Proton’s car registrations with the Road Transport Department went up 21% to 10,018 cars in July compared to 8,328 cars in June – effectively increasing it’s total industry volume in July to 32%, up 5% from June.
If Proton maintains this performance over the 2nd half of 2006, it might be able to wrestle the number 1 position back from Perodua, unless Perodua has some other cards up it’s sleeves.
Overall car industry volume is expected to drop 6% this year to 520,000 vehicles. This increase in Proton sales is likely due to the Proton Satria Neo, of which 2,750 units have been sold so far, and 4,000 orders in hand. This exceeds Proton’s sales expectations.
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AI-generated Summary ✨
The comments on the "Proton sales up 21%" post reveal mixed sentiments. Many commenters are skeptical, citing Proton's past quality issues, low resale value, and reliance on government protection, implying that the sales spike might be temporary or driven by discounts rather than genuine demand. Several praise the Satria Neo, believing it marks a positive step and could improve Proton’s image if complemented with new models and better quality. Others criticize the company's lack of innovation, quality problems, and the perception that Proton's success is artificially sustained through protectionism. The discussion also reflects national pride, debates on government policies, and comparisons with other countries’ support for local industries, emphasizing both hope for improvement and distrust in Proton's long-term viability.