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Toyota Truck Unit Hino Slapped With $1.2 Billion Fine After Yet Another Diesel Emission Scandal


Published on 2025-01-16 09:41:32 - MSN
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Hino Motors, a subsidiary of Toyota, has been fined approximately $1.2 billion by the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office due to a diesel emissions scandal. This penalty comes after Hino admitted to falsifying emissions data for its engines, marking the second such incident in recent years. The falsification involved manipulating engine control software to pass emissions tests, which did not reflect real-world performance. This scandal has not only tarnished Hino's reputation but also raised concerns about the integrity of emissions testing in the automotive industry. The fine is part of a broader crackdown on corporate malfeasance in Japan, aiming to restore public trust in the automotive sector's environmental claims.

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