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MOTORING NEWS
JAPANESE car distributor Suzuki Philippines Inc today
breaks into the D-segment and rolls out the Suzuki
Kizashi.
Prepare your senses for a “sign of great things to
come”. This vehicle will be specifically targeted for the
discriminating and sophisticated executive class market
marking Suzuki Philippines further foray into the highly
competitive THE D-segment VOLVO of the vehicle S60 industry.
Have an exhilarating experience with Kizashi’s
powerful SPEED driving performance SHOOTOUT
powered by its state-of-theart
Top 2.4 executives litre engine experience coupled with Volvo’s a Continuously raw power Variable
and dynamic handling on the tarmac
Transmission (CVT) with 6 speed manual mode specially
designed VOLVO for Philippines whisper quiet proudly yet displayed surprisingly its powerful cars’
performance prowess in on low the gears tracks while at the yielding recently an excellent concluded fuel
economy PLDT Alpha even in Track the highest Day on gear March setting. 26, 2012 at the
Clark Kizashi’s International exterior Speedway appearance in is an truly all-out a sight race to
behold, competition. a touch This of highest annual dignity event with hosted a subdued by the PLDT sporty
demeanor. Alpha Enterprise Kizashi brought is equipped together with the country’s intelligent top and
advanced executives controls for a car-filled like the Electronic day with the Stability dynamic Program new
(ESP) breed that of Volvos adds as to the main superb cars driving for the experience track run. that
showcases Suzuki’s latest innovation and technology.
BEYOND LUXURY: THE INTERIOR
Prepare yourself as you enter Kizashi’s spacious
interior providing an above standard offering that truly
befits an executive class series of its kind. Each details
and craftsmanship are expertly designed to truly evoke a
harmonious feeling for a greater riding experience.
The ergonomic design of the instrument panel is
specially conceived for the drivers real time information
needs. The steering wheel is equipped with a Tilt and
Telescopic Mr. Jovy Adjustable Hernandez, Steering PLDT Vice Wheel President to fit all the and different Head
kind of of Corporate drivers. Evoke Business that race Group car and feel as Smart you start Sales the
engine
and Marketing
with a Keyless
Head,
Push
Chris
Start
Tiu,
System.
Volvo Philippines
Ambassador, Miss Loi Concepcion – de Guzman,
Assistant
Soothe
Vice
yourself
President
with
for
the
Marketing
comfort of
Services
Kizashi’s
sporty Division fabric of seats Volvo for Philippines, driving comfort. Mr. Richard Standard Cohen, features
include Maxim ambient Philippines and Operating footwell lighting, Corporate felt Managing lined glove
compartment Director – Asia box and Factory center Operations/Thailand console storage tray and and
the recipient of the Volvo S60 T6 Speed Shootout
soft-woven headliner.
Champion Award and Mr. Eric Alberto, PLDT EVP and
Head of Alpha Enterprise, International and Carrier
Business Group.
ON June 1, 2012 Shell launches its latest
generation of premium performance fuels namely
Shell V-Power Nitro+ Gasoline, Shell V-Power
Nitro+ Racing and Shell V-Power Nitro + Diesel. The
Chris Philippines Tiu, Michel is one Azrak, of the General first countries Manager in of the CMA- world to
CGM see the Philippines, introduction Inc. of and the new the premium recipient performance of the
Fastest Volvo S60 T4 Driver Award, Loi Cocnepcion
fuels, which will directly replace the Shell V-Power fuels
– de Guzman, James Deakin- Editor-in-Chief of C!
Magazine and Shell and Super the host Premium of the currently PLDT Alpha available Track Day in the
Philippines.
New Shell V-Power Nitro+ fuels are formulated
to help improve Chris Tiu, engine performance and deliver more
power Mr. Dennis and responsiveness Valdez, compared to Shell Standard
President Fuels. The of fuels PhilWeb are designed to start acting instantly in
your Corporation engine. “With and these new gasoline and diesel fuels,
the recipient of the
we have built on the innovative and successful platform
Fastest Volvo S60
established D3 Driver Award, by our best-selling Shell V-Power fuels
Loi and Concepcion developed – new de formulations, designed to improve
performance Guzman and to act instantly in your engine,” says
Suzuki Philippines, Inc.
