IF there’s one thing that stood out in Rex Gatchalian’s move to suspend RFID operations beginning this week at NLEX, it’s his decisiveness as a public servant. If all leaders of this country, elected or otherwise, are like the gallant mayor of Valenzuela City, then yes we can.
We can be as great as the other nations that are being led by upright leaders.
We can achieve changes that only redound to the benefit of the toiling masses.
We can move on happily, assured by the thought that those sworn to be our servants are courageous enough to lead us unflinchingly, without fear or favor.
In short, Rex Gatchalian is one solid star rising in the horizon to take up the cudgels for the suffering folk that are subjected almost daily to a seemingly compartmentalized incompetence and inefficiency of RFID operations at the Valenzuela NLEX.
But I give it to NLEX management, too, for humbly admitting its fault.
Bravo to Romulo “Junji” Quimbo, the senior vice president and NLEX spokesman, who bravely met the volley of criticisms with tons of patience and humility.
“We will do the best we can to fix the problem,” Quimbo told Ted Failon of TV5. “We offer our sincerest apology for the inconvenience caused by glitches on our RFID system.”
Junji, a lawyer, also agreed to heed Ted’s suggestion to stop the practice of advancing-backing a vehicle when the RFID sticker isn’t working and let the supplementary card be the final arbiter.
When service providers think and respond that way, there is hope for this blighted nation of ours.
BMW beep-beep
I give way to Enrico Antonio D. Ylanan, the energetic point-man of SMC-BMW Philippines’s President Spencer “ASY” Yu.
“In the Philippines, the brand’s most attainable models, the BMW 1 Series and BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé, are both powered by a 1.5-liter gasoline engine that’s boosted by a BMW TwinPower turbocharger.
“The small displacement allows for extremely efficient driving, while the turbocharger provides the extra kick needed when spirited driving is needed.
“Stepping up to the BMW 3 Series, 5 Series, and 7 Series grants bigger 2.0-liter gasoline engines equipped with the same BMW TwinPower Turbo, offering a sizable increase in horsepower and torque, without sacrificing fuel efficiency.
“BMW’s range of Sports Activity Vehicles (SAVs) offers versatility to meet any road condition, and come locally equipped with potent 2.0-liter and 3.0-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo diesel engines.
“From the famed 3.0-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo six—Page 2 of 2 cylinder gasoline engines found in the BMW M2 Competition to the 4.4-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo V8 in the BMW X5 M Competition, these high output engines are combined with redesigned chassis and handling improvements for awesome driving experience.
“The eight-speed automatic torque converter transmission from ZF is fitted on all rear-wheel drive BMWs. This has a wide range of adaptability, especially for high horsepower and torque applications.
“Handling and driving feel are hallmarks of any BMW, ensuring that, no matter which BMW model a customer chooses, he gets to enjoy a vehicle that provides an ultimately enjoyable driving experience.”
Lexus space luxury
And finally, Jade B. Sison, Lexus Manila president Raymond T. Rodriguez’s prolific weaver of words.
“Imagine being ferried to your destination in a vehicle that was built and engineered to be the most comfortable and luxurious in its segment. A vehicle that was designed to not just take advantage of the available interior space, but was also a canvas where designers and engineers were given free rein to elevate the passenger-riding experience.
“Finally, the legendary Takumi experience is here, starting off with the fully adjustable captain seats with built-in automatic ottoman punctuated by a 26-inch high-definition screen paired with a Mark Levinson audio system. The clarity, definition, and full-bodied sound stage will surely isolate you from the hectic outside world.
“Yes, the Lexus LM 350 is easily one of the most in-demand models in the Lexus lineup because it redefines the meaning of the words ‘best seat in the house.’
“Priced from P5,408,000, the LM 350 has been luxuriously crafted in anticipation of your every need for exceptional comfort, performance and safety.
“It has reclining massage seats with seven massage options and five levels of pressure. Each seat is equipped with a unique AdaptiPedic foam that absorbs road vibration. While seated, gaze up at the sky through twin power moonroofs and revel in the airy and spacious greenhouse.
“The heart of the LM 350 is a 296hp 3.5-liter V6 engine that accelerates to 100kph in 7sec. It utilizes the Adaptive High-Beam System; Pre-Collision System; Lane-Tracing Assist; Dynamic Radar Cruise Control; Blind-Spot Monitor; Parking Support Brake; and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert.
“With the LM 350, the Lexus Takumi craftsmanship is at full speed.”
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