Isuzu Motors India Announces Leadership Change With Takeshi Hirano Appointment

Isuzu Motors India on Wednesday said it has appointed Takeshi Hirano as its Deputy Managing Director. The company, a subsidiary of Isuzu Motors Ltd, Japan, said Hirano succeeds Toru Kishimoto, who will assume a new assignment at the parent company. Hirano brings an experience of over two decades in distribution and marketing across global markets for Isuzu, working in various capacities overseeing operations in different markets for Isuzu Motors and Mitsubishi Corporation, the company said.

"He also possesses strong familiarity with the Indian market, having previously served at Isuzu Motors India as Vice President's Sales and Marketing, where he played a pivotal role in setting the foundation in the Indian market," it added.

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Recently, Isuzu has launched the updated V-Cross in the Indian market with prices ranging between Rs 25.50 lakh and Rs 30.28 lakh (ex-showroom). The lifestyle pick-up now comes exclusively with a 4x4 drivetrain, as the 4x2 option has been discontinued.

The front fascia now sports a bolder grille with a blacked-out lower lip, while the bumper has been reworked with reduced cladding and the removal of the faux skid plate. Along the sides, new 18-inch alloy wheels add freshness to the look, while the black wheel arch and side cladding have been deleted for a cleaner profile.

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Inside, the pick-up has seen a notable upgrade in technology. The older 9-inch infotainment unit has been replaced by a larger 10.3-inch touchscreen, now supporting wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The cabin also gets contrast trim inserts on the dashboard and doors, adding a premium touch. The top-spec Z Prestige variant further enhances the experience with a roof-mounted eight-speaker audio system.