AVT Navigation Systems at Manila International Auto Show; special 50%-off promo

Road-trippers will have the opportunity to avail of a special 50%-off promo on a portable GPS navigation device, the AVT Navigator P900, at the Manila International Auto Show to be held from April 7-10, 2011 at the World Trade Center Complex in Roxas Boulevard, Manila.

The AVT Navigator was introduced in the Philippines in early 2009, the first-ever portable GPS navigation system with extensive local support for updated maps of Metro Manila and the country’s key cities and major travel destinations. Since its first launch with the AVT Navigator A800, the product range has expanded to include the upgraded AVT Navigator A820 and the AVT Navigator P900, as well as the latest models AVT Navigator PN301, AVT Navigator PN401, and AVT Navigator PN501 with Bluetooth function.

All AVT Navigator devices feature a high-resolution color touch-screen, SD card slot, multi-media functionality, and voice-prompt technology. Extremely portable, the AVT Navigator range can be set-up in any car in minutes. Users can add favorite locations and set their home location so it’s easy to get back from unfamiliar places.

The strength of all AVT Navigator products is the strong local support provided by iNav, a company dedicated to updating and verifying the accuracy of local maps. Comprehensive iNav map coverage now includes over 100,000 points of interest and close to 100% of road networks for Metro Manila, as well as updated maps for over 200 key cities and municipalities in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. The latest iNav upgrade incorporates the unique junction view, which provides a street-level depiction of critical waypoints. For Metro Manila, users can now input house or building numbers for more accurate route information.
During the Manila International Auto Show, visitors to the AVT booth will be able to purchase the AVT Navigator P900 for only P9,000, marked down by 50% from the original SRP of P18,000. BPI cardholders who avail of the zero-installment plan will enjoy an additional discount. The special discounted price is only applicable to MIAS purchases, and is good while supply lasts.

As a mark of approval, BPI has chosen the AVT Navigator for its Free GPS Promo, where qualified brand-new personal vehicles financed by BPI Family Auto Loan receive a free AVT Navigator PN301. AVT navigation devices have also received the thumbs-up from leading local car manufacturers, and are factory-installed as OE (original equipment) for certain high-end models.

AVT (which stands for Audio-Video Technology) specializes in premium audio-visual entertainment systems for mobile applications. In addition to navigation systems, the company will soon be launching a range of mobile tracking devices for vehicle and personal security. AVT offers a wide range of in-car mobile electronics, including display monitors, DVD players, digital and analog terrestrial receivers, sound processor/high-power amplifiers, specialist speakers, and AV controllers and accessories to suit all types of in-vehicle installations. For the mobile entertainment market, it also carries all-in-one LCD DVD players in various screen sizes to meet every budget and application. Aside from consumer products which retail in car dealer accessories shops, AVT is also an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) for many of the country’s leading car brands. iNAV is a subsidiary company dedicated to providing mapping support exclusively for AVT navigation devices.

Petron EnerTripid promotes fuel savings and road safety

Petron Corporation is coming out with a series of quick and catchy reminders for the motoring public as part of its Petron EnerTripid campaign, a public information advocacy for fuel efficient driving and road safety. These fuel conservation tips have become more relevant in the light of high oil prices.

Petron EnerTripid educates motorists on how to optimize their resources and get the most value from their fuel expenses. Some Petron EnerTripid tips that can help us save on fuel consumption are:

1. Beating the red light consumes more gas. We tend to accelerate as we approach an intersection, particularly when trying to avoid getting caught at a stop light. More often than not, this effort is futile and just wastes gas.

2. Don’t go heavy on the pedal. To save gas, step lightly on the pedal. A heavy foot on the accelerator is not only a gas-guzzler, it can also produce an uncomfortable, jerky ride with short bursts of speed and constant braking. Save yourself and your passengers from a high-stress ride, keep your foot light on the pedal.

