Geotab's Takeuchi and Interzone's Kagiyama to Speak at 'Mobility Transformation 2026' on June 30
At 'Mobility Transformation 2026,' hosted by SmartDrive Inc., Mr. Takamichi Takeuchi from Geotab Inc. and Mr. Kenji Kagiyama from Interzone Inc. will join SmartDrive's President Retsu Kitagawa to discuss the future of AI- and data-driven vehicle maintenance.
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## Event Overview
- Date/Time: June 30, 2026 (Tue), 13:30-18:50
- Venue: Otemachi Mitsui Hall (Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo)
- Theme: AI and Data Changing the Structure of the Automotive Business
## Speakers and Discussion Highlights
A session titled "What is Vehicle Maintenance Driven by AI and Data, Co-created by Geotab and SmartDrive? - Discussing Joint Business Expansion in Japan with Global Examples" will take place from 16:20 to 16:50.
Speakers:
- Takamichi Takeuchi (Head of APAC Business Development, Geotab Inc.)
- Kenji Kagiyama (President & CEO, Interzone Inc.)
- Retsu Kitagawa (President & CEO, SmartDrive Inc.)
The event addresses how to construct new revenue models by leveraging vehicle data and AI, as labor-intensive business models reach their limits. It serves as a forum to highlight the necessity of strategic management decisions beyond mere cost reduction.
- Date/Time: June 30, 2026 (Tue), 13:30-18:50
- Venue: Otemachi Mitsui Hall (Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo)
- Theme: AI and Data Changing the Structure of the Automotive Business
## Speakers and Discussion Highlights
A session titled "What is Vehicle Maintenance Driven by AI and Data, Co-created by Geotab and SmartDrive? - Discussing Joint Business Expansion in Japan with Global Examples" will take place from 16:20 to 16:50.
Speakers:
- Takamichi Takeuchi (Head of APAC Business Development, Geotab Inc.)
- Kenji Kagiyama (President & CEO, Interzone Inc.)
- Retsu Kitagawa (President & CEO, SmartDrive Inc.)
The event addresses how to construct new revenue models by leveraging vehicle data and AI, as labor-intensive business models reach their limits. It serves as a forum to highlight the necessity of strategic management decisions beyond mere cost reduction.
FAQ
When is the Mobility Transformation 2026 event scheduled to take place?
It is scheduled for June 30, 2026.
What is the theme of the event?
The theme is 'How AI and data are transforming the structure of the automotive business', focusing on the transition to new revenue models in the mobility industry.
What are the key points of business judgment that SmartDrive emphasizes?
SmartDrive emphasizes building new 'profit mechanisms' by leveraging their strengths and collaborating with other companies, rather than just cutting costs through digital transformation.
Who are the speakers?
The speakers are Takamichi Takenouchi from Geotab Inc., Kenji Kagayama from Interzone Co., Ltd., and Retsu Kitagawa from SmartDrive Co., Ltd.
Where is the event taking place?
The event will be held at the Otemachi Mitsui Hall, located at 1-2-1 Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, on the 3rd floor of Otemachi One.