Let’s have a look at the designs Proton has registered with the UK Patent Office. I think it will give us an indicator on the SRM’s interior looks, of which no one has been able to get a good interior shot so far.
This is a patent for a car’s interior, registered as ‘dashboard and centre console’. It was granted on 30th June 2004. Some shots of the SRM that I’ve seen have shown that the interior is indeed cream coloured like this one, but I don’t have the photos with me now so I can’t blog it for the moment. Click here for the patent details.
Next are the seats. They look pretty comfy, and they look like leather buckets. Bucket seats are important for the sporty drive that the SRM should be promising, they secure you comfortably in the seat during high-G turns. The patent for this is available here.
Proton also registered this design patent for a meter panel. I have no idea what the two dials are for below the meters. The meters themselves looks good, I like the colour scheme. I notice the fuel gauge is on the left meter gauge and not digital. Details for this patent here.
This is the design they filed for a door trim design. I personally think putting the door lock knob together with the door handle is nicer, like the current Satrias. Details for this patent here.
Now this is what I’m a bit afraid of. They patented the bling bling wheel design. Does this mean the final product will come with it? Details for the patent here.
For a full list of patents Proton has registered in the UK, click here.
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The comments reveal mixed feelings about Proton's new models, especially the SRM, with many praising its design and sporty features, while others criticize the cheap-looking plastics, outdated rims, and questionable interior colors like beige and brown. There’s concern that many parts are recycled from previous Proton models, leading to perceptions of poor quality and lack of innovation. Some users express disappointment with the overall aesthetic and material choices, emphasizing the need for better design, quality, and originality. Despite frustrations, there’s a shared hope that Proton will improve, highlighting the importance of constructive feedback to drive future enhancements. Overall, sentiments are a combination of cautious optimism, criticism of design elements, and a desire for Malaysian automotive progress.