This is an interesting one, as we recently chanced across these two white Proton models somewhere in the vicinity of Ara Damansara. For those keeping track would remember that Proton launched the updated Proton Persona in August 2021 and new Saga in May 2022. So, what’s cooking with these two Proton models seen here? According to sources close to the matter, the Persona and Saga seen here is likely testing new electronic stability control (ESC) hardware for the South African market, as Proton re

With the waiting period for some new cars is stretching past the 6-month mark, many buyers have become rather impatient, and justifiably so. Take for example the 2022 Perodua Myvi. Book one today and you’ll be waiting up to 9.5 months before you can get the keys to your brand-new hatchback. If you thought that was bad, the waiting period for a Perodua Bezza stretches more than a year (13.5 months)! Also Read: Up to 13.5 months waiting period for a Perodua Bezza, here's the waiting period for oth

As the SST exempt period for CKD and CBU drew to a close on 30th June 2022, most car buyers are probably wondering, how much more does my favourite model cost now? Well, if you are looking for a Proton, these are the updated post-SST prices of their model range. Note that at the time of writing - only prices of the Saga, X70 and Exora have been released. Prices of the Iriz, Persona and X50 are expected to follow shortly and will be updated accordingly. SST-inclusive Proton model prices Variant P

The cat’s out of the bag – During the launch of the 2022 Proton Saga MC2 earlier today, Proton’s CEO Dr Li Chunrong said, "Over the next 2 years, we will launch at least 3 brand-new models". That pretty much confirms that Proton will be launching not one, not two, but at least three brand-new models over the next 2 years, starting from 2023. Geely Haoyue-based Proton X90 – Largest SUV yet The first one isn’t too hard to guess, as the model has been spotted in Malaysia a few times already. We’re

Proton aims for sales recovery in final months of 2021 as production, sales, and export activities resume. From June- to August-2021, Proton managed to achieve a total volume of 5,354 units, comprising a mix of online registrations and exports. Up to the end of August, total volume was 62,637 units, an increase of 1.6% over the same period in 2020. Units sold from June - August 2021 Model No. of units Saga 1,645 Persona 1,091 Exora 303 Iriz 753 X70 790 X50 764 Total 5,354* *sales of other models

Stay competitive in the segment Answering to consumer demands Better performance without compromising on fuel economy Netizens had polarising opinions when the 2019 Proton Saga facelift was announced to come with a 4-speed automatic. Some welcomed this move; others claim it’s a step back, technology-wise. The primary challenge here is to create greater model differentiation between the Saga and Persona. Although the two compete in different segments, the entry price point of a Persona is very cl