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Recently, Malaysia’s Proton CEO, Li Chunrong said that Proton could be coming out with their first electric vehicle or EV “very soon”. Whether or not this means we could see said Proton EV appear commercially in 2024 or 2025 has yet to be revealed, so there are obviously no exact Malaysia release dates just yet. 

With electric vehicles (EVs) on the rise, Proton CEO Li Chunrong told the media that its own EV is going to launch "very soon". No specific date is set but not only will we get to see one, in fact, there will be two EVs in the plan. 

Finally, Proton officially unveiled its latest car - the Proton S70 as a new C-segment sedan lineup. There are four car models - starting with RM73,800 for the Executive, followed by Premium at RM79,800, then Flagship and Flagship X at RM89,800 and RM94,800 respectively.

Today, ACO Tech, a company within the PROTON Group unveiled the first automotive digital experience centre, PROTON Digital Xperience (PROTON DX) in Malaysia. Located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur in Quill City Mall, PROTON DX is a centre for car and technology enthusiasts, as well as serving as a platform for Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) education.

Proton Holdings Bhd has announced that it may accelerate the introduction of electric vehicles (EVs) suitable for Malaysian consumers as early as 2025. Previously, the national car manufacturer set a target for 2027 but has since expedited its projection.

Proton Holdings Bhd (Proton) has officially announced their Proton X90 SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle) and their first NEV or new energy vehicle. Featuring a 1.5L TGDI engine coupled with a 48V synergy electric motor system, the electric engine is there to provide an extra boost to help improve fuel efficiency and reduce gas emissions.

The International Trade and Industry Ministry (MITI) has revealed that it would be discussing with national car manufacturers Proton and Perodua on expediting the production of electric vehicles (EVs). Its minister, Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said that both companies would produce national EVs and introduce affordable EVs to Malaysians.

Chinese car giant Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co. Ltd (Geely) has recently launched a batch of satellites to orbit Earth that are designed to connect the next generation of fully-autonomous cars. The satellites may also potentially be used for any future autonomous cars by Malaysian national car Proton as Geely holds a 49.9 percent stake in the company.

An electric vehicle is a sustainable concept on paper but not everyone is on board yet. That said, Perodua already has the interest to manufacture electric vehicles at an affordable price and Proton may enter the phase as well.

Huawei has officially announced that starting from today onwards until 3 January 2021, you could stand a chance to win prizes worth up to RM300000 such as a Proton X50, Huawei Mate40 Pro, and many more with Huawei’s BETTER TOGETHER Christmas Carnival campaign. Those who are interested in taking part in the lucky draw can do so by purchasing Huawei products from any Huawei Experience stores, participating partners, as well as the Huawei online store, then fill out the form at their official website.