Castrol PH gears up for fourth ‘Partner for Life’ program

WITH some 1.14 million motorcycles reported sold in 2016, the Philippines is now the second largest market for motorcycles in Southeast Asia behind Indonesia.* As motorcycles have increasingly become a preferred mode of transportation for conditions, the need for more quali mechanics has come to light. In response to this need, Castrol Philippines launched the Partner program for two-wheeler mechanics in 2013. Designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of mechanics across the country, Castrol’s Partner for Life program has, over the last four years, mentored some 7,000 mechanics from different regions and provinces.

As part of the annual program, outstanding mechanics are given recognition. This year, Castrol’s

program will honor a fourth set of deserving Filipino motorcycle technicians on November 27 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City.

“As a brand committed to safer rides and road safety, we feel we have a big role to play in upgrading the skills of our motorcycle mechanics,” said Maria Tañada, Castrol Philippines country sales director.”

This year, the Philippines was also selected to join the Castrol Asia Pacific Mechanic Contest being held in Thailand from November 8 to 10.

A total of 77,000 mechanics took part in the preliminary rounds held across six countries—Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, India, and the Philippines.

The Philippine representatives are the Castrol 2016 Champion Mechanics Team comprising of Roel Ian Bustaleño, Joy Cabras, Joveryl Nesperos, and Jackson Li, all from LKK Motor Parts in Davao.