Saturday, May 17, 2025

Shell Empowers Young Filipinos with Disaster Preparedness Through Innovative Board Game

Cagayan de Oro City and Batangas City, Philippines – Students in these cities are engaging in a unique learning experience that teaches them the importance of proper disaster response.  . "Master of Disaster" (MOD), an innovative board game developed by Asia Society for Social Improvement and Sustainable Transformation (ASSIST), is being utilized to equip the next generation with essential disaster preparedness knowledge and skills. MOD emphasizes the value of “bayanihan”, the Filipino spirit of communal unity and cooperation, by working together to support one another during simulated scenarios. 

Friday, May 16, 2025

FedEx Transforms Old Courier Uniforms into Sustainability-Inspired Gifts for Customers

Federal Express Corporation, one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, continued its collaboration with Mori Notes for the fifth year to upcycle retired courier uniforms into innovative gifts for customers. This initiative reflects FedEx’s commitment to environmental sustainability and community engagement.

Reducing waste and igniting creativity, 300 retired shirts were transformed into 200 versatile gadget pouches and 200 neck pillows.  This sustainable project promotes a circular economy, reduces textile waste, and provides customers with meaningful, sustainable gifts that reflect FedEx’s dedication to environmental stewardship.

Bossjob Makes Bold Campus Move at UP Fair 2025, Advocates for Inclusive Careers and Smarter Job Hunting

In a vibrant blend of music, youth, and meaningful advocacy, Bossjob, the Philippines’ leading AI-powered, chat-first recruitment platform, joined this year’s UP Fair 2025 not as a career expo participant—but as a lifestyle ally, brand champion, and changemaker.

Held from April 2 to 5, 2025, at the University of the Philippines - Diliman, UP Fair is one of the country’s biggest university-led events, with over 50,000 attendees across four days. For Bossjob, the opportunity to immerse in this energetic, cause-driven environment signaled more than a traditional brand activation—it was a statement of intent: to meet the next generation of talents where they are, with tools and support they can actually use.

From Your Toolbox to Your Travel Bag — Build Big, Win Bigger with Stanley!

Get ready to turn your passion for building into a passport for adventure! Stanley Tools proudly presents the Build & Explore Raffle Promo — your chance to win amazing dream vacations just by doing what you love most: building and creating!

For every ₱500 worth of Stanley Hand Tools purchased from participating hardware stores nationwide gives you a ticket to unforgettable destinations — and the adventure of a lifetime could be just a project away!

Incredible Prizes Up for Grabs:  

First Prize: A 3-night trip for two to the breathtaking city of Da Nang, Vietnam

Second Prize: A 2-night island escape for two to the serene Apo Island, Dumaguete

No Signs of Slowing Down: OMODA and JAECOO Philippines Opens Largest Local Dealership Yet in Pasig City

Center three from left: OMODA and JAECOO Philippines Country Director Marco Chen, Pasig City Mayor Victor Ma. Regis “Vico” Sotto, and Semicon Motors Trading Inc. owner Bernard Villalon led the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the newly opened OMODA & JAECOO Pasig Dealership.

Global automotive brand OMODA and JAECOO Motor Philippines is one dealership closer to accomplishing their countrywide expansion goal this year with the opening of their largest local dealership and showroom to date.  In partnership with  Semicon Motors Trading Inc., the 400-square-meter dealership located at the Semicon Corporate Building along Marcos Highway, Pasig City, will house the OMODA C5, OMODA E5, and JAECOO EJ6, virtual car tours, and a premium customer lounge.

Thursday, May 15, 2025

OMODA&JAECOO Flexes Leadership in Hybrid SUV Segment with J7 SHS, C7 SHS’ Cross-Country Super Hybrid Marathon

Hybrid SUVs JAECOO J7 SHS and OMODA C7 SHS accumulated 100,000 kilometers during the four-continent long-distance drive, exhibiting the unparalleled long range, high performance, and high safety capabilities of their built-in SHS technology.

OMODA&JAECOO Global along with invited participants at the JAECOO J7 SHS Super Hybrid Marathon in Mexico

Rising car brand OMODA&JAECOO’s first-of-its-kind Super Hybrid System (SHS) technology flexed its long range, high performance, and high safety capabilities during the recently concluded Super Hybrid Marathon across more than ten countries. Engineered with the brand’s unique automotive technology, the JAECOO J7 SHS and OMODA C7 SHS accumulated a combined distance of 100,000 kilometers during the cross-country marathon, cementing OMODA&JAECOO’s leadership in global new energy, hybrid mobility.

The SHS is the latest automotive innovation developed by OMODA&JAECOO’s parent company. The newest engine technology is born from the parent company’s Global Hybrid Technology Standard Declaration and Open-Source Initiative, which demonstrates its resolve to lead the industry's safety evolution. The same technology is expected to power OMODA&JAECOO’s future hybrid lineup. In the Philippines, JAECOO’s J7 SHS is the first model built with this new technology, boasting the smoothest turbo-charged powertrain in the local hybrid SUV segment.

