Proton
Malaysia’s Proton begins construction of new EV plant in Tanjung Malim
Malaysia's national automaker Proton has on Friday taken the next step to achieving its goal of local electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing following a commencement of construction ceremony for a new production plant at its high tech Tanjung Malim facility.
Malaysian automaker Proton launches first electric vehicle
Malaysia-based national automotive brand Proton has launched the company’s and the nation’s first electric vehicle (EV).
Proton : 87% of local suppliers express intention to collaborate with China suppliers in EV components
Survey shows 87 percent of Proton Holdings Bhd's suppliers intend to collaborate with China suppliers in electric vehicle (EV) component, the Malaysian national automaker said Wednesday.
Malaysia’s national carmaker Proton plans to launch 5 EV models under e.MAS brand – report
Proton Car is the national car brand of Malaysia. The brand was established in the early 1980’s at the behest of the Malaysian government, and later reverted to semi-private ownership under DRB Hicom. Zhejiang Geely Holding Group purchased 49.9 percent of Proton Cars.
Malaysian automaker Proton opens R&D facility in China
Malaysian national carmaker Proton Holdings Bhd has opened its research and development (R&D) center at Hangzhou Bay in China last Saturday to strengthen its collaborative efforts with its existing partner Zhejiang Geely Holding Ltd (Geely) in a move to complement its existing facilities in Malaysia.
Malaysia’s national car Proton hints about launching new energy vehicles soon – report
Proton Car is the national car brand of Malaysia. The brand was established in the early 1980’s at the behest of the Malaysian government, and later reverted to semi-private ownership under DRB Hicom. In May 2017, Zhejiang Geely Holding Group and DRB-Hicom signed a deal that will see Zhejiang Geely Holding Group buy a 49.9 percent stake in Proton Cars.
A closer look at Warren Buffett-backed Chinese EV giant BYD’s plan in Malaysia
Besides BYD, several Chinese car makers such as Great Wall Motor, SAIC Motor and Geely have been expanding their footprint in Southeast Asia.
Malaysia’s Proton forms partnerships with E-bidding firms myTukar, MUV and Carsome
Malaysian national carmaker Proton has formalized strategic partnerships with three E-Bidding Companies (EBC), namely myTukar, MUV and Carsome, to refine the disposal process of trade-in cars for customers.
Lotus Cars aims to re-establish brand in Malaysia – report
All-new fully electric Lotus Eletre was aunched on Thursday (Apr 13) in the Malaysian market and for the first time in Asia.
