Proton not to be blamed for high car prices – Mahathir
In his latest blog post, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad exclaimed that Proton isn’t to be blamed for high car prices in the country. This follows the Proton chairman’s defensive call for Malaysians …
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Mahathir: Test drive Proton cars before judging them
Aware of the negative perception Proton has in its home country, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad called on all Malaysians to test drive the brand’s latest models before critically judging them. The news …
Proton’s GDI/TGDI engines will not replace CamPro
Proton's announcement of its upcoming new engine line-up has made many curious on the future of its current CamPro engines. The engine first debuted on the Gen2 in 2004, and since then, …
Proton NE01 2.0 engine to be turbo, no direct injection
Among the news that came out earlier this month was that Proton will be introducing a new Petronas-derived NE01 2.0 litre engine, which will be slotted into the upcoming Proton Perdana by …
Proton’s 1.3 turbo, 6MT “should logically appear” in future Proton models before GDI/TGDI arrival – CTO
At last year's Alami Proton event, the national carmaker showcased a Proton Iriz and Proton Exora that packed a prototype powertrain - a 1.3 litre turbocharged engine mated to a six-speed manual …
Proton prices to increase on Feb 15, by up to RM2k
It has happened. Proton has announced that prices of its cars will go up from February 15, as previously hinted at. The range of increase is from RM312 to RM2,021 depending on …
Proton’s new engine line-up – why so many variants?
When Proton announced its new engine family, a total of six engines were listed, including VVT, GDI and TGDI mills. Some have questioned why there is a need for so many engine …
Proton GDI and TGDI engines – maintainance cost to be less than CamPro, 20,000 km service interval
Proton’s upcoming new engine family will certainly be a technological step-up from its current CamPro offerings. With advanced features like direct injection, turbocharging and a higher compression ratio, will maintenance costs be …
Proton’s new torque converter CVT not from Punch
Proton's chief technical officer Abdul Rashid Musa has confirmed to paultan.org that the national carmaker's new torque converter CVT – to be matched to the company's upcoming new direct-injected engines, replacing the …
Proton new GDI and TGDI engines – why timing chain?
One of the big new additions to Proton's upcoming new engine family is the adoption of a timing chain, replacing the belt that has been used since the national carmaker started out …
Proton new GDI and TGDI engines detailed – modular design, higher compression ratio, future-proofed
In an exclusive interview with paultan.org, Proton chief technical officer Abdul Rashid Musa has shared some key details regarding the national carmaker's highly-anticipated new engine family – announced earlier this month – …
Proton CFE oil cooler hose issue – CTO speaks up
During a recent interview with Abdul Rashid Musa, the Proton chief technology officer also touched on a recent issue relating to the automaker’s CFE engine, which is used in models like the …
Will Proton’s new GDI/TGDI engines run on RON 95?
Proton’s recent announcement of its new GDI and TGDI engine line-up is certainly a statement of intent for the national carmaker. While the engines’ technical specifications and performance certainly does hold a …
SPYSHOTS: 2016 Proton Persona show us its rear
Not one to shy away from prying eyes and cameras, the 2016 Proton Persona has been spotted making its rounds again. This time, we have paultan.org reader Ameer Azhar Fadzilan to thank …
SPIED: 2016 Proton Persona gives clearest view yet
Yesterday we brought you renderings of what the 2016 Proton Persona may look like, and now we have a new high-resolution spyshot of the real deal, taken by reader Isaac Chan. Although …
SPYSHOTS: 2016 Proton Perdana shows off LED DRLs
This is probably the best set of spyshots of the 2016 Proton Perdana so far, with front and rear three quarter shots plus a side profile view of the large sedan. Some …
2016 Proton Persona rendered by PDC 2014 winner
Hot on the heels of the renders of the 2016 Proton Saga that we brought you this morning come these of its larger sibling, the 2016 Proton Persona, this time courtesy of …
2016 Proton Saga rendered, based on current model
It will certainly be a busy 2016 for Proton, as it plans to launch not one, but four cars, including three sedans. Perhaps the most significant one would be the 2016 Proton …
Proton “It’s in the drive” campaign – RM6.2k discount, 2.8% interest rate, win a Suprima S and other prizes
Proton recently launched a new nationwide campaign dubbed “It’s in the drive," which will run from January 23, 2016 until March 31, 2016. During the campaign period, roadshows will be held at …
SPIED: 2016 Proton Perdana races towards production
The 2016 Proton Perdana will be unveiled soon, and we can't wait to finally see the first new national D-segment sedan in 11 years in the flesh. In the meantime, here are …