3. Life is not a race. To save gas, maintain a steady pace. Even race drivers know that a smooth drive is also a fast drive. Maintaining a constant speed at the recommended speed limit is often the quickest way to get to your destination. Enjoy the drive.

4. The longer you stay in low gear, the more gas you spend. Shift up to save gas. Be a mindful driver and take note of your engine rpm. Shift up at the earliest possible time, not only to save gas but also to keep your engine running at the most efficient gear.

5. Maintain the recommended tire pressure. Studies have shown that under-inflated tires result in higher gas consumption. Make sure to have your tire pressure checked each time you gas up.

6. Plan ahead and combine several trips into one. Each time you start your car from a cold start consumes more fuel. Instead of running several short trips, try to schedule all your errands into one longer trip to save gas.

7. Giving your car a regular tune-up saves gas. Follow your vehicle’s recommended service maintenance schedule to keep it in tip-top shape. A well-tuned vehicle is more fuel-efficient than a run-down one.

The Petron EnerTripid campaign is a fuel conservation advocacy in cooperation with the Department of Energy, and consists of a series of radio plugs and newspaper ads containing different energy saving tips.

German expert to conduct Liqui Moly service workshops and car club day

European Advanced Technik Corporation, the exclusive Philippine distributor of German automotive brands Liqui Moly and Varta, has announced that a German technical expert will be conducting a series of Liqui Moly service workshops on March 31 to April 1, 2011, and a car club day on April 2, 2011.

Flying in from Germany to share his expertise is Steffen Niemietz, a technical application engineer from Liqui Moly’s R&D. Niemietz, was part of the development team of the Mercedes Benz “Smart” car, and was intimately involved from the prototype phase to road-testing. He was a member of the “Smart” task force deployed worldwide to address problems on-site. Starting out as a master craftsman, Niemietz also has extensive experience in all aspects of service workshop operations. He is currently one of nine full-time trainers with Liqui Moly’s Technical R&D department.

Liqui Moly holds the patent for the production of molybdenum disulphide, a chemical additive that improves the lubricating ability of engine oil and lengthens the life of the engine. Liqui Moly now has a range of over 4,000 products including engine and gear oils, additives and vehicle care products, workshop equipment and service parts. It is the market leader for additives in Germany, and is sold in more than 90 countries worldwide. All Liqui Moly products are manufactured in a single plant in Germany, for consistent quality control.

In the Liqui Moly Service Workshops, Niemietz will show how the use of high-quality products can positively impact service operations and ensure customer satisfaction. In the face of competition, the most successful service workshop is usually the one perceived by clients as offering the best value-for-money, not the cheapest products or services. The Liqui Moly Service Workshops are open to car dealers, independent workshops, service managers, and other interested automotive workers. These will be held on March 31 and April 1, 2011, at White Space in Makati City. Attendance is free of charge; reserve your slot by sending an email to service.eatc@gmail.com.

Niemietz will also be available for more informal discussions with car enthusiasts at the Liqui Moly Car Club Day to be held on April 2, 2011, at the Ortigas Home Depot parking lot at Julio Vargas Ave. in Pasig City. Car owners and motoring enthusiasts who want to learn about the latest European car care products and trends are welcome to drop in from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Car club members may get tickets from their club officers, or email service.eatc@gmail.com. There will be hourly raffle draws as well as a Grand Raffle Draw to all attendees.

European Advanced Technik Corporation (EATC) is the exclusive Philippine distributor of Liqui Moly motor oils, additives and car care products. It also distributes another German brand, Varta automotive batteries.

ArtPetron wins Anvil Awards of Excellence

ArtPetron, the national student art competition of oil industry leader Petron Corporation was recognized in the 46th Anvil Awards held last 18 February 2011 at the Edsa Shangri-la Hotel.

ArtPetron 10, with the theme Alay sa Natatanging Pamayanan, received Excellence Awards in the Special Publications and External Publications categories, recognizing the ArtPetron 10 collaterals as well as the ArtPetron Folio 2010 Celebration Issue, respectively.

