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The Sun
6 days ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
Proton appoints Ainol Azmil as covering deputy CEO
KUALA LUMPUR: Proton Holdings Bhd (Proton) has announced the appointment of Ainol Azmil as covering deputy chief executive officer (CEO), effective June 10, 2025. The carmaker said he will cover the role of Roslan Abdullah, who is leaving after serving five years as deputy CEO, and reporting directly to the group's chief executive officer Dr Li Chunrong. 'Concurrently, he will continue to serve his existing portfolio in corporate strategy and group technical procurement,' it said in a statement today. The company said Roslan has helped Proton reinforce its position as a prominent brand in Malaysia while also entering the electric vehicle market with its first product, the Proton 7. 'Proton welcomes Ainol to the role of covering deputy CEO. We are confident in his ability to take on this temporary appointment,' it said.
New Straits Times
6 days ago
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
Proton names Ainol Azmi as covering deputy CEO, Roslan Abdullah stepping down
KUALA LUMPUR: Proton has appointed Ainol Azmi as its covering deputy chief executive officer (CEO) effective June 10, 2025. He will take over the responsibilities of Roslan Abdullah, who is stepping down after serving five years as deputy CEO. Proton said Roslan was instrumental in reinforcing Proton's position as a top automotive brand in Malaysia and leading its entry into the electric vehicle (EV) market with the Proton 7. Ainol will report directly to Proton CEO Dr Li Chunrong. At the same time, he will continue to manage his current responsibilities in corporate strategy and group technical procurement. "Proton welcomes Ainol Azmil to the role of covering deputy CEO. We are confident in his ability to take on this temporary appointment. "At the same time, Proton would like to convey utmost gratitude to Roslan Abdullah for his contribution to the company and we wish him well in his future undertakings," Li Chunrong said.
The Sun
23-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
Proton to launch integrated tyre services
Proton is set to introduce integrated tyre services at selected authorised service centres across Malaysia following a strategic collaboration with Continental Malaysia. The move reflects Proton's ongoing commitment to enhancing customer convenience and delivering a more seamless vehicle ownership experience. Through this partnership, Proton service centres will be transformed into comprehensive one-stop hubs, offering tyre sales, professional installation, and after-sales support. These services will be delivered in cooperation with Continental Malaysia, one of the world's leading tyre manufacturers. By the end of December 2025, the company expects to roll out these offerings at 60 outlets nationwide, covering owners of all current Proton models. As part of this initiative, customers will be able to purchase and install new tyres during routine maintenance appointments. Prices will begin at RM211 per unit for models such as the Proton Saga. All tyres offered will be newly manufactured to ensure maximum safety, reliability, and performance, with installation carried out by Proton-certified technicians to uphold consistent service standards. The tyre service will also include Continental Malaysia's Total Confidence Plan (TCP), a one-year road hazard warranty that provides a one-to-one replacement in the event of unexpected damage. For added affordability, customers will have access to flexible financing solutions via Direct Lending, enabling tyre purchases through manageable monthly instalments. The introduction of tyre services comes as Proton continues to elevate its after-sales capabilities, striving to become the benchmark among original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in Malaysia. With an extensive network of 3S and 4S centres, professionally trained service personnel, and strategically located parts warehouses for rapid spares distribution, Proton has been reshaping the ownership journey for its customers. Among the brand's other key after-sales offerings are the FS90 Fast Service, which guarantees basic servicing within 90 minutes from check-in to key return; the ProCare Smart Plan (PSP), a maintenance programme offering savings with flexible payment options; and the MyProton App, which streamlines service bookings and provides real-time vehicle updates. In addition, Proton provides a Digital Owner's Manual, comprehensive Body & Paint (B&P) services, and the Proton Insurance Programme (PIP), which offers specialised accident repair and insurance solutions using genuine parts and expert technicians. Roslan Abdullah, Chief Executive Officer of Proton Edar, stated that while recent headlines have largely centred on the company's robust sales performance and new model introductions, Proton has also been investing heavily in upgrading its after-sales service. The introduction of tyre replacement marks the next phase in the transformation of its service centres into fully integrated one-stop facilities, reaffirming its mission to deliver a premium automotive experience to all Proton customers. Currently, Proton operates over 173 service centres and 73 Body & Paint facilities nationwide. Its 24-hour customer assistance hotline, available at 1-800-888-8398, ensures round-the-clock roadside support for added peace of mind. Customers seeking further details on the new tyre services or looking to find participating service centres are encouraged to visit the official Proton website or contact their nearest authorised Proton outlet.
New Straits Times
06-05-2025
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
Proton April sales up 14.7pct, boosted by e.MAS 7 EV debut
KUALA LUMPUR: Proton Holdings Bhd's sales increased 14.7 per cent in April, led by the brand's first electric vehicle (EV) model 7. Proton's group sales closed the month at 12,692 units, which also pushed the company's market share to 20.8 per cent. In comparison, total industry volume (TIV) for April is estimated to have grown by just 1.8 per cent year-on-year to 60,886 units and declined 16.3 per cent from March, reflecting slower sales during the festive period. "The strong results have strengthened the company's grip on second position in the overall automotive sales table in Malaysia," it said in a statement. "This comes at a time when offerings and price cuts from new brands have created an extremely competitive market environment, leaving car buyers with a wide range of options," it added. The 7 has seen its numbers climb each month since its launch in December last year. The trend continued in April as the model breached the 800-unit barrier by achieving 863 units. This brought year-to-date (YTD) sales to 2,716 units. Proton said this positioned the model as the best-selling EV in the country and the Proton brand in second place for overall EV sales despite currently having only one model in its range. "More importantly, the result means EVs now account for six per cent of overall Proton sales," said Proton. Proton Edar chief executive officer Roslan Abdullah said automotive sales in Malaysia continue to be robust with TIV in 2025 sits behind the record- setting pace from the previous year. "Our figures show the deficit currently stands at five per cent, which is respectable after two big festive periods in the first four months of the year. "With many new models slated for introduction over the next eight months, expect the gap to shrink as buyers are presented with a bevy of new options," he said. Meanwhile, the Proton X50 took the lead in the B-segment SUV market last month. A total of 2,389 units were sold in April, its highest volume for 2025. YTD sales climbed to 7,506 units as well as 420 units ahead of YTD sales from the previous year. The Proton X90 remains the default choice for buyers looking for a D-segment SUV, with 194 units sold in April, bringing YTD sales to 873 units. The Proton S70 remains as the dominant C-segment sedan model in Malaysia with another 1,716 units sold in April to boost its YTD total to 6,181 units. As for Proton X70, its YTD sales stood at 2,839 units after it sold 682 units last month. As for the other models, the Proton Saga achieved 5,213 sales last month, the Proton Persona finished the month as the second ranked B-segment sedan with 1,328 units sold while the Proton Iriz posted 290 sales and currently sits fourth for B-segment hatchback sales. Proton also saw export growth gathered momentum in April as the company had its best month for export sales in 2025. A total of 520 units were exported last month led by the Proton X50, Proton Saga and Proton 7, the latter being previewed at The Car Expo in Singapore during the first weekend of May. "Export sales remain a vital area of focus for Proton as we view it as the main driver of sales growth in the future. We continue to lay the groundwork for our expansion by adding our EV offerings to our export markets, which will help keep us ahead of the curve when EV adoption takes off overseas," added Roslan.
