Globe debuts zero-emission BYD EV, Gogoro Smartscooters via raffle
Globe gave its customers a chance to make their dream drives come true while making a difference for the environment through its G Chance the Raffle — offering the soon-to-be-launched BYD Dolphin Pure EV and the Gogoro Smartscooters as its top raffle prizes.
BYD Dolphin Pure EV, distributed by AC Motors of Ayala Corp., is a 5-seater electric vehicle that runs on a 70-kW (95 horsepower) electric motor with 180 Nm torque, powered by a 44.9-kWh lithium-ion iron phosphate battery. The car’s compact hatchback form can comfortably handle out-of-town trips with no noise or vibrations, high levels of safety, and zero emissions — allowing Mother Earth to breathe better.
Gogoro Smartscooters, on the other hand, are two-wheeled rides supported by convenient and cost-efficient battery-swapping technology — powered through “GoStations,” where users can conveniently swap depleted batteries for fully charged ones in as quick as just six seconds.
Officially launching in the fourth quarter of this year, these scooters are being brought to the country through the official teaming up of Globe’s 917Ventures, the Ayala Corporation, and Gogoro Taiwan in a concerted effort to bring cleaner transportation options.
One BYD Dolphin Pure EV and three Gogoro Smartscooters were up for grabs in this year’s G Chance the Raffle, won by lucky subscribers Ysabel Ubana, Mario Acab, Jr., Eiryll Nynnya Ang, and Michale John Ilagan.
Nescafé’s Kape’t Bisig program to raise the next generation of coffee farmers
Last Coffee Month, Nescafé launched Kape’t Bisig sa Pagbangon, a program to foster enthusiasm for agriculture among the youth. The program intends to assist coffee farmers achieve their goal of providing higher education to their children through a PHP10M educational assistance fund. The program also features the Kape’t Bisig Music Challenge, a social media campaign that calls on a public outpouring of support for Filipino coffee farmers and spur interest in agriculture among young Filipinos.
Nescafé Kape’t Bisig has partnered with three universities in Mindanao, Sultan Kudarat State University, Central Mindanao University, and University of Southern Mindanao to identify beneficiary students, prioritizing children of farmers in agriculture-related courses. Kape’t Bisig will grant 400 students with PHP 25,000 each to fund their academic requirements.
The Nescafé Plan has succeeded in demonstrating the profitability of coffee farming based on the results of the 3-year pilot of Project Coffee+, its capacity-building program with GIZ that aims to transform smallholder farmers in Mindanao into agripreneurs. Under Project Coffee+, an average increase of 300% in yield and profit was achieved among the first set of 1,500 farmers who were trained in entrepreneurship and regenerative agriculture. Eighty-six percent of beneficiary farmers have crossed the poverty threshold since joining Project Coffee+ in 2018.
Throughout October, audiences also rallied to celebrate and support farmers by joining NESCAF퉒s Kape’t Bisig music challenge on Tiktok and Facebook which has generated over a million engagements from young netizens on Facebook and Tiktok.
Brother Philippines’ Brigada Eskwela comeback
Brother Philippines, the leading provider of printing, imaging, and labeling solutions, in partnership with the Philippine Business for Social Progress (PBSP), successfully carried out this year’s Brigada Eskwela last August 12, at Iñigan Elementary School in Rodriguez, Rizal.
The event marks the 11th consecutive year of Brother Philippines’ partnership with the PBSP to support this local educational institution.
Brigada Eskwela is an initiative that aims to enhance the readiness of public schools for the opening of the school year. It brings together volunteers from various organizations to help improve the facilities and provide essential resources for students and teachers.
Over the past 11 years, Brother Philippines and PBSP have been steadfast supporters of Iñigan Elementary School, delivering tangible benefits to the school and its community. This aligns with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly focusing on the 4th SDG of Quality Education by being dedicated to creating opportunities for the students of Iñigan Elementary School.
With over a decade of partnership efforts, Brother and PBSP have been able to provide essential school supplies and materials to students, contributing to their learning experience. This also hit the UN’s 17th SDG or Partnership for the Goals.
SAFC fuels community spirit through sports excellence in Pasig City
SAFC, one of the leading and fast-growing non-bank financial institutions in the Philippines, proudly announces its engagement with the volleyball leagues in Pasig City as part of its 20th-anniversary celebration. This initiative is a cornerstone of SAFC Heroes, the Corporate Social Responsibility arm of the company. Life Heroes, one of the Heroes’ Champions, is dedicated to promoting health and wellness among employees and the wider community.
SAFC has joined hands with Pasig City councilor Maro Martires and Mayor Vico Sotto for a series of one-day sports leagues across eight barangays. The event focuses on fostering sportsmanship among young women and men, showcasing SAFC’s unwavering support for Pasig LGU’s endeavors in championing sports development, especially within the dynamic young community.
