When should I change my truck?

The "When to replace your truck" simulator is a free web-based tool developed by Hino Rive-Sud that helps heavy-duty truck owners and fleet managers determine the economically optimal time to replace their vehicle. In just a few minutes, it calculates your real cost of ownership (TCO) and compares it with a new Hino L6, L7, L8 or XL8 series.

Approximately 5 to 7 minutes. You enter the basic information about your current truck (year, mileage, annual maintenance costs, fuel consumption) and the simulator immediately generates your comparative analysis.

Yes, 100% free and with no obligation. No credit cards, no subscriptions, no hidden fees. You'll receive your complete analysis by e-mail at the end.

No, no account required. Simply provide your email address at the end to receive your personalized report.

Yes. The simulator is fully responsive and works on phone, tablet and computer, on all modern browsers (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge).

The simulator compares two scenarios over several years: (1) keeping your current truck, taking into account depreciation, increasing maintenance costs, fuel and fixed assets; and (2) buying a new Hino, with its acquisition cost, financing, warranty and optimized fuel consumption. The economic tipping point is the year when it becomes more profitable to replace.

TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) is the real cost of a truck over its useful life. It includes: purchase price, depreciation, fuel, preventive maintenance, repairs, tires, insurance, financing and downtime due to breakdowns. It is the most reliable indicator for comparing two trucks, as purchase price alone is misleading.

The estimate is based on Quebec and Canadian used heavy-duty truck market trends, adjusted for year, mileage, class (6, 7 or 8), application type (cube, vocational, wrecker, tractor) and box length. For an accurate final assessment, our team can carry out an on-site inspection.

Yes. Reference prices for the Hino L6, L7, L8 and XL8 are updated regularly by our team and reflect current Canadian MSRPs. Final price may vary according to options, promotions and financing available at time of order.

Yes. The simulator applies a maintenance cost progression curve typical of heavy trucks (the older the vehicle, the more expensive breakdowns become), and incorporates inflation in fuel and parts costs.

Hino Canada currently offers four conventional diesel truck models: Hino L6 (Class 6, ideal for urban delivery), Hino L7 (Class 7, versatile medium-duty), Hino L8 (Class 8, vocational and cube applications) and Hino XL8 (Class 8 heavy-duty).

The Hino L8 is a conventional Class 8 optimized for vocational applications (cube, tipper, medium wrecker). The Hino XL8 is positioned in the heavy-duty Class 8 segment with a higher PNBC, designed for heavy-duty straight truck, heavy-duty towing and heavy-duty applications. The XL8 cannot, however, be converted to a heavy-duty wrecker/rotator application.

No. Hino Canada currently offers diesel trucks only. All models (L6, L7, L8, XL8) are equipped with Cummins diesel engines that comply with EPA and Environment Canada standards.

The Hino XL8 compares directly with the following models: Western Star 47X / 49X, Mack Granite, Peterbilt 548 / 567, Kenworth T380 / T480, Freightliner 108SD / 114SD (with or without Plus option), and International HV / HX. Our simulator integrates these comparisons to give you a realistic view of the market.

You receive a customized report containing: your comparative TCO analysis, the recommended economic tipping point, the estimated resale value of your current truck, the Hino model recommended for your application, and contact information for a representative to discuss your project.

The report is sent automatically and immediately to the e-mail address you provide. Check your inbox (and junk mail) within 2 minutes of submission.

Absolutely not. The simulator is a no-obligation decision-making tool. You are free to use the results as you see fit, whether to plan a replacement, negotiate with your bank, or simply validate your fleet strategy.

Our representative Émilien Clarté can contact you in the next few days to answer your questions and arrange a test drive if you wish. If you prefer not to be contacted, simply indicate this in your report or reply to the e-mail.

Yes. The information you enter is used solely to generate your personalized analysis and send you your report. It is never resold, shared with third parties or used for advertising purposes. Hino Rive-Sud complies with Bill 25 on the protection of personal information in Quebec.

Yes. You can request the deletion of your data at any time by writing to info@camionnational.com. We will respond within 30 days.

Our facilities are located at 1366 Rue Volta, Boucherville, QC, J4B 6G6, on Montreal's South Shore. We serve the greater metropolitan area, Montérégie, Eastern Townships and beyond.

Three options: (1) call Émilien Clarté directly at 581-994-7071(2) write to info@camionnational.com, or (3) call the dealership at 450-641-1115. A test drive on your usual route is available by prior arrangement.

Yes. Hino Rive-Sud works with several financial partners specialized in heavy-duty trucks to offer leasing, long-term rental and traditional financing solutions. Our team can structure a solution tailored to your fleet and accounting situation.

Yes. Our Hino Canada-certified workshop performs preventive maintenance, major repairs, SAAQ inspections (PEP/PEVL) and electronic diagnostics on all Hino models. We also offer a mobile service for certain on-site interventions.

We are open Monday to Friday for sales and workshop. For specific hours and after-hours services, please consult the contact page on hinorivesud.com or call us at 450-641-1115.