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*Yes, Proton REALLY has a ‘new’ model, a ‘Prhonda’!

*THE PROTON EV

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THE CHALLENGE FOR THE PROTON IRIZ
For economies of scale, at least 150,000 of the Proton Iriz must be produced yearly. That is the magic number of buyers it requires: 150,000.

To achieve that figure, it has two obstacles. Firstly, it must regain the confidence of the Malaysian car buyer. Secondly, it has to take market share from the Perodua Myvi.

The Iriz has made a good start: 17,000 bookings. However, RHB Research says that not all of those bookings will actually translate into actual vehicle deliveries because of  the high 60% financing rejection rate for the purchase of cars in this category.

http://www.thesundaily.my/news/1182541

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Wow, what an achievement! After so many generations of Protons, at last, the power windows won’t fail!

Mahathir: No more Proton cars with faulty windows

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THE PROTON IRIZ HAS BEEN LAUNCHED!
17,000 pre-launch bookings..

1. The Iriz is priced between RM42,438 and RM62,888.
2. It’s a hatchback.
3. Choose from Standard, Executive and Premium.
4. Choose one of 7 colours.

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Proton Iriz Product Information Video

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Latest on SAYS ‏@saysdotcom 7h

OFFICIAL: Proton Launches The RM42,000: Iriz http://bit.ly/protoniriz  #Proton #Iriz #NewProton pic.twitter.com/srAb2g5If4

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The Proton Iriz is equipped with a 6.2″ LCD screen with DVD, GPS navigation and it’s wifi enabled #NewProton pic.twitter.com/nGkmcdPI2D

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Its IRIZ! @ProtonMalaysia #drmahathir #proton #malaysia #pcc #compactcar #latest pic.twitter.com/FL9aYSRfnn

The Star ‏@staronline 3h

The 1.6L premium Iriz model has six airbags, a sports body kit, a 6.2″ LCD screen with DVD, GPS navigation #NewProton pic.twitter.com/PcdS42bVWU

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YAHOO! NEWS MALAYSIA

Perodua Axia or PCC?

Motor Trader Malaysia – Thu, Sep 18, 2014

As you may have heard, the Perodua Axia has finally made it onto showroom floors with prices ranging from RM24,600.00 for the base model all the way up to RM42,530.00 for the highest spec one. This means, there is an Axia for everyone. It’s an impressive bit of kit to say the least but with the launch of the PCC looming ever closer begs the question – should you splash the cash for a Axia now or wait till Proton’s Compact Car is launched on 25th September?

FOR THE ARTICLE, CLICK ON:

https://my.news.yahoo.com/axia-pcc-043758799.html

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*The all-important question, and for me, the only question, is, “HOW MUCH IS THE PROTON COMPACT CAR?

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THEY WILL PROBABLY ‘GIVE’ DR MAHATHIR A PROTON IRIZ…

Proton PCC undisguised – driven by Tun Mahathir

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WAS SOMEONE LYING OR WAS IT A CASE OF THE CEO KNOWING TOO LITTLE ABOUT HIS OWN PRODUCTS?

Proton Holdings Bhd chief executive officer Datuk Abdul Harith Abdullah has been quoted as having said that the PCC is not an A-segment car, not 1.5 litre engine and below. (The Star, Proton compact to be ‘game changer’)

However, consider the latest report.

When launched, the PCC will be offered with a choice of two engines, which are a newly developed 1.6-litre VVT unit and a 1.3-litre VVT one that is said to be a reworked version of the current 1.3-litre CamPro engine.

https://my.news.yahoo.com/proton-finally-reveals-pcc-glory-152550780.html

YAHOO! NEWS MALAYSIA

From the front, the contours as well as the headlights look very similar to that of the Saga FLX, while the grille and chrome pieces look akin to that of the Preve.

https://my.news.yahoo.com/proton-finally-reveals-pcc-glory-152550780.html

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Proton’s latest car is not a GSC (Global Small Car) but a PCC (Proton Compact Car).