ArtPetron seeks to promote Philippine art, culture, tradition and values among the youth, through an annual painting and photography contest open to students enrolled in regular college or university programs, or in a museum-based or private tutorial art or photography course.

Over the years, ArtPetron has received numerous Anvil Awards, endorsing the project’s ideals of reaching out and nurturing young Filipino artists. Since 2001, when ArtPetron first won a Bronze Award of Excellence, the program has earned a total of 20 Anvil Excellence Awards and 10 Anvil Merit Awards.

The Anvil is an award given by the Public Relations Society of the Philippines (PRSP), as a symbol of the highest level of excellence in the practice of public relations in the Philippines. Its multi-sectoral jury chooses winners that reflect and promote public interest, good values, and real public service.

Cetane boosters optimize performance of Petron Turbo Diesel

Petron, the country’s leading oil company, is making its mark as a fuel innovator with the introduction of specially formulated fuels, such as the new Petron Turbo Diesel.

A high-performance diesel designed to deliver that optimum driving experience, Petron Turbo Diesel contains a technologically-advanced cetane booster, resulting in a cetane number higher than other diesel fuels in the market.

According to Wikipedia, “Cetane number or CN is a measurement of the combustion quality of diesel fuel during compression ignition. It is a significant expression of diesel fuel quality…”

A high cetane number indicates that the diesel fuel has a shorter ignition delay from the start of injection to start of combustion. It causes lower rates of pressure rise and lower peak pressures, thus lessening combustion noise and vibration, and resulting in increased efficiency. The cetane boosters in Petron Turbo Diesel ensure better ignition quality for quicker engine start-up, improved fuel economy and reduced exhaust emissions.

Petron Turbo Diesel also contains a robust multifunctional detergent additive that delivers non-stop cleaning action. This keeps the fuel system and the engine clean by preventing residue build-up and removing deposits and contaminants.

A premium organic combustion enhancer that promotes more efficient and complete combustion is part of the special formulation of Petron Turbo Diesel. This unique fuel conditioner crates a catalytic reaction that enables more oxygen to combine with carbon molecules to produce a more complete fuel burn, thus generating more power and faster acceleration.

With its enhanced and advanced additive technology, Petron Turbo Diesel offers motorists a high-performance diesel fuel that delivers the following benefits: Superior acceleration and performance, reduction of engine noise and ignition delay, cleaning of fuel injectors, protection against engine corrosion, improvement of cold start performance, and reduction of exhaust emissions.

Petron Turbo Diesel is the ideal fuel for high-end vehicles with common rail direct injection (CRDI) diesel engines, as its multi-additive formulation has been customized to deliver extraordinary diesel engine performance and a more enjoyable driving experience. At the same time, older diesel engine types can benefit from its detergent and combustion-enhancing properties, for more optimized performance.

Following its highly-successful launch at a few service stations in mid-2010, Petron Turbo Diesel is now more widely available in select Petron service stations nationwide.

Petron Corporation is the largest oil refining and marketing company in the Philippines. Its oil refinery produces a full range of petroleum products to supply nearly 40% of the country’s total fuel requirements. Through more than 1,500 service stations nationwide -- the largest service station network in the country -- Petron retails gasoline, diesel and kerosene to motorists. Petron will continue to be at the forefront of product innovations aimed at giving the motoring public environment-friendly fuels that provide more value for money.

Petron Gasul

“Ang Segurista, Petron Gasulista!”
Petron Gasul guarantees quality and safety


Many of us take our kitchen LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) supply for granted; but home safety considerations should make us pay more attention to the quality of our cooking LPG. This is the essence of the new slogan Ang Segurista, Petron Gasulista, which highlights the essential safety, quality and authenticity features of the trusted Petron Gasul brand.

