News & Reviews:   Proton

PRO-NET, a wholly-owned subsidiary of PROTON Holdings Berhad, announced an investment of over RM40 million to develop local digital infrastructure and advanced vehicle platforms through the Proton e.MAS series.

During the long weekend, Proton e.MAS Cars' released a social post about the upcoming e.MAS 5 featuring Y.S Khong, who was a Malaysian Rally champion decades ago. Not only was he promoting the EV, but also indirectly revealed the launch date, which is scheduled on 30 October 2025.

PROTON recently moved 1400 employees to Tanjong Malim. This is a significant change for the Malaysian based automobile company. So, what should you know about it?

Proton, through its subsidiary PRO-NET, today announced the launch of a DC charging hub based at Proton Tanjung Malim. So, what should you know about it?

Today, Proton's first electric vehicle (EV) production plant was officially opened by Prime Minister YAB Dato' Seri Anwar Bin Ibrahim. So, what should you know about it?

Malaysia’s journey towards smarter, greener mobility reached a historic milestone today as the all-new Proton e.MAS 5 made its first public appearance at the National Day Parade in Putrajaya. So, what should you know about it?

In a milestone move for PRO-NET, the official distributor of Proton e.MAS and smart Malaysia vehicles, the company has officially handed over a fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) to the Ministry of Transport (MOT). The handover, which took place on 26 August, aligns with the national Low Carbon Mobility Blueprint (LCMB) 2021–2030 and reinforces PRO-NET’s role in driving the country’s transition to sustainable transportation.

Proton’s first dedicated electric vehicle (EV) plant in Tanjung Malim is almost ready and is expected to begin operations in September 2025.

Proton has officially launched Lumo, a new privacy?centric AI assistant, with the Lumo Plus plan priced at USD12.99 per month (approximately RM59). The tool is now accessible on web browsers and mobile apps, offering both free and paid tiers for users in Malaysia and worldwide.

Proton has announced plans to localise key vehicle components—namely advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), braking, lighting, and HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) systems—through partnerships with Geely-affiliated suppliers.