Is Proton coming back to Australia? Cut-price rival to Chinese brands like MG, GWM and Chery to get right-hand drive production – Car News

9 August 2024, 5:48 pm

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Is Proton coming back to Australia? Cut-price rival to Chinese brands like MG, GWM and Chery to get right-hand drive production – Car News
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Is Proton coming back to Australia? Cut-price rival to Chinese brands like MG, GWM and Chery to get right-hand drive production – Car News
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Proton, the Malaysian car company that disappeared from Australia in 2017, could be making a comeback thanks to an influx of funds from part-owner Geely. Geely plans a global expansion, including Australia, New Zealand, and the UK, with production set to increase once the new manufacturing facility in Malaysia is complete. The timing of Proton’s return to Australia is unknown, but Geely may leverage local familiarity with the brand. Geely also has majority stakes in Volvo, Lotus, Polestar, Lynk & Co, and Zeekr. The return of the popular Jumbuck ute is uncertain, but a larger electric ute based on the Radar RD6 may be offered.

Brands mentioned: Proton, Geely, Mitsubishi, Volvo, Lotus, Polestar, Lynk & Co, Zeekr.

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