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		Proton's entry into the local automobile market in 1985 has resulted in massive structural changes in the industry, which was reflected in the shift of the domestic car market, which depended on imported cars, particularly Japanese makes, to one that is dominated by locally made cars.
		One of the measures taken by Proton is in R and D sector.
		Imports of cars, which were on a high trend during 1995-97, fell in 1998 due to the economic slowdown that caused the low income in the country.
	www.american.edu /TED/proton.htm (3534 words)

	LANSA Web drives direct sales for Proton Cars Australia
		Proton Cars Australia, a subsidiary of car maker Proton Malaysia, is a front runner in a trend that is set to revolutionize the automotive industry.
		Proton Cars Australia is a wholly owned subsidiary of Proton Malaysia, who is the manufacturer and exports to 49 countries.
		Proton Cars Australia is focussed on its core operations and outsources parts warehouse, vehicle distribution and IT matters.
	www.lansa.com /casestudies/protonau.htm (1172 words)

	Proton - Wikicars
		By 2002 Proton held a market share of over 60 per cent in Malaysia, which was reduced to barely 30 percent by 2005 and is expected to reduce further in 2008 when AFTA mandates reduce import tariffs to a maximum of 5%.
		The Gen-2 is the first of cars to be manufactured and assembled at the new manufacturing plant in Tanjung Malim, Perak which is part of Proton City development project.
		In 2006, Proton's sales dropped 30.4% from 166,118 in 2005 to 115,538 for the Malaysia market,[3] with a later report indicating a 55% fall of sales to 962.3 million ringgit, its lowest in at least seven years.
	wikicars.org /de/Proton (974 words)

	Proton Gen2 (2004-) October 2004 Car Review - Carsales Editorial (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Proton Cars Australia is keen to point out it is not chasing market share with bargain basement pricing, like Hyundai did in the early 1990s -- instead it is keen to establish itself as a profitable supplier of affordable, practical cars.
		Proton is nailing a gap between the compact class and burgeoning small car class, which means Gen2 competes across a massive front.
		Proton Cars Australia plans to add a more powerful variant to the range in 2005, one that will be closer to the competition's 100kW-plus engines, and therefore more able to exploit the exciting potential exhibited by the Gen2's Lotus-tuned chassis.
	editorial.carsales.com.au /car-review/ce6647.aspx (1330 words)

	Proton cars \| Family Entertainment
		Proton Tiara was a compact car based on the Citroën AX, built under licence by Proton from 1996 to 2000.
		The facelifted 2007 Proton Waja was launched on 19 January 2007 with the new grille nearly identical to the Proton Savvy.
		Proton Gen.2 is the first fully Malaysian-developed (including chassis and engine) Proton car and the replacement model for the Proton Wira; launched on February 8, 2004.
	www.familypk.com /proton-cars (1925 words)

	Proton Cars, Cars at www.nsrfc.co.uk - Cars ource UK - Proton News Item
		It was the Cheyennes who were surprised and they proton cars could but obey orders, though from their manner, it was clear the trouble was not yet ended.
		They did not mean it Cars should be child's play and they admitted no amateur hunters and trappers: all were veterans of years' standing, and, when the party was fully made up, they numbered about a score.
		They were gone many weeks proton cars and when they returned to their homes, nearly if not all felt that they had engaged on their last trapping expedition.
	www.nsrfc.co.uk /proton-cars.html (1698 words)

	Proton cars at AllExperts
		Proton gained a lot of valuable engineering knowledge from its takeover of Lotus which ultimately led to a special Lotus badged version of the Satria being produced.
		However, the car's chassis and engine were sourced and adapted from Mitsubishi (except for the 1,800 cc variant, which was powered by a Renault engine).
		Proton still continued to sell the Wira after the Gen.2 was launched, due to having a huge supply of the vehicle still in stock.
	en.allexperts.com /e/p/pr/proton_cars.htm (1691 words)

	Proton launches new versions of models - Boston.com
		Proton's managing director, Syed Zainal Abidin Syed Mohamed Tahir, said a brand new model would be launched in the middle of the year and other new variants by the end of the year.
		Proton is hoping to reverse its fortune with a foreign strategic partnership that can provide it with technology and access to the international market.
		Proton's losses are expected to widen after the company reported a 250.3 million ringgit (US$71.5 million; euro55 million) loss in the three months ended September 2006 because of lower car sales and rising expenses.
	www.boston.com /business/articles/2007/01/19/proton_launches_new_versions_of_models (493 words)

	Proton Wira at AllExperts
		In the United Kingdom, the 4-door saloon was replaced by the Proton Impian in 2002, and the 5-door hatchback by the Proton Gen-2 in 2004.
		Proton Wira is popular among street racers in Malaysia as a tuner car because of its interchangeability with Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution parts, especially the engines.
		Proton Wira 1.6 is the first Proton* model to be installed with 4-speed automatic transmission as well as the first Proton model to have power windows for all 4 doors and also the first Proton model powered by a 16-valve engine.
	en.allexperts.com /e/p/pr/proton_wira.htm (567 words)

