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 …
GALLERY: Perodua Bezza Advance – updated looks
Perodua recently unveiled its updated Bezza for the 2017 model year, which introduces a few visual changes to Frost & Sullivan Malaysia’s 2017 Car of the Year. Here, we bring a full …
Perodua Total Protect insurance programme launched, 10-year coverage on excess, loading and betterment
Perodua has launched the Perodua Total Protect programme - the manufacturer's motor insurance programme which offers additional benefits and extended protection for Perodua owners. This provides full coverage of the vehicle's insured …
Perodua maintains 35.9% market share in Q1 of 2017 – 50,300 units registered, up 6.5% compared to last year
Perodua has registered a total of 50,300 vehicles in the first quarter (Q1) of 2017, an increase of 6.5% compared to the same period last year (47,200 units). With the Total Industry …
Perodua Bezza secures Frost & Sullivan Malaysia’s 2017 Car of the Year and Debut Car of the Year awards
Perodua secured a hat-trick of awards at the recent 2017 Frost & Sullivan Malaysia Excellence Awards, led by the popular Bezza. The company’s first-ever sedan not only secured the title of 2017 …
Perodua Bezza updated new rear bumper, chrome interior trim, leather upholstery – no change in price
It was caught earlier this week, and now it's official – the Perodua Bezza has been given an update for the 2017 model year. The company's first sedan has been given a …
SPIED: Perodua Bezza minor refresh – new rear skirt
It's not even a year after the Perodua Bezza was launched, and already there's a minor facelift waiting for it. Or rather, a tail-lift, if these photos are to be believed. You …
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 …
Malaysian and Japanese auto vendors to collaborate
Malaysia is looking at having its automotive vendors collaborating with their Japanese counterparts in a bid to tap into the growing ASEAN economic community market. The move aims to forge strategic partnerships …
