The shocking image of people having to descend hundred-meter deep wells to fetch water has captured the attention of many readers. This is a microcosm of Yunnan's once-in-a-century drought that has persisted for three years, and also reflects the reality of many simple-hearted villagers who rely on the weather for their livelihood. Following this report, the headquarters of Lotus Cars in Hangzhou immediately responded. After collaborating with the Yunnan Provincial Youth Development Foundation (referred to as the Youth Foundation) to aid Qinghai Lake in Xiangyun County, they took action again to contribute their part as a socially responsible enterprise towards Yunnan's drought relief efforts, as shown on the official website of Lotus Cars.
Lotus Cars promptly dispatched Yunnan Bihaiyuan Company, its local dealership, to conduct an on-site investigation and required them to provide a feasible assistance plan. Two colleagues from Yunnan Bihaiyuan descended alongside the villagers through a mountain cave with a slope exceeding 70 degrees, which only allowed one person to pass at a time, down to an underground river. After a simple measurement, it was found to be over ten meters deep. Moreover, the underground river could continuously provide a source of water, meeting the requirements for water extraction and drinking water projects.
Donation of a Lotus Sedan to Solve Water Extraction Dilemma
In collaboration with our newspaper, after detailed discussions with the local villagers and budgeting for the feasibility and cost of water extraction, it was determined that the first phase of the project to bring water to the surface would require an 11.5-kilowatt pump, a generator of more than 22 kilowatts, high-strength water tanks and pipes that can prevent bursting, as well as fuel, with an estimated budget of approximately 100,000 yuan. Upon receiving this information back at the Lotus headquarters, the company decided to donate a Lotus L3 coupe as the initial funding for water extraction and drought relief. With the consent of the Lotus headquarters, our newspaper collaborated with the Youth Foundation, the Publicity Department of Qujing Municipal Committee, the Communist Youth League of Qujing Municipal Committee, and the Publicity Department of Fumin County Committee to hold a bottom-price charity auction on March 10th at Zhujiang Source Square in Qujing City. The reserve price was set at 50,000 yuan, and by 15:30, the highest bidder would acquire the car. All proceeds will be handed over to the Youth Foundation for the targeted drought-relief drinking water project in the village, with the Youth Foundation issuing tax-exempt dedicated donation receipts. Any surplus funds will also be used for drought relief in other areas of Qujing. The Youth Foundation also accepts targeted donations from all sectors of society for "Qujing Drought Relief." For this purpose, they have specifically established a 24-hour donation consultation hotline: 13700691177.
Yunnan Bihaiyuan, a Local Lotus Car Dealer, Increases Efforts
As a local Lotus car dealer, Yunnan Bihaiyuan is also a philanthropic enterprise. They have previously organized car clubs to collaborate with the Youth Foundation to donate 110,000 yuan worth of supplies to Baiyan Village in Dali, and nearly 100,000 yuan for water delivery and donations to Bailu Township. With strong support from the manufacturer, they have decided to increase their efforts for drought relief. If customers place orders for Lotus cars at the scene, they can enjoy group-buying public welfare prices, and additionally, a 5,000-yuan deposit can be donated entirely to the Youth Foundation for targeted use in drought relief in Qujing disaster areas. It is reported that the group-buying public welfare price of the Lotus L3 has dropped below 70,000 yuan, while the Lotus L5 offers a discount of 10,000 yuan from its market price of 99,800 yuan. We hope that car buyers who urgently need vehicles can pay attention and support. Alternatively, send a text message to 13888099955 to participate in the charity auction, noting the bidding amount.
Interpretation of the Love Vehicle
Lotus Cars is a project that introduces the British Lotus brand and technology under the Youngman Automobile Group. The company adopts a different production and management philosophy from most automobile manufacturers, known as the "independent enterprise, joint venture model." The Lotus L3 series models were meticulously crafted over three years by British Lotus. Their design standards, process standards, and quality control systems all follow British Lotus standards, integrating the top technologies of British Lotus in "chassis technology, exterior technology, safety technology," and incorporating the technical characteristics of British Lotus sports cars.