	Proton Cars UK Continues To Increase Dealer Network
		Mr Nigel Binks, Partner at new Proton dealer Pennine Way said: “As soon as we decided we wanted to become a franchised dealer, we spoke to a number of people and attended the Dealer Drive day at Millbrook where we met with the Proton representatives and had the chance to see the product.
		Proton tick all the boxes for us, we have had a good October and are looking forward to a bright future.”
		Proton was voted top out of 32 manufacturers in 11 of the areas, coming second in a further five areas, third place in two questions and fourth place in another three.
	www.theautochannel.com /news/2006/10/22/026211.html (538 words)

	Proton Cars Australia
		Proton Cars Australia have made a welcome return to Southern Tasmania with the appointment of a new dealer to sell and service its growing range of economical and sure-footed cars in Hobart.
		According to Proton Cars Australia’s managing director, John Startari, the expansion of the dealer network in Tasmania is part of the company’s plan to increase its representation as new models come on stream.
		“Proton has actively recruited high calibre dealers who have a desire to help build the marque and be a part of its growth and enormous potential, Mark and his team at Capitol in Hobart fitted that profile perfectly,” said John Startari.
	www.proton.com.au /news_events/news_readmore19.php (707 words)

	About Proton Engineering \| Proton Cars UK
		Proton have moved its UK headquarters to Hethel in Norfolk to be closer to its sister company.
		In 2001, the Impian was the first Proton to be built on an in-house platform and the saloon car was graced with ride and handling not normally found on 4-door saloons.
		Perhaps the most significant car in Proton's history is the GEN-2, launched in the UK in September 2004.
	www.proton.co.uk /about/engineering.php (737 words)

	Lotus Elise: DAILY EXPRESS NEWS, Lotus and Proton News
		Proton, he said, had slackened in recent years because of the lack of new models to compete in an ever-changing market.
		Proton Cars (UK), he said, recently re-positioned the Impian and is getting fairly good sales, mostly from traditional buyers who still like four doors.
		The other factors that would Proton Cars (UK) would be in terms of customer service, said Collier, adding that What Car magazine and JD Power had recently ranked the company high in terms of customer service and repairs, and this would help Proton in a highly-competitive market.
	www.sandsmuseum.com /cars/elise/information/press/magazine/magazine2004/dailyexpress.html (1084 words)

	Volkswagen drops plans to build cars with Proton - Boston.com
		As a first step, VW and Proton agreed to assemble two VW models from knock-down kits with some of the parts to be procured locally to help build up the domestic auto industry.
		Pischetsrieder said during the presentation that while it was still in talks with Proton, there were no more benefits to be attained out of the partnership for Volkswagen.
		Proton, of which Khazanah owns roughly 38 percent according to Proton's website, could not be reached for comment.
	www.boston.com /news/world/europe/articles/2006/01/12/volkswagen_drops_plans_to_build_cars_with_proton (505 words)

	Asia Times Online :: Southeast Asia news and business from Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam
		What's more, he added, Proton had to use locally sourced components as a form of national service to support local component makers, so it was unable to be as competitive as its rivals, which could source cheaper components from elsewhere.
		Though Proton recorded a 59% rise in net profit to RM810 million for the financial year ended March 31 on the back of increased production and sales, it is likely to find it harder to maneuver through the bumpy road that lies ahead.
		And in the first half of 2005, Proton's share in the passenger car sector slid further to 40% though total vehicle sales in the country was forecast to rise by 7% to 520,000 for the whole year.
	www.atimes.com /atimes/Southeast_Asia/GG30Ae01.html (2021 words)

	Proton Berhad
		PROTON, inspired by the government's call for a more competitive auto industry, introduced under the terms of the National Automotive Policy, would like to announce that car prices will be reduced across the board by 2.5 per cent to 7 per cent, depending on its model.
		Car buyers who have booked their new vehicles, but have yet to register these cars, will enjoy these new prices.
		As such, Proton will be manufacturing in the future a wider variety of vehicles which will cater to the varied demands of the consumer market.
	www.proton.com /about_proton/press/full_details.php?intArticleID=146 (271 words)

	Proton Cars Model Range Types
		Proton made a major step in upgrading its engineering capabilities when it acquired a share in Lotus Group International in October 1996 - this stake was increased to a 100% share in 2003.
		By 2002 Proton held a market share of over 60 per cent in Malaysia, which was reduced to 40 percent by 2004 and is expected to reduce further in 2008 when AFTA mandates reduce import tariffs to a maximum of 5%.
		Proton has operations in the United Kingdom and Australia and is aggressively marketing their cars in several other countries.
	www.ukcar.com /carspecs/basicmodels.asp?maker=Proton (790 words)

