On March 28, 2026, at My Dinh National Stadium (Hanoi), ISUZU Vietnam Co., Ltd. (ISUZU Vietnam) successfully organized the 2nd Driver Skills Contest. Under the theme “Takumi – Master of Driver,” the event not only honored professional drivers but also promoted safe and fuel-efficient driving practices within the transportation community.
This year’s competition brought together 28 teams with 56 professional drivers from leading transport companies nationwide. Participants competed in challenges designed to simulate real-life scenarios, assessing vehicle control, operational precision, and safe, efficient driving skills – key factors in today’s transportation industry. The program continued to receive strong support from partners such as Bridgestone, JX Nippon Oil, Petrolimex, and Vietmap.
During the opening speech, Mr. Wataru Nakano – General Director of ISUZU Vietnam, stated: “As fuel costs continue to rise, both fuel-efficient vehicles and highly skilled drivers are more important than ever.”
Mr. Wataru Nakano – General Director of ISUZU Vietnam, delivered his remarks at the opening ceremony
Also speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Tran Huu Minh – Chief of Office of the National Traffic Safety Committee, emphasized: “Today’s event is not only a contest, but also a meaningful occasion to honor professional drivers, those who make quiet but important contributions to the development of our country.”
Mr. Tran Huu Minh – Chief of Office of the National Traffic Safety Committee speaking at the opening ceremony
The contest featured challenges designed to simulate real-world driving scenarios, providing a comprehensive assessment of participants’ skills – from safety inspections and maneuvering in confined spaces to handling unexpected situations. The entire process was evaluated by an experienced panel of experts, ensuring fairness and objectivity.
After an intense and exciting day of competition, the event concluded successfully with the following results:
First Prize: Mr. Ngo Van Nam & Mr. Phan Van Tuan – BRANCH OF SG SAGAWA VIETNAM COMPANY LIMITED IN HA NOI
Second Prize: Mr. Nguyen Trung Tuyen & Mr. Nguyen The Thanh – PETROVIETNAM OIL TRANSPORT ONE MEMBER COMPANY LIMITED
Third Prize: Mr. Le Minh Canh & Mr. Tran Ba Tien – GHN EXPRESS JOINT STOCK COMPANY
Fourth Prize:
– Dang Van Dung & Mr. Ngo Phi Hung – NIPPON EXPRESS (VIETNAM) CO., LTD.
– Phan Trung Kien & Mr. Duong Thanh Cong – VO GIA LOGISTICS JOINT STOCK COMPANY
Consolation Prizes:
– Nguyen Van Tuong & Mr. Nguyen Van Giang – KIEN VANG GROUP JOINT STOCK COMPANY
– Nguyen Quoc Phong & Mr. Le Duc Thanh – DIEN MAY XANH SERVICE JOINT STOCK COMPANY
– Nguyen Tien Hai & Mr. Le Ma Luong – JUPITER VIETNAM SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT JOINT STOCK COMPANY
– Lai The Tien & Mr. Luu Van Cuong – NIPPON EXPRESS (VIETNAM) CO., LTD.
– Duong Van Tinh & Mr. Pham Viet Anh – HOA PHAT LOGISTICS JOINT STOCK COMPANY
First Prize: Mr. Ngo Van Nam & Mr. Phan Van Tuan
BRANCH OF SG SAGAWA VIETNAM COMPANY LIMITED IN HA NOI
Second Prize: Mr. Nguyen Trung Tuyen & Mr. Nguyen The Thanh
PETROVIETNAM OIL TRANSPORT ONE MEMBER COMPANY LIMITED
Third Prize: Mr. Le Minh Canh & Mr. Tran Ba Tien
GHN EXPRESS JOINT STOCK COMPANY
Fourth Prize:
Mr. Dang Van Dung & Mr. Ngo Phi Hung
NIPPON EXPRESS (VIETNAM) CO., LTD.
Mr. Phan Trung Kien & Mr. Duong Thanh Cong
VO GIA LOGISTICS JOINT STOCK COMPANY
Consolation Prizes:
Mr. Nguyen Van Tuong & Mr. Nguyen Van Giang
KIEN VANG GROUP JOINT STOCK COMPANY
Mr. Nguyen Quoc Phong & Mr. Le Duc Thanh
DIEN MAY XANH SERVICE JOINT STOCK COMPANY
Mr. Nguyen Tien Hai & Mr. Le Ma Luong
JUPITER VIETNAM SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT JOINT STOCK COMPANY
Mr. Lai The Tien & Mr. Luu Van Cuong
NIPPON EXPRESS (VIETNAM) CO., LTD.
Mr. Duong Van Tinh & Mr. Pham Viet Anh
HOA PHAT LOGISTICS JOINT STOCK COMPANY
In addition to the exciting contest segments, the program also featured meaningful activities such as guidance on fuel-efficient driving and knowledge sharing on vehicle health reports delivered by ISUZU Vietnam representatives, contributing to enhancing drivers’ skills and awareness.
The presentation on fuel-saving solutions by a representative of ISUZU Vietnam
ISUZU Vietnam aims to further expand the Driver Skill Contest to attract drivers from across all regions nationwide. Through this program, ISUZU not only continues to strongly promote the message of safe and fuel-efficient driving, but also reaffirms our commitment to supporting drivers in enhancing operational efficiency – contributing to the sustainable development of the logistics industry and Vietnam’s economy.
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