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Fuel the Future of Riding: Motul Expands GP Series with Launch of GP Next 4T
MotoGP™, the world’s most exciting sport, continues to inspire millions with its speed, adrenaline, and relentless pursuit of excellence. In recent years, it has also embarked on a transformative journey toward greater sustainability, proving that high performance and environmental responsibility can share the same track. As the official lubricant partner of MotoGP™, Motul has tested its formulations in the toughest racing environments, from blistering straights to unforgiving corners. This relentless testing ground allows Motul to push boundaries and translate race-proven technology into everyday solutions. As MotoGP™ embraces ever-expanding sustainability practices, including 40% non-fossil fuels from last season increasing to 100% non-fossil from 2027, GP Next 4T stands as a natural extension of that shared vision.
Commenting on the official launch, Keith Schulzquote, Chief Sustainability Officer of Motul Asia Pacific said, “The launch of GP Next 4T reflects Motul’s continuous commitment to performance and responsibility. Earlier this year, we introduced the NGEN range to lead the charge in sustainable engine oil. With GP Next 4T, we are reinforcing those same values within our MotoGP™-inspired GP Series, ensuring that all riders can experience championship-grade performance while contributing to a more sustainable future.”
Carlo Savoca, Chief Marketing Officer, Motul Asia Pacific said, “More than just an engine oil, the new GP Next 4T is a statement of Motul’s commitment to innovation at the highest level of motorsport. MotoGP™ has always set the benchmark for passion and performance, and with this launch we are redefining how riders connect with that spirit. The GP Series continues to evolve, and GP Next 4T reflects our ambition to lead with products that protect, perform, and inspire.”
Marc Saurina, Head of Global Commercial Partnerships at MotoGP rights holder Dorna Sports said, “Motul has been a committed part of our ecosystem for a long time and is very active in the sport, from title sponsoring multiple Grands Prix each season to taking inspiration from MotoGP to continue innovating in their product lines. MotoGP pushes the boundaries of possibility and as official lubricant supplier, Motul uses our testing ground to create even better performing and more sustainable products like the GP Next 4T. We’re proud to work together.”
Motul GP Series: Inspired by MotoGP™, Perfected for Every Ride
Since its debut in 2020, the Motul GP Series has been more than just engine oil, it has been a way for everyday riders to live the MotoGP™ spirit on the streets. From GP Matic 4T and GP Power 4T, to the recently launched GP Ultimate 4T, each product has carried the thrill, style, and performance of the world’s most exciting motorsport into daily riding.
With GP Next 4T, Motul pushes this legacy forward, introducing a product shaped not only by racing passion but also by responsibility for the road ahead. Engineered to deliver smooth responsiveness, uncompromised comfort, and stable performance, the GP Series ensures riders experience the exhilaration of the track in their everyday journeys, all while supporting eco-efficiency and driving sustainable innovation.
GP Next 4T: The Future of Performance Riding
Marking yet another milestone, the all-new GP Next 4T is designed for riders who demand exhilarating performance while embracing a sustainable lifestyle. Engineered for today’s diverse riders, from daily commuters who need reliability on the road, to weekend thrill-seekers chasing adrenaline, and eco-conscious riders who care about their footprint, the GP Next 4T ensures every journey delivers performance with purpose.
Whether cruising around the city or navigating the curves and turns of the roads, GP Next 4T provides superior protection, smoother gear shifts, and sharper response, all while minimising environmental impact through sustainable packaging and smarter formulations.
Key Features:
- Enhanced Ester Technology Blend: Combines regenerated base oil with Ester to deliver powerful output and uncompromised engine protection, giving riders championship-level performance.
- Eco-Responsible Packaging: Bottled in containers made with 50% recycled plastic and fully recyclable, ensuring every ride contributes to a lighter environmental footprint.
- JASO MA2 Certified: Guarantees smooth wet clutch performance with precise gear shifts and reliable clutch engagement, critical for both city riding and high-performance conditions.
- API SP Certified: Meets the latest international standard for engine protection and emissions compatibility, reinforcing durability and long-term reliability.
- 10W-40 Viscosity: Maintains consistent lubrication and stability across diverse climates and riding environments.
- Superior Engine Response: Provides high protection under load, with smoother gear transitions and sharper throttle response even in demanding, high-output scenarios.
By combining the spirit of MotoGP™ with Motul’s ongoing sustainability journey, the GP Next 4T sets a new benchmark for motorcycle lubrication, proving that speed and responsibility can share the same road.
MotoGP™ fans and riders can expect the Motul GP Next 4T to be available on the shelves of MOTUL authorised dealers across Asia Pacific from October 2025 onwards. For more information, visit Motul Asia Pacific’s official website: www.motul.com.
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GoTyme Bank becomes the first digital bank in the Philippines to enable Apple Pay, expanding secure and seamless digital payments for 10 million customers
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 August 2026 – Paymentology, the leading global issuer processor, today announced the successful launch of Apple Pay for GoTyme Bank in the Philippines. Through this launch, GoTyme becomes one of the first issuers in the Philippine market to enable Apple Pay, giving 10 million customers an easy, secure and private way to pay using their Apple devices.