	Proton Savvy March 2006 Car Review - CarPoint Australia
		Proton's also happy to highlight the fact that the Savvy carries certification from the internationally-recognised, German compliance engineering, testing and quality registration group, TUV Rheinland.
		Proton also makes big claims for the Savvy's structural integrity, the car having achieved a three-star rating in the Australia-recognised Euro NCAP crash tests.
		Proton says 90 per cent of the engine's torque is available between 1750 and 4250rpm.
	www.carpoint.com.au /car-review/1636308.aspx (1741 words)

	Proton Cars Committed to Customer Care
		Proton Cars UK Ltd (PCUKL) has embarked on an ongoing nationwide customer handling programme through all its dealerships.
		With new products and ambitious acquisition targets set for 2006 Proton wishes to ensure its dealers are given all the support needed to further increase their level of customer service.
		Proton will be undertaking the customer handling programme with car industry experts Douglas Stafford which specialises in dealer performance evaluation, helping companies to improve the service provided to their customers.
	www.customerservicemanager.com /proton-cars-committed-to-customer-care.htm (213 words)

	Proton cars coming to India; launch plans, price photos and pictures
		Proton is currently in talks with car companies in India and China to introduce its cars.
		Proton is open to have a strategic partnership with an Indian partner, and divest a certain stake in their favour.
		Proton cars were selling as much as two-third a few years; now it is down to four out of ten.
	www.dancewithshadows.com /autoindia/proton-india.asp (274 words)

	Proton Savvy: solid value - Latest Road tests and Car reviews - CARSguide
		The Malaysian baby car was not on her shopping list at first, then she read about it and had committed within a week.
		But Proton is still battling to win ground in Australia, and has lost sales and share at home as it faces tougher competition without enough ammunition to compete.
		Proton claims it has a super-rigid body, is well-finished, tough and will be ideal for first-car buyers.
	carsguide.news.com.au /story/0,20384,20432791-5003140,00.html?from=public_rss (739 words)

	Six Quick Questions - John Startari, Proton - Motoring - CARSguide
		We also have the Gen.2, which is Proton's first total in-house project and is manufactured in an all-new factory north of Kuala Lumpur.
		In return, Proton will supply a Malaysian vendor base and manufacturing facilities within the Asean group of nations for Mitsubishi.
		Terms could not be agreed on the finer details of the original plan, which was platform sharing and joint manufacturing with Volkswagen taking a majority stake in the company.
	carsguide.news.com.au /story/0,20384,18473174-21822,00.html?from=public_rss (439 words)

	Proton - Press Room - Proton Cars Kicks off the Cars To The People tour in Exeter
		Visitors to the Proton stand will be the first to see Proton’s new 30ft exhibition unit at the start of its nationwide tour - a UK first for the Malaysian manufacturer.
		A Lotus Elise sports car and an MV Agusta motorbike will also be on show at the event to complete the Proton family of brands.
		Proton is literally taking their ‘Cars To The People’ and are giving visitors a chance to step inside, pop open the bonnet and boot and even take a test drive.
	www.proton-satria.co.uk /pressroom/details.asp?id=29 (621 words)

	2004 Proton Gen-2 Comments - Carsurvey.org
		The car couldn't start due to defective car battery when the car was not even one year old and I was charged RM270 although the car was still under warranty.
		I was made to pay for the defective car battery and the fused light bulbs although the car was still under warranty.
		Proton will always take things for granted because it is exempted from certain taxes imposed on other car brands.
	www.carsurvey.org /viewcomments_review_76310.html (1038 words)

	Proton cars to hit Saudi roads this month (Site not responding. Last check: )
		According to a study, the car market in Saudi Arabia is expanding by 12.7% a year due to its strong economy and customer-friendly packages offered by banks.
		On why the company chose to distribute Proton cars, Khaled said the most important factor was that Proton cars were made using very high technology.
		Khaled, who visited the Proton plant in Tanjung Malim along with several members of the Saudi media recently, said he was amazed by the technology used by the national carmaker.
	biz.thestar.com.my /news/story.asp?file=/2006/9/4/business/15323626&sec=business (662 words)

	Proton cars: 'Major Thai firm' to be distributor
		Proton cars: 'Major Thai firm' to be distributor
		A major Thai auto firm is set to secure a deal with Proton Holdings Bhd for the sole rights to distribute Proton cars in the country, a source from Bangkok was quoted as saying in Malaysia's Business Times.
		"Proton has opted for a powerful partner here in Thailand as this distributor is a major automotive player for passenger cars with a 30-year pedigree in the local automotive industry," a source said.
	www.nationmultimedia.com /2006/08/26/business/business_30012026.php (302 words)

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