To achieve long-range high performance, the SHS technology pairs a 1.5T GDI turbo-charged direct-injection engine with a DHT hybrid transmission. When these components work together, they can generate a combined power of 342  HP, a combined torque of 525 Nm, 44.5% thermal efficiency, and 98.5% electric drive efficiency. The powertrain also efficiently uses its fuel and electric power sources by harnessing regenerative braking and optimized power distribution.

The SHS powertrain also keeps drivers and passengers safe on the road. Its comprehensive battery protection system demonstrates exceptional heat resistance, impact resistance, and waterproofing, ensuring stability amid extreme conditions. Its ultra-high electrical safety control capability also stands out in its class, particularly its 2-millisecond power cutoff function in post-collision scenarios, which prevents thermal runaway. Thanks to these safety mechanisms,  JAECOO J7 SHS earned a global five-star safety rating from the European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP). The OMODA C7 SHS is also built with the same five-star safety mechanisms.

JAECOO J7 SHS and OMODA C7 SHS Excel at Super Hybrid Marathon

From freezing cold to scorching heat and from high altitudes to rainforests, the JAECOO J7 SHS and OMODA C7 SHS withstood extreme challenges during the Super Hybrid Marathon that spanned and was participated by more than ten countries to test and prove the capabilities of the Super Hybrid System engine beyond theoretical parameters. The concluded marathon was one of the activities during OMODA&JAECOO’s 2025 Summer Business Summit. 

JAECOO J7 SHS, the brand’s first hybrid model, underwent the Super Hybrid Marathon in April this year in the Philippines, Mexico, Thailand, Brazil, and other markets. The cross-country marathon tested the JAECOO J7 SHS’ ability to navigate various terrains, including gravel, mud, rivers, and grasslands.  During the Mexican leg of the marathon, the model set a new global Super Hybrid Marathon record after it achieved a combined range of 1,613.1 km. This beat the record set in the Philippines, where the model drove 1,488.8 km during its Automobile Association Philippines Verification Test in January 2025.  The marathon in Thailand consumed just 3.1 liters of fuel for every 100 km – a testament to the model’s fuel efficiency and stamina in long-haul trips. Lastly, the Brazilian leg of the marathon praised the JAECOO J7 SHS for its outstanding performance while in pure electric mode and quiet driving experience.

JAECOO J7 SHS at Super Hybrid Marathon

Meanwhile, the OMODA C7 SHS drove a marathon from Shanghai to Wuhu and travelled on various road conditions, such as urban and rural roads and rainy nights. During the marathon, the model drove as far as 1,457 km on a single tank while in hybrid mode. It also boasts a pure electric range of 121.1 km and a fuel consumption of 4.4L/100km, validating its status as a reliable and powerful sustainable mobility solution. These records are particularly promising after the OMODA C7 SHS’ debut at the Auto Shanghai 2025 Showcase, proving that its innovative features make it a potential leader in the hybrid SUV segment.

OMODA C7 SHS at Super Hybrid Marathon

“Behind the achievements of our New Energy Vehicles lies OMODA&JAECOO’s relentless pursuit of innovation to innovate sustainable and safe mobility solutions,” said OMODA&JAECOO in a statement. “OMODA&JAECOO’s Super Hybrid System-powered vehicles are built to thrive in diverse real-world conditions. Today, OMODA&JAECOO is redefining new energy safety standards with its Super Hybrid System, becoming a trusted companion for global users exploring the world.”

The JAECOO J7 SHS and OMODA C7 SHS will be available in the Philippines soon. Interested buyers may inquire at the brand’s dealerships in Pasig City, Sta. Rosa City, Laguna, and Cebu City. OMODA&JAECOO also teamed up with dealers Autoflare Corporation and Carlux Holdings to open new showrooms in Alabang, Muntinlupa City, and Tagum City in Davao del Norte. These are located at A-301 Westgate Center, Commerce Ave, Muntinlupa, Metro Manila; and Carlux Premium Holdings Opc, Tiresmart Bldg., Tionko Ave. Cor Araullo St., Brgy. 10-a Pob., Davao City. 

For more details, visit OMODA&JAECOO’s official website and follow their social media accounts: Facebook (Omoda & Jaecoo Philippines), Instagram (@omoda.philippines and @jaecoo.philippines), and TikTok (@omodaph).

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Chevron Backs AmCham’s 11th ScholaCOLORun to Support Scholars

Chevron employees ran in this year's AmCham ScholaCOLORun at the CCP Complex in Pasay City, showcasing their commitment to health, teamwork, and community spirit.

Chevron, one of the Philippines’ oldest and largest multinational brands, reaffirmed its dedication to education by returning as a platinum sponsor of the American Chamber Foundation Philippines, Inc.’s (AmCham) 11th ScholaCOLORun. This annual fun run raises scholarship funds for underprivileged Filipino students, providing them with tuition support, allowances, and career development opportunities.