Fuso Cruise Minibus is first vehicle to receive PNS nod

It makes 147 horses with 370 Newton-meters of pulling power

Fuso Cruise Minibus is first vehicle to receive PNS nod
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MANILA: Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation (SFP) revealed that the Cruise Minibus is the first vehicle to comply with the Philippine National Standards (PNS 2160:2021) Public Utility Vehicles – Dimensions of Minibus.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • What type of certification did the Fuso Cruise Minibus comply with?

    The Fuso Cruise Minibus is the first vehicle to comply with PNS 2160:2021.
  • Which company co-designed the Fuso Cruise Minibus?

    The Fuso Cruise Minibus was co-designed by SFP and Almazora Motors Corporation.
  • According to the local arm of the Japanese truck brand, the said milestone exemplifies SFP’s commitment to providing safe, convenient, reliable, and compliant commercial vehicles to its valued customers around the Philippines.

    By adhering to standards, SFP’s Minibus sets a new benchmark for quality and safety in local transportation mobility solutions.

    Fuso Minibus from SFP 1

    “We are thrilled to announce that SFP’s Minibus has successfully met the requirements set by the Department of Transportation and Bureau of Philippine Standards. With our mission of contributing to the drive for development and betterment of living in the Philippines, we are extending our dedication to innovation and continuously striving to meet the evolving needs of our valued customers. This milestone reflects our commitment to provide safe, convenient, and dependable public or even private vehicles to our customers,” stated SPF President and Chief Executive Officer Yosuke Nishi.

    Quick specs

    The Fuso Cruise Minibus was co-designed by SFP and Almazora Motors Corporation.

    It is powered by a 3.0-liter 4P10 engine that can produce as much as 147 horsepower and 370 Newton-meters of torque. The powerplant is mated to a five-speed manual transmission.

    Per SFP, the Fuso Cruise Minibus can haul up to 36 people and has a two-by-two seating arrangement.

    According to SFP, the said compliance “ensures that customers can trust the Cruise Minibus that provides quality performance while prioritizing safety within the Philippine roads.”

    Photos from Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corporation

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