Canter record-breaker in FUSO Eco-Run Challenge

Before the year ended, Fuso Fuel Economy Run Challenge made the Canter Express Modern PUV (Class 3) achieve its record-breaking performance in fuel efficiency. According to the latest survey made by Fuso Philippines to the major PUV drivers, the average consumption of every vehicle in its class can only achieve 6 – 7 km per liter. Read on and find out how the Canter Express Modern PUV performed in its class.

Canter Express Modern PUV (Class 3) achieves 8.8km per liter in FUSO Fuel Eco-Run Challenge

Bataan, Philippines — The Canter Express Modern PUV (Class 3) achieved an impressive fuel consumption figure of 8.8km per liter over nearly 152.7 kilometers (which customers may save up to Php 6.3 per kilometer compared to traditional PUVs [Jeepney] with 5.2km/l average fuel consumption) while simulating the actual PUV operating environment such as passenger load and road conditions during the FUSO Fuel Eco-Run Challenge. Based on the survey among modern PUV drivers, 6 to 7km per liter is their benchmark for fuel efficiency.

The FUSO Modern PUV was driven from San Fernando, Pampanga to Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar, Bataan, and all the way back within a single day. It was observed and certified by Automobile Association Philippines (AAP) and covered by its media partner, Autoindustriya.

Observer’s Result:

9:30 AM Refuelling, Check tire pressure and sealing the Vehicle – Pump 6
2022 FUSO Canter Modern PUV 3.0L M/T, Red, Plate No. NEM – 4214
Note: Tire Pressure base on Specification 76psi Both Front & Rear

Highway Test Condition

9:53 AM Trip Start from Shell Bacolor, Pampanga to Las Casas Bagac, Bataan
Target Speed is at 60-80kph.

3:41 PM END and Arrived at Shell Bacolor, Pampanga
2022 FUSO Canter Modern PUV 3.0L M/T, Red, Plate No. NEM – 4214

GPS Reading of 150.0 kms official distance travelled
Odometer reading of 152.7 will be used for official distance travelled

RESULTS:

The objective of the FUSO Fuel Eco-Run Challenge is to promote and advocate the fuel efficiency of FUSO commercial vehicles among existing owners and prospective buyers — to highlight fuel mileage, driving comfort and the vehicle’s powerful performance.

“Moving forward, today’s activity is for us to testify the fuel efficiency of our product. Results will be included as part of the unique selling point and advantage of FUSO vehicles. We assure you that FUSO is ready to provide the best quality and hassle-free transportation to Filipinos across the country.” said Mr. Yosuke Nishi, the President and CEO of SFP.

Mr. Noriyuki Sekita, EVP for Sales and Marketing mentioned in his message, “The goal of this activity is to demonstrate the Unique Selling Point (USP) of our PUVs, which is fuel efficiency and vehicle performance. Our initiative is to showcase the efficiency of our vehicles under normal driving conditions for the benefit of operators and drivers.”