Proton Suprima X – SUV-style hatch design by MIMOS
Ever wondered what an SUV or crossover version of an existing Proton model, such as the Suprima S, would look like? That's exactly what local designer Saharudin Busri has envisioned – a …
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Proton offers 5-year free service on all models; test drive and win cash or petrol vouchers in contest
Proton is offering a five-year/100,000 km free service package (inclusive of parts, lubricants and labour), as part of its Amazing Value 5 Campaign. The offer is valid until the end of April …
Proton seeks up to RM1.8bil more from government, Geely back in contention as foreign strategic partner?
In a major turn of events, Proton is reportedly seeking additional funds from the government exactly a year after the latter agreed to provide RM1.5 billion soft loan; Geely, meanwhile, has apparently …
2017 Malaysian Speed Festival (MSF) – thrills and spills highlights from the Proton Saga Cup Round 1
https://youtu.be/eGn2IWT9axQ The first round of the 2017 Malaysian Speed Festival (MSF) concluded on February 26 this year, which saw an action-packed series of races from competitors duking it out in the Saga …
Foreign interest will take Proton global – geostrategist
The news that all bidders in the running to be Proton's foreign strategic partner (FSP) are still present and accounted for indicates that many parties want to take the Malaysian automaker to …
DRB-Hicom reiterates all parties that have submitted a bid for Proton are still present and accounted for
Another week, another statement - DRB-Hicom today issued a follow-up announcement to that made last week regarding the status of the interested parties bidding to become Proton's foreign strategic partner (FSP). In …
DRB-Hicom announces that all of Proton’s FSP bidders remain in the running – is Geely still in the picture?
Ah, the tangled tango continues to twirl. It seems that every automaker that submitted a bid to become Proton's foreign strategic partner (FSP) is still very much in the picture, which means …
Geely was keenly eyeing Lotus, looking at building Lynk & Co 01 SUV in Tanjung Malim with Proton deal
Chinese automaker Zhejiang Geely, reported to have withdrawn its bid to acquire a controlling stake in Proton, was said to be looking at the national carmaker's Tanjung Malim plant as a base …
Proton will announce its strategic partner by May
Proton will be able to announce its foreign strategic partner (FSP) by May, according to second international trade and industry minister Datuk Seri Ong Ka Chuan. He made this announcement following the …
Geely pulls out of its bid for a partnership with Proton
Looks like it's down to one. According to the South China Morning Post, Chinese automaker Zhejiang Geely has withdrawn from its bid to acquire a controlling stake in Proton. Geely president An …
Proton might follow Perodua’s path, with foreign strategy partner having a 51% equity stake – minister
Proton, which is in its final phase of deliberation over its choice of a foreign strategic partner (FSP), might follow Perodua's path by allowing its FSP to have a 51% equity stake …
More than 70% of local university grads choose to buy foreign vehicles rather than the national car – Proton
Some 70% of local university graduates who have completed their studies choose to buy foreign-made cars because they think Proton is not comparable to foreign brands, according to recently-appointed Proton Edar CEO …
Proton can compete internationally, but needs a foreign strategic partner to do so, says think tank
Proton has no other choice but to undertake a management paradigm shift and look to work with others, as Malaysia's limited population of 30 million doesn't offer it the economies of scale …
Geely may pull out of Proton partnership bid – report
Frontrunner for Proton's foreign strategic partner (FSP), Zhejiang Geely, may make a shock exit from negotiations, if a report by The Star is to be believed. The English language daily, quoting Bloomberg, …
Proton a “failed, white elephant project” – Nazri Aziz
In response to Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s comments of Proton’s equity potentially being sold to China’s Zhejiang Geely, tourism and culture minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Nazri Abdul Aziz has labelled the national …
Proton partner vital for new tech, larger market – PM
Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has had his say on Proton's current situation, where the national carmaker is currently evaluating foreign strategic partner bids from China's Geely and France's PSA …
PSA Group confirms bid for strategic partnership with Proton – targets expansion in Southeast Asia
According to a report by Automotive News Europe, France’s Groupe PSA confirmed it has submitted a bid for a strategic partnership with Proton. The company, along with China’s Zhejiang Geely are reportedly …
Sell Proton and jobs will be lost, vendors close shop, Malaysia will remain a third world country – Tun M
Everyone has an opinion about Proton, whether he or she is a "car person" or not. As a national carmaker, Proton is a subject of national interest, and rightly so, as policies …
Geely to make bid for Proton – Chinese automaker to offer latest vehicle tech as part of deal, report says
More on Proton's search for a foreign strategic partner (FSP). Reuters reports that Zhejiang Geely is expected to bid - as early as this week - for a strategic partnership with the …
Proton will not sell its majority stake to foreign partner
Second international trade and industry minister Datuk Seri Ong Ka Chuan has quashed rumours that Proton Holdings will sell 51% of its shares to a foreign partner, stating that a final decision …