As one of the country’s fastest-growing digital banks, GoTyme continues to accelerate its digital payments strategy by expanding secure, seamless and convenient payment experiences for Filipino consumers. Customers can now securely add their GoTyme debit card to Apple Wallet and make contactless payments in stores, within apps and online wherever Apple Pay is accepted.
Apple Pay uses industry-leading tokenisation technology, meaning card numbers are never stored on devices or shared with merchants. Instead, a unique Device Account Number is assigned, with every transaction authenticated through Face ID, Touch ID or a device passcode, providing an additional layer of security while delivering a fast, frictionless checkout experience.
Nate Clark, President and CEO at GoTyme Bank commented: “At GoTyme Bank, we’re constantly looking for ways to make banking simpler, safer and more rewarding for our customers. Bringing Apple Pay to GoTyme Bank customers in the Philippines gives them an easy and secure way to pay wherever they shop while continuing to earn rewards points on all their transactions. This is another step in our commitment to making everyday banking more beautiful and convenient for our customers.
The launch comes as digital payments continue to reshape the Philippine economy. According to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), digital payments now account for more than half of all retail payment transactions, as consumers increasingly embrace mobile-first banking and contactless payments. Meanwhile, smartphone penetration continues to rise, supporting growing demand for digital wallets and tokenised payment experiences. As digital commerce accelerates, enabling secure mobile payments through services such as Apple Pay is becoming an increasingly important differentiator for financial institutions.
Minh-Ha Truong, Head of Growth, APAC at Paymentology, added: “As a long-standing partner to GoTyme, we’re proud to support another significant milestone in its growth journey. Bringing Apple Pay to market demonstrates how modern, cloud-native issuer processing enables digital banks to rapidly deliver innovative payment experiences while maintaining the highest standards of security, scalability and performance. Together, we’re helping shape the future of digital payments in the Philippines.”
The launch further strengthens GoTyme’s position as one of Southeast Asia’s leading digital banks and highlights the value of Paymentology’s cloud-native issuer processing platform in helping banks and fintechs rapidly introduce innovative payment capabilities that meet evolving customer expectations.
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New Documentary Under the Hakka Liugdui Sun From Discovery to Debut on August 20 in Southeast Asia
Set against the sun-drenched landscapes of southern Taiwan, Under the Hakka Liugdui Sun highlights how the people of Liugdui have thrived alongside the land for over 300 years. Following local scholars, farmers, and artisans, the documentary explores how this community adapts its deep-rooted traditions—from water stewardship to food heritage—in response to environmental and economic change, offering vital modern insights on sustainability, rural revitalization, and cultural continuity.
Across three episodes—Water, agriculture, and food—the documentary explores how the people of Liugdui blend tradition with modern innovation. Viewers meet groundwater experts, farmers pioneering sustainable crops, and artisans repurposing local materials like betel nut, alongside culinary practitioners who preserve Hakka identity through ancestral rituals, communal feasts, and family traditions that unite generations.
Audiences will discover a community that views tradition not as something fixed in the past, but as a living legacy that continues to evolve. From innovative groundwater management and botanical dyeing to ritual feasts and modern interpretations of Hakka cuisine – the documentary celebrates the creativity, resilience, and values that have sustained Liugdui for centuries.
Under the Hakka Liugdui Sun premieres in Southeast Asia on Discovery Channel, Thursday, August 20 at 7:10pm; TLC Channel, Monday, August 24 at 7:10pm; and Discovery Asia, Tuesday, August 25 at 9:25pm.
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The launch press conference broke away from tradition with a vibrant runway show featuring celebrity “Hot Spring Travel Navigators,” including acclaimed chef Edward Lee from Netflix’s Culinary Class Wars, visual identity creative director Yen Po-Chun, TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE Taiwan Chairman Kazuma Otsuka, and actor-host Andrew Chau. Together with local businesses, they showcased regional agriculture, specialties, and lifestyle products.
The official launch celebration kicks off on September 4 at Guguan Park in Taichung, featuring a themed parade with over 500 participants and the lighting ceremony for the Lishan–Guguan Light Art Festival, which stars a massive eight-meter “OhBear” light installation. The festivities continue on September 5 with a guided tribal trekking tour in Guguan, offering participants an exclusive NT$500 accommodation discount.
To promote four-season wellness tourism globally, the campaign partners with the East Asia Hot Spring Association for an international symposium on September 4. Key promotions also include complimentary LINE POINTS for new followers, curated packages starting at NT$299, and a flash sale of 800 limited NT$1 Hot Spring Vouchers for the Double 11 Shopping Festival. Furthermore, cross-sector collaborations offer half-price entry to national forest areas, limited-edition Taiwan Railway bento boxes, and Guanziling mud spring skincare products to enrich the travel experience.Hashtag: #TaiwanFourSeasonSprings
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