Sub-standard or illegally refilled LPG cylinders may be marginally cheaper but sacrifice safety standards, which could lead to accidents and the loss of lives and property. Unscrupulous suppliers may also skimp on the LPG cylinder’s fuel content, loading less than the claimed weight. And, most importantly, there is the issue of LPG quality, which can be detected through the quality of the flame produced.

Petron Gasul cylinders are manufactured to meet stringent safety standards including wall thickness, weld integrity and valve fitting. This ensures that the highly-combustible gas is safely contained in the LPG tank and poses no danger to your family.

LPG is sold by weight, with prices fluctuating on a per kilogram basis depending on world market prices. As ordinary consumers, a reliable brand like Petron Gasul gives us the assurance that we are indeed getting the correct amount of LPG that we pay for.

Poor-quality LPG produces a smoky yellowish flame that coats our pots and pans with black soot. Because of the lower burning temperature of the flame, this means higher consumption of LPG. Petron Gasul produces a clean-burning true-blue flame that is more economical while keeping your kitchen smoke-free and your pots and pans clean.

Protect your home and family. Ensure that the LPG you use in your home is safe, authentic, filled to the correct weight, and produces a true-blue flame. For your peace of mind, choose the laser-sealed Petron Gasul, the reliable partner of millions of Filipino households.

ArtPetron 10 exhibit at the 2011 Philippine International Guitar Festival and Competition


ArtPetron 10 exhibit at the 2011 Philippine International Guitar Festival and Competition. Winners of the ArtPetron 10 student art competition were displayed at the recently-concluded 2011 Philippine International Guitar Festival & Competition, held at the Cultural Center of the Philippines last January 27-30, 2011. Billed as the biggest event in Philippine guitar history, the festival featured world-class guitar performers from the United States, Europe and Asia.

ArtPetron 10, themed Alay sa Natatanging Pamayanan, featured Petron’s involvement in the communities and its dynamic partnerships with local folk in uplifting their quality of life. The ArtPetron National Student Art Competition is a painting and photography contest open to all college students. It is Petron’s advocacy with the Filipino youth, and is also an expression of the oil company’s long-standing support for the preservation, appreciation and rediscovery of Philippine arts, culture, values and traditions.

Scooters and other gear up for grabs in 
Bumili at Manalo sa Petron Sprint 4T promo


Kicking off 2011 with a bang, motorcyclists will have a chance to win motorcycle gear and scooters through the Bumili at Manalo sa Petron Sprint 4T promo which runs from January 10 to April 30, 2011, and is available at participating Petron Car Care Center shops and Petron service stations in Metro Manila.

Every purchase of one liter of Petron Sprint 4T motorcycle oil at any participating service station entitles the customer to one raffle coupon. There will be two monthly draws to be held on February 28 and March 29, 2011, for which the following prizes will be drawn: one winner of a Kawasaki scooter and 1-liter of Petron Sprint 4T; and ten winners of a special edition Sprint helmets and 1-liter of Petron Sprint 4T.

For the grand raffle draw, to be held on May 3, 2011, the grand prize winner will receive a Kawasaki KSR 110, a set of motorcycle gear (helmet, jacket, elbow and knee pads) and 4-liters of Petron Sprint 4T. Ten winners will also get a special edition Sprint helmet and 1-liter of Petron Sprint 4T.

Petron Sprint 4T motorcycle oil comes in three variants to meet the different performance requirements of four-stroke motorcycles operating under moderate to severe driving conditions. These are the top-of-the-line Sprint 4T Enduro for the racing experience; Sprint 4T Rider for riding dependability; and Sprint 4T Extra for reliable performance.

Petron Sprint 4T motorcycle oils meet and even exceed the quality requirements of the American Petroleum Institute (API) and Japanese Automobile Standards Organization (JASO), and the viscosity parameters set by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE). As such, the new Petron Sprint 4T oils will not easily thin out even on higher engine operating temperatures typically experienced in severe driving conditions such as high passenger load, heavy traffic, and very rough terrain.

