Daiwa Motor Transportation Partners with S.RIDE and Kokusai Motor to Boost Digital Transformation in Taxi Services

A New Era of Taxi Services

In a significant move towards enhancing the efficiency and safety of passenger transportation, Daiwa Motor Transportation Co., Ltd., based in Koto, Tokyo, has announced a strategic partnership with S.RIDE Co., Ltd. and Kokusai Motor Co., Ltd., both headquartered in Minato, Tokyo. This initiative aims to drive digital transformation (DX) within the taxi industry, improving customer service and ensuring safer operations for all users.

The collaboration between Daiwa Motor and S.RIDE will specifically strengthen efforts regarding taxi DX and autonomous driving technology. Since the establishment of S.RIDE in 2018, the two companies have worked together to promote app-based taxi dispatch and leverage digital technologies to modernize the taxi industry's operations. Through this partnership, they aim to further enhance the efficiency and sophistication of passenger transport services, providing users with a more secure and comfortable travel experience.

Additionally, Daiwa Motor and Kokusai Motor will focus on reinforcing their cooperation to promote DX in the passenger transport sector while pursuing high-quality customer service and safety as key players in public transportation. This will involve building collaborative frameworks for recruitment, training, and education, sharing vehicle maintenance facilities, and jointly procuring fuel to reduce costs, ultimately enhancing operational efficiency across both companies.

Through this business partnership, Daiwa Motor Transportation, S.RIDE, and Kokusai Motor are committed to contributing to a safer and more sustainable mobility society for the future.

Leadership Insights

Daiwa Motor Transportation's President, Kazuki Otsuka, expressed, "For over 80 years, Daiwa Motor has been supporting Tokyo's transportation infrastructure by providing safe and reliable travel. As the taxi industry faces rapid changes in its operational environment, our collaboration with S.RIDE and Kokusai Motor represents a crucial step towards sustained industry development. Based on the trust built over the years, we aim to deepen our cooperation, striving to offer even safer and more comfortable transport services."

In a similar vein, S.RIDE's President, Yohei Hashimoto, stated: "S.RIDE is leveraging AI and IT technologies from the Sony Group to push for DX in the taxi industry. Since our inception, we have partnered with taxi operators, including Daiwa Motor and Kokusai Motor, to implement dispatch applications and advance digitization. This new partnership will deepen our collaboration and accelerate the evolution of the mobility industry as we prepare for the era of autonomous driving. We are committed to co-creating new mobility experiences and contributing to a safe and comfortable transport society."

Kokusai Motor’s President, Ryoichi Matsumoto, highlighted the company’s legacy: "With a history spanning 105 years, Kokusai Motor has always prioritized the safety and comfort of both passengers and drivers. This new partnership is vital in strengthening our readiness for the rapidly changing mobility landscape. Our focus is to create sustainable and valuable travel experiences that prioritize the comfort and safety of our customers and drivers, thus contributing to high-quality customer service."

Company Profiles

Daiwa Motor Transportation Co., Ltd.

- Address: 2-16-31 Sarue, Koto, Tokyo
- Established: September 13, 1939
- President: Kazuki Otsuka
- Capital: 525 million yen (Listed on Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard)
- Business Activities: Taxi and hire services, real estate activities
- Website: Daiwa Motor

S.RIDE Co., Ltd.

- Address: 1-5-2 Higashi-Shinbashi, Minato, Tokyo (Shiodome City Center, 5th Floor)
- Established: May 31, 2018
- President: Yohei Hashimoto
- Business Activities: Provision of the taxi app "S.RIDE" and development of dispatch software and systems for taxi operators
- Website: S.RIDE