Proudly Introduces Kizashi
IN line with Petron Corporation’s mission to be the leading provider of total customer
solutions in the energy sector, the company is expanding its trademark Lakbay Alalay
program into a full-blown, year-round campaign.
Engage your listening pleasure with a mellow sound A highly rigid and light suspension system gives great
or a senses-shattering Now billed as Lakbay loud music Alalay, with Kasama the audio Mo Sa system Biyahe, handling. representatives It has sub will frames discuss with safety floating measures structures for LPGs to
with the an expanded easy sync program with iPod includes inter-connectivity a slate of activities or any ensure and lubricants. that the ride The is Bureau smooth of and Fire quiet Protection at all will times. also
portable reaching music far device beyond via the built-in traditional USB port. motorist assistance The present chassis useful is further information reinforced avoiding for added household stability and fires.
services for Holy Week. Through this program, Petron greater After the control. symposium, Petron will conduct LPG leak checks
SAFETY hopes BEYOND to strengthen STANDARD the bond of companionship and unity and The free change ABS (Anti-Lock oil for automobiles. Braking System) Petron Blaze is equipped Boosters
with Kizashi Filipinos was everywhere, conceived not with just safety during as the a Holy primary Week with team the members sophisticated will be four-wheel on hand for disc a meet-and-greet. brakes supplied The
objective but in all in aspects the design of their of daily Kizashi’s lives. unique unibody by schedule Akebono for Brake the Corporation, community visits a world are: leader March in 30-Bgy. noise,
structure, For surprisingly 2012, the lightweight following campaigns but rigidly have strong been due lined to vibration Hagonoy, and Taguig harshness City; March reduction 30-Bgy. technology Manggahan, and highly Pasig
its up high-tensile by Petron: steel material. It combines structures that acclaimed City; March as a 31-Bgy. supplier UP for Campus, Japan’s Quezon famous City; Shinkansen March 31-
absorb and Lakbay dispense Alalay impact Biyahe energy Para with Sa a deformation Kaligtasan. trains Bgy. (bullet 598, Sta. trains). Mesa, Manila; and April 1-Bgy. Greater
resisting Petron cabin volunteers structure will and be offering greater emergency under floor assistance strength Lagro, “Suzuki Quezon remains City. true to its pledge of providing small
for during resistance Holy to impact Week forces (April from 5-9) all at directions the North in case Luzon of cars for a Lakbay big future Alalay as the Biyahe Kizashi Para model Sa proves Kalikasan. to be the This
sudden Expressway vehicle collision. (NLEX) and Beneath South the Luzon rigid Expressway interior wall (SLEX). are right component fit for drivers will who include want barangay to remain clean stylish up with drives their in
extensive Services sound will insulation include free suppressant roadside that assistance further reduces and free medium-sized selected communities sedans. We in Metro are rolling Manila. out In the partnership Kizashi with with
external towing noise services. for a more Participating quiet, relax Petron atmosphere service inside. stations high the confidence Department that of not Environment only will it and complete Natural our Resources line-up,
nationwide Six airbags offer are free included vehicle as safety a standard checks feature year-round along to but (DENR), most importantly, gassing up in Kizashi Petron will will usher entitle in the a heightened customer to
with help an ESP motorists (Electronic ensure Stability that their Program) vehicles that are maximizes roadworthy appreciation a free Lakbay for Suzuki Alalay automobiles” sticker and a , as seedling proudly to remarked be named
the and driver’s safe for control travel. and And, stability in the event in various that you conditions. encounter by after Suzuki him. Philippines Volunteers President from Petron Satoshi and Uchida. other groups will
difficulties on the road, Petron will be there to extend a join together for a tree-planting activity in Cebu (May
helping hand. Given that summer is now starting to be 25), Davao (May 26) and Tanay, Rizal (May 27). A Lakbay
rainy, Petron Lakbay Alalay will be there to remind holiday Alalay fun run will also be held on June 17, 2012 to boost
drivers: “Rain or Shine—Drive Safely!”
awareness of clean air.
