Proton X10 based on Geely Panda Mini for Malaysia?
Our rendering of a Geely Panda Mini with a Proton "infinite weave" grille This cute little hatchback you see here went viral on social media a few weeks ago. It is called …
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Proton X50 (2020-2023) New & Used Car Buyer’s Guide
First launched in 2020, the Proton X50 is a B-segment SUV based on the Geely Binyue. It is the second model that Proton launched as part of a cooperation with its shareholder …
Proton, ACO Tech open Proton DX – first automotive digital experience centre in Malaysia in Quill City Mall
Proton along with ACO Tech has officially opened Proton Digital Xperience (Proton DX), the first automotive digital experience centre in the country. Located in the centre of Kuala Lumpur, Proton DX occupies …
Perodua Traz rendered based on Toyota Yaris Cross – DNGA D66B to rival B-segment Proton X50?
Here’s another set of renders of the Perodua D66B, which is rumoured to be the carmaker’s upcoming B-segment SUV that will sit above the Ativa in the line-up. Also referred to as …
Perodua should add electronic stability control (ESC) and ABS to ‘rahmah spec’ Axia E – Dr Wee Ka Siong
MCA president and ex-transport minister Dr Wee Ka Siong has posted on his social media platforms urging carmakers to reconsider selling brands new cars without ABS (antilock braking system) and ESC (electronic …
Perodua Axia sales in Malaysia – 606,756 units of both generations delivered to customers as of May 31, 2023
At today’s introduction of the Perodua Axia E, the carmaker revealed it has registered 606,756 units of the Axia model as of May 31, 2023. According to Perodua, the figure includes units …
2023 Perodua Axia E launched, cheapest car in Msia at RM22k, RM300/month – old 2017 bumper, still no VSC
The Perodua Axia E is back, just as the carmaker promised when it launched the second-generation Axia in February this year. To be clear, the Axia E being introduced (or reintroduced depending …
2023 Proton X50 and X70 launched in Mozambique
Proton has announced it has entered a new export market in May 2023 in a recent release that also highlighted its sales performance last month. According to the carmaker, Mozambique is its …
2023 Perodua Axia E manual spotted in Malaysia – new grey colour, older bumper design; launching soon?
When Perodua launched the second-generation Axia in February this year, the carmaker said it would continue to produce the E variant of the first-generation model to fulfil its role as the most …
Proton sold 13,268 cars in May 2023, 40.9% increase – 21.5% market share; YTD up 35.5% at 62,970 units
Proton has announced it sold 13,268 cars (including exports) in May 2023, which represents a 40.9% increase from the month prior (April 2023). The latest figure is also 35.5% more when compared …
Geely transfers Proton shares to another subsidiary to reduce ‘connected transactions’ – what is this about?
Last month, there was an announcement by Bursa Malaysia-listed DRB-Hicom, which said that Zhejiang Geely Holding (ZGH), via wholly-owned subsidiary Geely International (Hong Kong) Ltd (GIHK), has transferred its entire equity interest …
2023 Proton Saga gets new Aisin 4AT gearbox – no change in pricing and equipment; same 1.3L engine
We've been informed that Proton has changed suppliers for the four-speed automatic transmission used in the Proton Saga MC2 from Hyundai to Aisin. This running change wasn’t formally announced by the carmaker …
Tengku Zafrul shown Daihatsu Mira EV prototype in Japan – Perodua Axia electric planned for Malaysia?
Following a recent meeting with vehicle parts supplier D-ACT in Japan, minister of investment, trade and industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz was in Kyoto for a tour of Daihatsu’s production …
Not just “grille engineering” – 5 ways Proton engineers made the Proton X50 safer than the Geely Binyue
It is a common misconception that Proton engineers are simply slapping a Proton badge onto Geely cars without contributing any engineering work. The process of adapting a Geely car to meet Proton's …
Proton X90 maintenance costs vs X70, Honda CR-V – is the mild hybrid SUV more expensive to service?
Launched in May this year, the Proton X90 is the national carmaker’s new three-row SUV that is powered by a 1.5 litre turbocharged three-cylinder GDI engine, with the latter being similar to …
Perodua, Public Bank collaborate to provide financing facilities to dealerships, online submission of docs
Perodua and Public Bank have signed a memorandum of collaboration (MoC) to provide financing facilities to Perodua authorised dealers. The deal will enable Public Bank to interface and facilitate digitalisation via online …
Proton launches new 3S centre located in Puncak Jalil
Proton and its dealer partner Atiara Johan Group have launched a new 3S centre located in Puncak Jalil, Seri Kembangan, Selangor. The new Jaya Johan dealership is the third Proton outlet in …
Proton cars to get integrated smart parking system – find and pay parking through app on Atlas head unit
HeiTech Padu and its joint venture partner, ACO Tech, have signed a memorandum of collaboration (MoC), which will see both companies work together to integrate the Penang Smart Parking system into infotainment …
Proton S70 – is everyone wrong about the name of the upcoming sedan based on the Geely Emgrand?
Proton's second launch of the year will be a sedan that we've all been calling the Proton S50, and not without reason. The donor car is the Geely Emgrand, which is built …
2023 Proton X90 spec-by-spec comparison – Standard, Executive, Premium and Flagship, RM124k to RM153k
The Proton X90 was officially launched by prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim last Sunday, and its arrival marks the national automaker's first foray into the D-segment SUV market. LINK: Book Proton …