2nd Petron Sprint 4T Endurance & Economy Run open for entries

Motorcycle enthusiasts who want to test their mettle are invited to compete in the 2nd Petron Sprint 4T Endurance & Economy Run, scheduled for 05 February 2011. Open to all types of four-stroke motorcycles, the event requires competitors to travel a distance of 750-kilometers with the most economical fuel consumption at the most reasonable time, while adhering to public riding safety rules and regulations.

The 2nd Petron Sprint 4T Endurance & Economy Run will group participants into eight categories based on engine displacement. These are Class 1: 100 -115cc; Class 2: 116-125cc; Class 3: 126-150cc; Class 4: 151- 250cc; Class 5: 251-599cc; Class 6: 600-750cc; Class 7: 751-1000cc; and Class 8: over 1001cc.

Taking off from Petron-Diego Silang, the 750km route will proceed to Valenzuela, Bulacan and take McArthur Highway through the provinces of Pampanga, Bataan, Zambales, Pangasinan, Nueva Ecija, Benguet and Mountain Province, ending at the Petron service station in Kisad, Baguio City. Nineteen Petron service stations along the route have been designated as official filling stations and checkpoints to verify that the participants followed the correct route and prescribed speed.

To enter the 2nd Petron Sprint 4T Endurance & Economy Run, a participant is required to purchase 5 liters of Petron Sprint 4T motorcycle oils and P1,000 worth of Petron fuels from 01 December 2010 to 04 February 2011. Qualified entries are required to show proof of purchase, drivers license with restriction 1, and the motorcycle’s OR/CR. Safety gear is also mandatory during the run.

Three hundred slots have been allocated for the event, which is open to scooters, underbones and big bikes. The top 3 finishers for each class (lowest demerits based on prescribed speed and time, and most economical fuel consumption) will receive trophies, cash prizes, Certificates of Accomplishment, and t-shirt. The top 10 finishers in each class will receive a Petron Sprint 4T vest. The awarding ceremonies will be held at 11:oo am on 06 February 2011, at the Prince Hotel in Baguio City.

Petron Sprint 4T motorcycle oil comes in three variants to meet the different performance requirements of four-stroke motorcycles operating under moderate to severe driving conditions. These are the top-of-the-line Sprint 4T Enduro for the racing experience; Sprint 4T Rider for riding dependability; and Sprint 4T Extra for reliable performance.

Petron Sprint 4T motorcycle oils meet and even exceed the quality requirements of the American Petroleum Institute (API) and Japanese Automobile Standards Organization (JASO), and the viscosity parameters set by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE). As such, the new Petron Sprint 4T oils will not easily thin out even on higher engine operating temperatures typically experienced in severe driving conditions such as high passenger load, heavy traffic, and very rough terrain.

Petron Lubricants Offer 2011 Calendar Collection


Ringing in the New Year, the country’s leading oil company offers its 2011 Petron Calendar Collection featuring hot cars and hot babes.  Buyers of Petron lubricant products can avail of these collectible calendars at selected Petron sales center outlets and Petron car care centers.  The 2011 Petron Calendar Collection is available in three different versions, featuring Petron Ultron, Petron Rev X, and Petron Sprint 4T lubricants.

Petron offers a full range of lubricant products for various vehicle requirements.  For gasoline engines, the Petron Ultron range of multi-grade oils are specially formulated to ensure anti-wear protection and thermal stability.  Petron Rev X is the brand of premium engine oils designed for diesel engines, and is available in several variants to meet diverse operating conditions.  For the fast-growing motorcycle market, Petron Sprint 4T motorcycle oils contain an essential thermal control system specially designed to meet the requirements of four-stroke motorcycles.

Petron operates a world-class lube oil blending plant at its Pandacan Terminal, where it manufactures a wide range of lubricant products.   This blending facility is recognized as one of the best in the region, producing consistently high-quality products designed to meet international specifications.

Petron Corporation is the largest oil refining and marketing company in the Philippines.