In 2002, Isuzu Motors Ltd. maintained the world number one position in medium-duty truck production, also maintaining the top position for combined domestic medium- and heavy-duty production with a GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) of at least 6.1 tons (14,000 lbs) and over 16.1 tons (33,001 lbs) respectively, among Japanese truck manufacturers.

Production volume statistics released by the automobile manufacturer associations around the world were used to compile these figures. These figures represent individual countries and do not include consigned production.

Not only with slightly rebounded truck market demand due to compliance with stricter emission regulations in Japan, but also incremental H/D truck export to China, Isuzu gained 2,601 more units (4.0% increase) over the previous year. Meanwhile, with a strong production volume gain at Freightliner of the USA, i.e. an increase of 5,727 units in 2002, Isuzu's overall production volume ended at No. 3.

In 2002, European manufactures declined in their total production volume in mother countries while some Japanese and U.S. manufacturers gained the production volume.