Kampala: VIVO Energy, leading global supplier of Shell
products, has launched an all-new, energy efficient fuel in Uganda. Vivo Energy
distributes and markets Shell-branded fuels and lubricants in Africa. A joint
venture between Vitol, Helios Investment Partners and Shell - VIVO energy offers customers the very best of
Shell’s high quality products and services including supply reliability, technical
expertise, and unmatched customer service throughout Uganda.
The introduction of Shell FuelSave Unleaded and
Shell FuelSave Diesel was announced at a press conference held at the Serena
Hotel where VIVO Energy Managing Director, Ivan Kyayonka and Edward Walugembe, Retail
and Lubricants Manager unveiled the products. Also present at the launch were
Shell engineers who delivered a technical presentation on the product's
benefits.
With the Ugandan market vulnerable to fluctuations
in energy prices consumers will be pleased to know that Shell FuelSave Unleaded
and Shell FuelSave Diesel will be made available at no extra cost.
Shell FuelSave Unleaded and Shell FuelSave Diesel,
are two breakthrough Regular priced fuels which are designed to last longer.
They represent Shell’s most advanced fuel economy fuels ever but cost no more
than the [INSERT LOCAL GRADE] that customers buy from Shell forecourts. At a
cost of [PRICE shillings per liter new will be available nationwide at all
Shell Petrol stations.
Speaking at the launch, Ivan Kyayonka, VIVO Energy
Managing Director said: “Drivers now have a more fuel efficient option
available to them at the pump; something we know they have been asking for.
Both Shell FuelSave Unleaded and Shell FuelSave Diesel are Regular priced fuels
designed to last longer, therefore helping you to reduce your fuel consumption
and costs. All you have to do to start making your fuel last longer is look for
the signs and fill up. And it won’t cost you anything extra.”
The innovation behind the new fuels lies in their
instantaneous fuel economy formula, which helps improve fuel efficiency from
the very first tank.
Shell FuelSave Unleaded is designed to reduce
energy losses by lubricating where engine oils are less effective, such as the
upper piston ring. It is also designed to keep inlet valves clean, prevent
deposit formation and improve engine efficiency.
Shell FuelSave Diesel is designed to ignite and
burn more effectively, helping to produce more efficient combustion in your
engine. It is also designed to help protect against the build-up of deposits.
“At shell we are passionate about helping the
worlds motorists get more out of their fuel and innovative and cleaner fuels
are an obvious way for us as a company to make a difference. The great thing
about fuel efficiency is that it delivers on so many fronts. It means better
value for money, improved driver safety and it delivers for the economy and the
environment." added Retail and Lubricants Manager, Edward Walugembe
To show drivers the benefits of Shell FuelSave
Unleaded and Shell FuelSave Diesel, Paul Kaganzi where he explained how using
the new fuels and making a few simple changes to driving habits can help
drivers reduce their fuel consumption and costs.
