Paving the way for research on diesel engine technology for automobiles, as a leader in the manufacture of high-quality engines, Mr. Masao Ito made a remarkable contribution to the growth of our automotive industry, providing suitable compression ignited (CI) engines for light trucks and passenger cars. In recognition of these great achievements, the Japan Automotive Hall of Fame is honored to induct Mr. Masao Ito into the Hall of Fame.

The six-cylinder water-cooled Type DA40 diesel (CI) engine.

The Type TX five-ton truck proved useful in Japan’s post-war recovery.

The first Isuzu Elf (1960, right) and a low bed version from 1974.

The three-liter turbocharged D-CORE engine and a sixth generation Isuzu Elf.