Vivo Energy Unveils New Shell Advance AX7 to Boost Boda-Boda Performance, Cut Costs

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Vivo Energy Uganda staff pose for a group photo after the launch. Vivo Energy Uganda, the distributor and marketer of Shell-branded fuels and lubricants, has launched Shell Advance AX7 10W-40, a synthetic-blend motorcycle engine oil designed to improve fuel economy and engine protection.The new product was unveiled on Tuesday at the UMA Show Grounds in Lugogo, Kampala, under the nationwide “Linya Levo” campaign.According to Vivo Energy, the high-performance lubricant is engineered for Uganda’s demanding road conditions, helping riders travel further on every litre of fuel while extending service intervals.Shell Advance AX7 10W-40 delivers up to 7,000 kilometres between oil changes, effectively extending routine servicing to three to four weeks. This offers significant economic benefits for commercial boda-boda riders who depend on their motorcycles for daily income.The oil improves fuel economy by up to three kilometres per litre compared to ordinary mineral oils, reducing daily fuel costs. Its advanced formulation also offers 36 percent greater protection against engine wear by reducing friction, keeps pistons 33 percent cleaner, and provides 29 percent better thermal protection at high temperatures.“At Vivo Energy, we recognise that for many Ugandans, a motorcycle is far more than a machine; it is a business, a livelihood, and a family’s primary source of income,” said Joanita Mukasa Menya, Managing Director of Vivo Energy Uganda.“The ‘Linya Levo’ campaign represents strength, resilience, and the confidence to keep moving forward despite tough economic conditions. We engineered Shell Advance AX7 to work as hard as the people who rely on it, helping riders lower running costs, prevent costly breakdowns, and maximise their daily earnings,” she added.The campaign aims to promote a culture of proactive motorcycle maintenance across the country. In the coming months, Vivo Energy will engage riders, mechanics, garage owners, and motoring enthusiasts on the role of premium synthetic lubricants in reducing operational costs.“We want to reward our riders immediately while helping them protect their investments for the long term,” said Francis Kayoki, Lubricants Sales Manager at Vivo Energy Uganda.“To participate, riders simply purchase a one-litre pack of Shell Advance AX7 10W-40 from any Shell station or authorised spare-parts dealer, peel back the seal, dial *295*3#, and enter the unique product code. Participants instantly stand a chance to win airtime, high-visibility jackets, keyrings, and merchandise relevant to their operations,” he explained.Representatives from the commercial motorcycle sector and the Uganda Bikers Association welcomed the launch, noting that fuel expenses and mechanical downtime remain the biggest threats to a rider’s daily income.Angela Semukutu, President of the Uganda Bikers Association, described the unveiling of AX7 as timely.The post Vivo Energy Unveils New Shell Advance AX7 to Boost Boda-Boda Performance, Cut Costs appeared first on Business Focus.