the company’s official opening. We managed to “Rebuild and Recover” in 2022 and continue applying the “Progress Together” theme in 2023. This year, 2024, we will remain true to the theme “Moving Forward.” There will be challenges, but we will continue progressing with the momentum we’ve built. This leads me to our constant call for your support to keep the efforts going. We have a long way to go but are already making headway.”

Mr. Nishi congratulated all the winners by ending his closing remarks with, “A big thanks to all of you for your excellent performance and contribution. Tonight is more than a recall of our balances; it celebrates everyone’s hard work”

As the event concluded, the camaraderie among attendees affirmed a strong and united dealer network, ready to move forward as FUSO in the Philippines continues to grow.

Visit FUSO Philippines’ official website at www.fuso.com.ph. Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/FusoPhilippines for the latest news and updates from the brand.

For more information, please contact:
Ms. Joms Ilaw, Senior Marketing Specialist
jn.ilaw@fuso.com.ph | (049) 530 1390

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Sojitz Corporation at a Glance
As a general trading company, the Sojitz Group is engaged in a wide range of businesses globally, including buying, selling, importing, and exporting goods, manufacturing and selling products, providing services, and planning and coordinating projects, in Japan and overseas. The Group also invests in various sectors and conducts financing activities. The broad range of sectors in which Sojitz operates includes those related to automobiles, plants, energy, mineral resources, chemicals, foodstuff resources, agricultural and forestry resources, consumer goods, and industrial parks. Sojitz has run so many kinds of automotive business all over the world such as CKD production, wholesale, and Retail. In the case of the business in Philippine, Sojitz has been engaged to the automotive business since 1969.

Daimler Truck at a Glance
Daimler Truck Holding AG (“Daimler Truck”) is one of the world’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturers, with over 40 main locations and more than 100,000 employees around the globe. The founders of Daimler Truck invented the modern transportation industry with their trucks and buses a good 125 years ago. Unchanged to this day, the company’s aspirations are dedicated to one purpose: Daimler Truck works for all who keep the world moving. Its customers enable people to be mobile and get goods to their destinations reliably, on time, and safely. Daimler Truck provides the technologies, products, and services for them to do so. This also applies to the transformation to CO2-neutral driving. The company is striving to make sustainable transport a success, with profound technological knowledge and a clear view of its customers’ needs. Daimler Truck’s business activities are structured in five reporting segments: Trucks North America (TN) with the truck brands Freightliner and Western Star and the school bus brand Thomas Built Buses. Trucks Asia (TA) with the FUSO and RIZON commercial vehicle brands. Mercedes-Benz Trucks (MBT) with the truck brand of the same name and BharatBenz. Daimler Buses (DB) with the Mercedes-Benz and Setra bus brands. Daimler Truck’s new Financial Services business (DTFS) constitutes the fifth segment, the product range in the truck segments includes light, medium and heavy trucks for long-distance, distribution and construction traffic and special-purpose vehicles used mainly in the municipal and vocational sector. The product range of the bus segment includes city buses, school buses and intercity buses, coaches and bus chassis. In addition to the sale of new and used commercial vehicles, the company also offers after-sales services and connectivity solutions.

MFTBC at a Glance
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) is a commercial vehicle manufacturer based in Kawasaki City, Japan. 89.29% of its shares are owned by Daimler Truck AG and 10.71% by various Mitsubishi group companies. MFTBC provides trucks, buses and industrial engines under the FUSO brand with a longstanding history of over 90 years, serving approximately 170 markets worldwide. MFTBC proactively develops cutting-edge technologies such as electrification, with its eCanter being Japan’s first mass-produced electric light-duty truck. MFTBC’s heavy-duty Super Great Truck was also the first of its kind in Japan to include SAE Level 2-equivalent automated driving support technology, now a benchmark in the Japanese commercial vehicle market.

FUSO at a Glance
FUSO is a Daimler Truck brand, offering a range of commercial vehicles such as trucks and buses and industrial engines in about 170 markets worldwide. The brand is characterized by effectiveness, safety and comfort, built over its 90-year history with a foundation of and Japanese quality and craftsmanship. The Canter light-duty truck claims the top share in various markets around the world. FUSO leads electrification of commercial vehicles by globally offering Japan’s first mass-produced electric light-duty truck, the eCanter. FUSO promises customers a “Future Together,” a bold claim that continues to drive the brand’s contributions to safe and sustainable transport.