How great to be back in Singapore for the Michelin Volkswagen Fuel Economy Challenge
We lived there for several years and during that time we started the First Ever Singapore Book of Records. Some of these records were drive related and we felt proud to return to this magical place and pass on our fuel economy education.
MICHELIN ASIA PACIFIC PTE LTD wanted to demonstrate the Fuel Economy benefits of their Michelin Energy Tyres, and Volkswagen have the vehicle technology, enhancing the program .
On the day a Fuel Economy Workshop was attended by the esteemed media of Singapore. They then took part in an ‘on road’ realistic driving route, accompanied by Helen or John Taylor offering further efficient driving instruction.
Most of the drivers were Fuel Economy wise, however at the drive conclusion they said they all learnt something extra from this responsible exercise, and were excited to pass the information onto their readers/listeners. The overall winner was Andy Hum of sgcarmart.com.sg achieving 4.6 l/100km. Well done Andy!!
That evening 100 general public volunteers attended a Michelin Fuel Economy Workshop evening to be hosted by the Taylors.
It was a blast. One thing that stands out with a Singaporean audience is they are highly intelligent, and the Q&A session went over time, but the dialogue surrounding it was stimulating and enjoyed by all.
Thank you to Michelin Asia Pacific Pte Ltd for caring about the drivers in Singapore and for your care in manufacturing tyres that provide fuel economy, safety and in turn save people money and help reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions.
Thank you to Volkswagen for providing cars with great comfort, safety and efficiency.
Thank you to all participants for taking part, and also for the numerous emails you have sent updating us on your progress. You are to be commended.
Fuel Economy affects people’s lives throughout the world, so it came as no surprise when an invitation came from President Mr Song, Hanbul Motors Corp. Importer of Peugeot Vehicles into South Korea.
Korean, one language we have no knowledge of, but with an excellent translator and members of the media who had quite a good understanding of English, communication lines were open.
Two Fuel Economy Workshops with realistic on road driving experiences were in place.
The task set for the day was for all participants (divided into teams), to drive a designated route in the Peugeot 308 HDi. An official would record their results at the drive conclusion.
Next…they were to attend a Fuel Economy Workshop conducted by Helen and John Taylor, passing on tips on how to improve their figures. They also were the privileged audience to Mr. Marc Bocque, where they learnt about Peugeot being a world player, expert and leader in Diesel technology.
Then…back on the road driving the same route, but this time with Helen or John Taylor sitting beside them giving ‘on road’ instruction.
Again, the results were recorded and the overall winner was the driver with the highest percentage improvement.
AND THE TROPHY went to TEAM A driver Dong-Yun Yook, Journalist Autocar Korea.
CONGRATULATIONS!! He now has the voice through his media outlet, to ‘spread the word’ to his fellow motorists in South Korea. Importantly as well, Fuel Economy driving goes hand in hand with safe driving.
Well done Hanbul Motors Corp. for making a difference to drivers in South Korea!