LATEST

Proton Holdings Bhd chief executive officer Datuk Abdul Harith Abdullah has said:

1. PROTON SAYS THAT ITS ALL-NEW CAR IS THE PROTON COMPACT CAR (PCC).

2. THE PCC IS NOT AN A-SEGMENT CAR (1.5 LITRE ENGINE OR BELOW).

3. IT WILL BE LAUNCHED AT THE DRB-HICOM PLANT IN TANJUNG MALIM, ON 25 SEPTEMBER 2014, PROBABlY BY DR MAHATHIR, PROTON CHAIRMAN.

4. HOW MUCH WILL IT COST? INDUSTRY SOURCES SAY THAT IT WILL BE RM40,00 AND ABOVE.

The Star, Proton compact to be ‘game changer’

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THE ALL NEW PROTON HAS 6 AIRBAGS!

• 5-Star ANCAP certified,
  VDC equipped.
  There’s no better assurance than knowing you’ll be riding in a car that has achieved the highest internationally recognised standards in all test categories. Top it off with Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), you’re safely protected by a host of intelligent safety features far better than many other cars in and outside its class.
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  THE ALL-NEW PROTON MODEL

  Stay socially connected
  to your world. In style.

  As a true millennial, there are always places to go, people to meet. Now, imagine achieving that by zipping around in a ride that’s sporty yet roomy enough to make you the new favourite designated driver among your friends.
• Entertainment at
  your fingertips.
  Featuring a state-of-the-art touchscreen PROTON infotainment system to keep you in the groove. Best of all? It functions as a WiFi hotspot, so you and your passengers can catch up on all those social media updates.
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COMING SOON: A new local car that will be dominating Malaysian roads. http://mafzam.readthisstory.net/my-346161-5702

http://betulbetulonz.com.my/?utm_source=Says&utm_medium=Says&utm_campaign=Proton%20Prebuzz%E2%80%8B

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YAHOO! NEWS MALAYSIA

Not to be outdone by Perodua, Proton has released exterior images of its upcoming global small car, which should break cover next month.

While a lot of attention is focussed on Perodua’s all-new model, the Axia, which will be launched in the near future, Proton too has been teasing the public with its upcoming hatchback that it calls the Proton Compact Car (PCC) and which is widely rumoured to have the name of ‘Iriz’. Like Perodua, Proton’s teasers have not revealed the complete shape of the model, instead highlighting some of the features that will come with it.
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Recent information suggests that it will have a 1.3-litre engine with possibly a turbocharged variant for extra performance, and almost certainly, the gearbox will be a CVT which is the best choice for this class of cars. Though an AMT (like that used in the Savvy) is a low-cost option, it has never been liked by motorists due to its unusual operation and Proton already has experience with CVTs in the Saga.

With its indirect support from the government, Proton would be able to price the new model lower than what other carmakers would have to charge for a car in this class. However, its Chairman has hinted that Malaysians should no longer expect to pay low prices for Proton products in future. “Now Proton wants to produce cars that are of world standard, but you have to pay a higher price. You can’t have a good car and pay a ‘bad’ car price,” said Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad last month.

https://my.news.yahoo.com/protons-compact-car-pcc-134842485.html

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Star

A compiled picture of the new Proton Compact Car.

PETALING JAYA: Proton has released a sneak peek of their latest Compact Car, with teaser images now uploaded to a microsite.

The six images on the website www.betulbetulonz.com.my shows several features, including dual front, side and curtain airbags, three rear headrests as well as rear and front cup holders.

“Dual front, side and curtain airbags are fitted into your ride to keep not just you, but your passengers safe and sound,” said Proton on the microsite.

Proton also shared images of the car’s dashboard display, which shows new features such as Bluetooth and an integrated map system in a built-in dashboard touchscreen display.

“It functions as a WiFi hotspot, so you and your passengers can catch up on all those social media updates,” added the national carmaker.

