2019 Castrol Super Mechanics Contest Grand Champions

• Batangueño Motorcycle Mechanics Crowned as the 2019 Castrol Super Mechanics Contest Grand Champions

Castrol Philippines recently concluded its 2019 Castrol Academy – Partner for Life program with the finale Castrol Super Mechanics Contest at the Mall of Asia Music Hall in Pasay City, naming mechanics of MC Motorparts of Batangas City as the 2019 Castrol Super Mechanics.

Mechanics Rall Magnaye, Alvin Camitan, Allan Lucero, and shop owner Arlenito Evero, are the Grand Champions of this year’s Partner for Life Bikes Super Mechanic contest, claiming victory over 8 teams across the country. The Grand prize for the winners are four Castrol-branded motorcycles, one for each team member.

“It brings us much excitement to crown the mechanics of MC Motorparts as the 2019 Grand Champions. The winners, who have undertaken a transformative journey to develop their skills, have exhibited outstanding performance in the final event,” said Maria Tañada, Country Sales Director, Castrol Philippines.

“We congratulate both the winners and all participants for their immense dedication to their craft, and for helping set a higher standard for motorcycle mechanics in the country,” she added.

The 2019 Castrol Academy – Partner for Life National Final Event concludes Castrol’s annual search for the most talented Filipino motorcycle mechanics. Since it began in 2014, the advocacy program has engaged motorcycle mechanics nationwide to improve their skills, knowledge, and expertise around two-wheeler mechanics and new technologies. This year’s program focused and tested mechanic’s learnings on Advanced EFI training and Motorcycle Engine Repairs and Leakage troubleshooting, held in partnership with Pioneer Adhesives Inc.

“The teams in this year’s Partner for Life program have shown impressive application of their learnings, as seen in the regional and national competitions. This motivates us at Castrol, to continuously improve our programs and training modules to ensure that mechanics are not only equipped with the best knowledge available but are also able to provide excellent service for their customers,” said Tañada.

To learn more about Castrol and its Partner for Life program, visit www.facebook.com/castrolridersphilippines.

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Castrol, one of the world’s leading lubricant brands, has a proud heritage of innovation and fueling the dreams of pioneers. Our passion for performance, combined with a philosophy of working in partnership with manufacturers, has enabled Castrol to develop lubricants and greases that have been at the heart of numerous technological feats on land, air and sea for over 100 years.

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In the motorcycle lubricant industry, Castrol POWER1 and Castrol ACTIV are our leading brands:

• Castrol Activ is uniquely formulated with Actibond™ molecules that cling to the engine to provide 3 Step Protection: through start-up, while engine is running and when the engine is off; providing continuous protection to your motorbike/ scooter from stressful everyday commute.

• Castrol POWER1 with Power Release Technology™ is an advanced, premium quality engine oil with synthetic technology, designed specifically for bikers who love the exhilaration of riding. It is tested and proven to deliver superior acceleration at the twist of the throttle as it optimizes friction in the clutch and reduces internal engine losses due to friction.

For more information on Castrol and its Partner for Life programme, visit www.facebook.com/castrolridersphilippines or call (02) 8884 1478.