SPYSHOTS: 2016 Proton Persona spotted yet again
The upcoming 2016 Proton Persona has been spotted again, this time with a closer look at the front and rear of the Iriz-based B-segment sedan. Thanks to reader Jian Wei for the …
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Perodua increases market share in slow January 2016
Yesterday, we reported that the Malaysian automotive industry has had a subdued start to the year, with lacklustre January 2016 sales figures caused by a hangover from a strong end to 2015, …
Proton to still build good, not cheap cars; “we can de-spec them, but we hesitate to do that,” says Tun M
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tAU2v-J-ZPc When he was first appointed, Proton chairman Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad said that the national carmaker would switch strategies from making of cheap cars into building better, more competitive cars at …
Tun M discusses Proton’s future export/CKD plans
https://youtu.be/OnGSo6o4XeE Part of Proton’s future plans includes expanding its presence in export markets. Earlier in the year, the national carmaker made an official return into the Chilean market with its Preve and …
VIDEO: Tun M discusses the next-gen Proton Exora
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6ggnBYfA_g One of the more popular MPVs offered to Malaysians is the Proton Exora. Launched back in 2009, the seven-seater has received a series of mechanical and aesthetic upgrades over the years …
Tun Mahathir on Proton’s ambitious 2016 sales target
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lEvRWqE7azk This year, Proton is aiming to sell 150,000 cars, a 50% increase from 2015’s sales figure of about 100,000 cars. A tall order indeed, but not a far-fetched one, according to …
Lotus SUV to be built and sold outside China, sedan to follow; both under consideration for Proton – Tun M
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=54aDAr9bPcM Lotus' plans of building its first SUV – slated to be unveiled sometime next year – has been made public for some time, and now Proton chairman Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad …
VIDEO: New Proton Arena pick-up in development
https://youtu.be/xEribjVhUFQ During our recent interview with Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, we asked the Proton chairman to share his thoughts on the Arena, along with the progress and outlook on the aggressive-looking pick-up …
“We will never progress if we just rebadge, we might as well just import cars,” said Proton’s Tun Mahathir
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzQvZtgbQDs One of the key points of the interview with Proton chairman Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad was the national carmaker's dogged determination in developing its own cars with its own technology – …
Why are Proton cars so cheap in the export markets?
https://youtu.be/BrGIdOC3UZg One of the most pressed-upon topics involving Proton is its participation in various export markets. The public has long complained, why are Proton cars sold in foreign markets so cheap? Well, …
Perodua will continue with locals-only hiring policy
Amidst news that 1.5 million workers from Bangladesh will be brought to Malaysia, Perodua will not change its policy of employing only Malaysians. This was said by Perodua president and CEO Datuk …
Proton needs to return to export market – Tun Mahathir
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vMQ_MBuvOc Proton chairman Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has reiterated the importance for the national carmaker to return to the international market, in order to boost its volume. The former premier told paultan.org …
Perodua signs MoU with PERDA to share resources, groom young talent in the automotive sector
The Penang Regional Development Authority (PERDA) and Perodua today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to work together with the aim of upskilling the youths of Penang in the automotive sector. This …
VIDEO: Tun Mahathir discusses Proton’s quality and service issues, plus the brand’s revival plans
https://youtu.be/X-Mt16lig2s Proton is on a mission to revitalise its image with several initiatives. This includes, but is not limited to, the introduction of new products, a new philosophy, new logo and tagline, …
“Proton is not doing well, I don’t want to give too many excuses, but there are many reasons” – Tun Mahathir
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJNK4dlyqRE In an interview with paultan.org, Proton chairman Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad gave us a rather frank admission of the current state of Proton and its various issues, as well as revealing …
Proton lost value for money proposition to foreign makes due to longer loan tenures – CEO
Proton CEO Datuk Abdul Harith Abdullah has said that over the years, the national carmaker has lost its value for money advantage over foreign brands, as the recent popularity of longer loan …
Proton introduces new My Taxi service – extended warranties, cheaper costs, priority service days
Proton is undertaking a new initiative that will benefit taxi drivers in Malaysia, called My Taxi. The special programme is designed to provide taxi drivers with dedicated assistance where their Protons are …
Proton aims to resolve, improve upon quality issues
The public’s negative perception towards Proton has long extended towards the quality of its vehicles produced. Briefly, the term “QC” and its association with Proton do not attract the kindest of words. …
Perodua Tweckbot free car inspection heads to Johor
Perodua’s Tweckbot free car inspection programme, now in its sixth year of operation, is heading to Johor this week. The Tweckbot team will be stationed at the Giant Muar Mall, Johor from …
Proton introduces new courtesy car service for owners
Proton’s revamp of its service network also includes the addition of a new courtesy car service. This isn’t something new as other manufacturers have already been doing the same, but it is …
