Yamaha Motor Philippines Rescues Damaged Motorcycles in Iloilo

Typhoon Frank or Fengshen severely damaged Iloilo City last June 2008. According to news reports, 30,000 people were forced onto rooftops and vehicles remained submerged in flood waters for almost three days.

The Yamaha Motor Philippines Service Team visited one of the districts of Iloilo to service Yamaha units damaged by the typhoon Frank from July 30 until August 1, 2008. The free motorcycle service was conducted at Jaro Plaza which also served as an evacuation site for those who lost their homes. There was free oil change service, check-up and tune-up for Yamaha motorcycles. The Yamaha Service team also educated the participants on how to properly maintain their motorcycles. More than 200 Yamaha motorcycles were assisted by the project.

“My motorcycle was immersed in seawater up to its handlebars for two days,” says Mrs. Dilag, Crypton owner, “I am thankful to Yamaha for this kind of activity.” Mrs. Dilag told the service team on how a neighbor told her that she should remove the oil from her unit. “I didn’t know I was not supposed to do that until I heard it from the lecture” said Mrs. Dilag.

“An under-filled oil level is already disastrous and leaving it with no oil ruins your motorcycle,” said Vince Alquizalas, Service Education Supervisor, “Oil is needed to avoid rust and corrosion, in cases wherein your unit was flooded, drain and change the engine oil and be careful not to allow any foreign matter or debris in” Mr. Alquizalas informed the participants that regular inspections must be made to keep the unit in its peak condition.

Mr. Alquizalas also recommends using only quality oil like Yamalube for motorcycles.

Yamaha Cares is one of the programs under Corporate Social Responsibility of Yamaha Motor Philippines. It focuses on being involved with the community, building better relationships with customers and being able to contribute to the Philippine society. The Yamaha Cares activity also takes a significant role in consumer education. It leaves the message that the company is willing to impart knowledge on how to extend the longevity of the products giving customers real value for their trust. The program helped locals significantly because motorcycles are the main mode of transportation in most areas.

“As Yamaha continues being the agent of change and possibilities,” says Jude Chavez, Service Product Supervisor, “We also strive to be one of the leaders on information, education and inspiration about the importance of corporate social responsibility.”

The city of Jaro is still on its way to recovery after the devastation left by Typhoon Frank.