Lakbay Alalay Biyahe Para Sa Kalusugan. In Lakbay Alalay Biyahe Para Sa Kaalaman. Petron’s
partnership with the Red Cross, Petron will also be back-to-school program will provide professional drivers
Anthony providing Lawrence medical Yam, booths VP for at Retail, Petron Pilipinas service Shell stations latest
an
example
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to
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their kids.
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technology story.”
drivers of commercial vehicles
this Holy new Week product (April to 5-9). the Philippine market and I believe
(jeep, van, FX, multicab, tricycle, solo rider, etc.), a
we have Lakbay succeeded Alalay in Biyahe making Para a good Sa product Turismo. even Petron SHELL
P250-single
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Shell
2012.
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in the Philippines, while welcome Shell
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FUEL streamers TECHNOLOGY and banners will be greeting visitors to Bulacan, Premium.
of 25-liters of fuel, or (b) a single purchase of 4-liters
Pampanga, The introduction La Union, of Pangasinan, Shell V-Power Baguio Nitro+ City, fuels Laguna, gasoline/engine
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oil or
Nitro+
1-liter
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motorcycle
is
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Lakbay
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generate
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said Pia
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Que-Ang,
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Shell
youth,
is programs an on-going at selected process. barangays Shell V-Power within Nitro+ Metro is Manila. the V-Power
Petron
Brand
will
Manager.
host a job fair for interested participants
During the Community Awareness Symposium, Petron sometime in August-September 2012.
Shell launches new generation of performance fuels
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Petron expands Lakbay Alalay
into year-round program
Shell V-Power Nitro+ fuels build on over 100 years of R&D
Gunther’s ever-reliable G-Class named
“Otto”, his companion since he began the
world tour, has already clocked in 800,000
kilometers—approximately 20 times the
length of the equator. Gunther and Otto have
shared many memorable journeys; especially
that he eats, sleeps, cooks, showers, and
practically does everything in his car.
START OF AN ADVENTURE
Gunther was a former manager of
Lufthansa Asia, and has probably flown in to
countless countries during his stint. However,
jet setting wasn’t enough for him.
It was in 1990 when Gunther and his
late wife Christine decided to crisscross the
African continent. Having travelled from the
northernmost tip of Algeria to South Africa
to Tanzania and everywhere in between,
both realized that they wanted to see the rest
of the world, too.
True enough, the husband and wife
team had gone from the southernmost tip
of America in Tierra del Fuego all the way
up to Canada and Alaska, crossed all the
way to Australia, and circled the Middle East
and Asia.
Unfortunately, Christine succumbed to
cancer in 2010, and Gunther continued his
tour with Otto alone since then.
GLOBETROTTING in his 1988 Mercedes-Benz
G-Class for the past 22 years, Gunther Holtorf
finally arrives in Philippine shores—the 199th
on his continuously growing list of countries in his
round-the-world journey.
MOTORING NEWS
German world-record traveller completes
Philippine tour in Mercedes-Benz G-Class
PHILIPPINE TOUR
Gunther stayed in the country from
April to May to complete the Philippine leg
of Otto’s Round-The-World Record Tour. His
tour of the Philippine archipelago started
towards the southern region, where he
hopped from island to island in Visayas and
Mindanao via a RORO (roll-on/roll-off).
The trip down south included visits to
famous tourist destinations like Mt. Apo,
Mt. Mayon, Taal Volcano, Bohol and Puerto
Galera. He also continued his tour to other
Mindanao provinces like Zamboanga,
Cotabato and even ARMM.
To wrap up his Philippine expedition,
Gunther drove Otto all the way up to
Northern Luzon, where he and Otto trekked
the Bontoc-Sagada-Banaue area and visited
other provinces in the region.
“I really enjoyed my stay in the
Philippines. Apart from the beautiful scenery
and the rich culture, what made my trip here
worthwhile is the warm hospitality of the
people I met along the way. The Filipinos are
very friendly and are always willing to lend a
hand. Now I know why ‘It’s more fun in the
Philippines’,” Gunther shares.
After the Philippine leg, Gunther is
planning to continue his Round-The-World
Record Tour in Japan.
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