Sneak peeks of the new car posted on the microsite.

http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2014/08/31/Proton-sneak-peek-car/

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Malaysia – VW Up! rivaling Proton P2-30A global hatchback gets 6 airbags; features list leaked

Posted on Aug 14 2014 – 5:30pm IST

The Proton P2-30A will be powered by a VVT petrol engine.

As the Proton P2-30A slowly approaches its D-Day, more details are surfacing online. Keretamoto has uploaded what appears to be a leaked features list of the ‘Proton Compact Car’ (PCC).

The Proton P2-30A gets safety features like 6 airbags, ABS, TCS and ESC.

While engine options still remain a mystery, the leaked document indicates that it will breathe via VVT (Variable Valve Technology). The hatchback which is rumored to be called as the Proton Iriz is the first product by the Malaysian automaker to be equipped with electric power steering (EPS).

The motor will employ a Bosch Engine Management System (EMS) and will come with a 5-speed manual gearbox or a CVT (automatic). The body shell’s crash worthiness is enhanced by Proton’s RESS (Reinforced Safety Structure) technology.

For more:

http://indianautosblog.com/2014/08/proton-p2-30a-compact-car-feature-list-malaysia-141499

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IS THE PROTON P2-30A ANOTHER PRHONDA-TYPE CAR?

It was supposed to be a tie-up with Lotus but that was back in 2010.

(http://www.themalaysianinsider.com/business/article/proton-lotus-to-jointly-develop-global-small-car)

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The Proton P2-30A, also known as the Proton Global Small Car, is a five-door city car in development by Malaysian automobile manufacturer Proton. It will launch in mid-2014 as the successor to the Proton Savvy. 

The P2-30A will be powered by an all-new range of Proton engines and is designed with a larger emphasis on global markets.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Proton_P2-30A

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Haji Marlboro ‏@ThePininfarina Aug 11

Proton‘s Global Small Car spec sheet leaked. http://funtasticko.net/panas-spesifikasi-proton-compact-car-pcc-bocor/ …

PANAS : Spesifikasi Proton Compact Car (PCC) bocor!

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Amboi..lawanya. proton baru? http://paultan.org/tags/proton-p2-30a-global-small-car/?utm_source=iriztrailerspyshot&utm_medium=fbcpc&utm_campaign=fbcpc … pic.twitter.com/L3U1fWGfTo

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Maleque Arrasyiddin ‏@OmenDeMalicious Aug 11

Rear shape tu yg agak spoil coz savvy like #TwitMotor http://paultan.org/tags/proton-p2-30a-global-small-car/?utm_source=iriztrailerspyshot&utm_medium=fbcpc&utm_campaign=fbcpc …

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Faizal ‏@f4izalhassan May 2

A clearer view of the Proton P2-30A GSC dashboard – first look at non-touchscreen head unit pic.twitter.com/h6WjseHcsO

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Syamim Jamain ‏@amim_JK May 16

What has been seen, cannot be unseen. Left: 2014 Maserati Ghibli Right: 2013 Proton P2-30A prototype pic.twitter.com/xdGKCY8YqY

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Latest Proton P2-30A spyshot. I was warned to post this pic only, because the other one was too “revealing” mmmm pic.twitter.com/Eyc6sMpjtk

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Spyshot: Proton‘s Global Compact Car (GCC). Proton Iriz? A serious myvi contender btw 🙂 http://funtasticko.net/gempar-foto-global-compact-car-gcc-proton-tersebar-di-alam-maya/ … pic.twitter.com/dRLPtkLOXn

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Photos: paultan.org

PROTON’S GLOBAL SMALL CAR P2-30A

Proton Global Small Car P2-30A spied on Fed Highway

PROTON-GSC-3

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Video: Proton P2-30A Global Small Car Spy Video

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PublicInvest Research, “Proton’s global small car, which is expected to be launched in the second half of this year, (delayed from April) will likely be a game-changer for Proton.”

(http://www.thestar.com.my/Business/Business-News/2014/05/24/Dr-M-in-the-hot-seat-While-some-say-his-appointment-as-Proton-chairman-is-a-bad-move-others-feel-he/)

Really?

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funtasticko.net

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