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Hyundai Motor Company named Naomi Fudo as the new President and CEO of Hyundai Mobility Japan, effective immediately. The appointment follows the resignation of Toshiyuki Shimegi, who stepped down on July 31, 2026, after serving since January 2025. Hyundai Mobility Japan operates under Hyundai Motor’s One ZEV Strategy, focusing on zero-emission vehicles including electric and fuel cell models. The company aims to expand its direct-to-consumer business model while enhancing customer experience across all stages of ownership.

Naomi Fudo brings extensive leadership experience from roles in IT, finance, and automotive sectors, including serving as President and CEO of Volvo Car Japan. Hyundai highlighted her expertise in business development, marketing, and digital transformation as key assets for her new role. Under her leadership, Hyundai Mobility Japan plans to prioritize customer-centric mobility solutions and organizational reform. The company also emphasized its commitment to sustainable growth in the Japanese market through electrification and next-generation mobility technologies.

Hyundai Mobility Japan, a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Company, has operated in Japan since re-entering the market in 2022. The company focuses on advancing zero-emission vehicles, including compact EVs, electric buses, and fuel cell electric vehicles. Hyundai Premium Care will continue providing long-term ownership support to strengthen customer relationships. The company aims to evolve into a comprehensive mobility provider, leveraging software-defined vehicles, autonomous driving, and smart mobility services.

Toshiyuki Shimegi will remain with Hyundai as an Advisor through December 2026 to support the leadership transition. Hyundai Motor Company stated that the information provided is accurate at the time of release but may be updated as needed. The company remains committed to carbon reduction and advancing a full lineup of mobility solutions, including ICE, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, hydrogen fuel cell, and EV technologies.