The one-day volleyball league stands as a transformative event, uniting athletes and aspiring talents from the community. SAFC remains steadfast in its dedication to supporting sports development in the Philippines, believing that events like these play a crucial role in promoting a healthy and active lifestyle, particularly among the youth.
Honda ownership experience enhanced with Honda CONNECT
Honda Cars Philippines (HCPI) officially launched the Honda CONNECT along with the All-New Honda CR-V last September 13. It is the brand’s take towards connected services in the automotive industry, coming in the form of a smartphone application. It offers customers a full package of safety, security, and convenience, all while enhancing their ownership experience.
In the All-New CR-V, Honda CONNECT is a telematics-based (TCU) technology that connects the phone of the Honda owner with their car, offering a multitude of features such as Automatic Collision Detection, Security Alarm, Remote Diagnostic Support, Speed Alert, Geofencing, Vehicle Dashboard Information, Remote Vehicle Control, and Find My Car. All these TCU features are available on the Honda CONNECT with the All-New Honda CR-V and is being offered with a free three-year subscription.
Honda CONNECT users are also assured of peace of mind with any personal data collected, as these are processed with top confidentiality in mind and in accordance with data privacy laws. The app is also designed for easy installation and setup. With a few simple steps, you can connect your smartphone to your Honda, without the need for additional hardware or a hefty price tag. With Honda CONNECT, Honda is moving towards its global dream of zero traffic collision fatalities involving Honda vehicles and Safety for Everyone.
Aji-Ginisa leads the I Love Veggie-licious Movement
Aji-Ginisa prepared a day of health and fun for kids and their parents at the Aji-Ginisa®’s Welcome to a New Veggie-licious Era, held recently at The Blue Leaf McKinley Hill in Taguig. The event served as the official launch of the I Love Veggie-licious Movement, which aims to make vegetable dishes tastier and more enjoyable, especially for kids. Well-loved celebrity mom Marian Rivera-Dantes headlined the festivities, showing off their family’s favorite vegetable recipes in a special cooking demo.
Ajinomoto is bringing the I Love Veggie-licious Movement nationwide, bringing the Aji-Ginisa® Veggie-licious Caravan to different schools to carry out taste tests, veg-ucation programs, and more. The Caravan will also roll out in key malls across the metro to introduce delicious veggie dishes kids will enjoy.
The I Love Veggie-licious Movement is a part of Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation’s commitment to nutrition that does not compromise taste, access, and the local way of life. The company is doing this by developing comprehensive programs with like-minded organizations, and providing new products and services that address health and nutrition issues.
Payo launches new E-commerce logistics app
Payo, the leading E-commerce enabler in the Philippines, launches its first logistics mobile application, providing merchants with a more innovative and convenient way to manage their businesses online.
Payo has bridged countless merchants locally and internationally to reach Filipino audiences nationwide. From storage and packaging to order fulfillment and more, the company leverages technology to provide seamless operations management for merchants and a smooth consumer journey for customers.
Among the key features of the Payo app is self-onboarding, which allows new merchants to register, activate their account, and create orders all by themselves. They also have the option to Book a Call with a Payo business development manager who can assist them with the onboarding.
Merchants can keep better track of their income using the Sales Tracking function of the Payo app. This dashboard shows the Total Cash Collected, Total Sales made, and Revenue earned.
The Payo app also lets business owners create orders through its Ordering feature.
Other notable features available in Payo’s app include Shipbill Tracking to help merchants track shipments, and the Notification Bell to alert them of changes to the status of orders in real time. A downloadable copy of their Statement of Account can also be viewed from the app.
Toyota partners with LGUs for free community shuttle
Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation has partnered with the city government of Santa Rosa and city government of Pasay for the Toyota Community Shuttle (TCS) — a free on-demand, shared transportation service, which will be delivered via digital interface.
Under separate agreements, TMP is providing each city government with a fleet of five (5) brand-new and airconditioned Toyota Lite Ace units that will run on flexible routes within city boundaries.
The TCS is set to provide free rides for a year starting December 1 in Santa Rosa City and December 2 in Pasay City.
The booking service for TCS will be delivered through the ‘myToyota Shuttle PH’ application – one of the flagship mobility solutions of TMP’s mobility service arm, Toyota Mobility Solutions Philippines, Inc. (TMSPH).
The ‘myTOYOTA Shuttle PH’ allows an efficient on-demand shuttle management that optimizes route planning and seat booking. Through a downloadable mobile application, commuters can easily book their rides using a personal device, monitor the real-time location, and check the arrival time of the TCS unit.
Santa Rosa City is identified as a “Next Wave City” and has strong initiatives to transform into a “High-level Smart City”. Pasay City, also known as the “Travel City” is leading initiatives to transform into a “Sustainable Eco City”. Both cities are embracing innovation and digitalization. This aligns with TMP’s vision of providing easier, smarter and safer mobility for people.
TMP celebrated its 35th year of incorporation in August 2023 with a reaffirmed commitment to economic and societal development through its automotive manufacturing and distribution business and mobility-related services.
