Isuzu India Appoints Takeshi Hirano as Deputy Managing Director
Isuzu Motors India has appointed Takeshi Hirano as Deputy Managing Director, effective March 10, 2026, succeeding Toru Kishimoto, who will take on a new role in Japan. This leadership change is part of Isuzu’s strategic business alignment.
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Isuzu India Appoints Takeshi Hirano as Deputy Managing Director
Isuzu Motors India has announced a change in its senior leadership. The automaker has appointed Takeshi Hirano as Deputy Managing Director, effective March 10th 2026. Sharing this update the company has shared that Takeshi Hirano takes over the role from Toru Kishimoto, who will move to a new assignment with the parent organisation in Japan. Isuzu also stated that this change in leadership aligns with their business plans and organisational requirements.
According to Isuzu India, Takeshi Hirano was associated with Mitsubishi Corporation in Japan, where he was part of the Isuzu Business Division. He brings more than two decades of experience in distribution and marketing across multiple global markets associated with Isuzu Motors and Mitsubishi Corporation.
Putting things into the Indian context, Takeshi Hirano is familiar with the domestic market, having previously served as Vice President, Sales and Marketing at Isuzu Motors India. During his earlier stint, he was involved in the company’s market development and sales operations in the country.
The current passenger vehicle lineup of Isuzu India includes the D-MAX V-Cross pickup, Hi-Lander pickup and the mu-X SUV. The D-Max V-Cross is offered with a starting ex-showroom price of Rs 25.50 lakh. The Hi-Lander has a starting ex-showroom price of Rs 21.04 lakh. The mu-X is available with a starting ex-showroom price tag of Rs 34.53 lakh. Isuzu India has a manufacturing facility located in Sri City, Andhra Pradesh. The company currently operates a dealership network with touchpoints across 100 locations in India.
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