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05 May 2009

Proton release details of £2,000 scrappage scheme

In the Budget on Wednesday 22 April, Chancellor Alistair Darling announced the introduction of a Government Scrappage Scheme, a £2,000 allowance on vehicles aged 10 years or over. Proton are pleased to announce that the scrappage allowance will be available across the range.

24 Apr 2009

Government Launches £2,000 Scrappage Scheme

In the Budget on Wednesday 22 April, Chancellor Alistair Darling announced the introduction of a Government Scrappage Scheme, a £2,000 allowance on vehicles aged 10 years or over.

13 Mar 2009

Proton Appoints New Dealer in Bury

Value for money brands are back and now Proton has recruited a new dealer to bring its product range to cost-conscious motorists in Bury.

12 Mar 2009

0% Finance and 5 Year Warranty from Proton

Proton have introduced a range of GEN-2 Special Edition vehicles, available with a host of extras as standard, plus great finance deals and an extended warranty.

29 Jan 2009

Great products at a budget price from Proton

Value for money brands are back – and a new Proton could be exactly what you’re looking for with 3 year/60,000 mile warranty and 3 years FREE RAC cover as standard, plus FREE metallic paint until 31st March 2009.

31 Dec 2008

FREE metallic paint on all Proton models

On all our models until 31st March; your choice of metallic paint worth £320 absolutely FREE!

12 Dec 2008

Proton Launch Dealer Websites

Proton Cars are proud to launch a new network of websites; each focused on a Proton dealership to highlight local news, events and contact details that compliment the existing national coverage found on proton.co.uk.

01 Dec 2008

New Satria Neo Sport now available

Proton now offer a Sport variant of its Lotus-developed Satria Neo 1.6 GSX.

17 Oct 2008

Save £2,500 on a Lotus-engineered Satria Neo

The great Proton autumn clearance sale just keeps getting better, this time with £2,500 off a Satria Neo 1.6 GSX until 31st December 2008.

22 Sep 2008

Save at least £2,000 on a GEN-2 LE

Grab a real bargain this autumn on a Limited Edition Proton GEN-2, available now from just £6,995 on the road.

01 Sep 2008

Half price motoring with the new dual fuel ecoLogic

Proton has expanded its GEN-2 range with the addition of two dual fuel models able to run on either petrol or LPG (liquefied petroleum gas).

06 Aug 2008

New PDI facility promises more benefits for Proton dealers and customers

Proton Cars (UK) Ltd. have successfully launched a new in-house Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) facility at their head office and parts distribution centre in Avonmouth, Bristol.

03 Jun 2008

Great Finance Offers on GEN-2 LE

Great finance deals are now available on the GEN-2 hatchback LE in Energy Orange 1.3 GLS manual transmission and 1.6 GSX manual and automatic models.

02 Apr 2008

Proton Cars win award for 'Best Website Design'

Proton Cars (UK) scooped an award for ‘Best Website Design’ at this year’s Creative East Awards, hosted by Clive Anderson.

02 Apr 2008

Spring offers from Proton Cars

With the latest fantastic deals on a choice of a new five door city car, five door hatchback, four door saloon or a sporty supermini, you’ll be hard pressed to find a better deal than on a brand new Proton car this spring.

01 Apr 2008

Customer satisfaction is key to Proton's success

Proton continuously monitor it's dealer network to ensure customers always receive the best level of service possible wherever they are in the country.

10 Mar 2008

Proton Cars (UK) announce new addition to GEN-2 range

Proton Cars (UK) is introducing a new model to their range, the GEN-2 Persona. The latest addition to the GEN-2 line up is a four door saloon version of Proton’s popular five door hatchback.

04 Feb 2008

Proton Satria Neo has great long term value

Good news for car buyers looking for a bargain in 2008 as the Proton Satria Neo follows in the footsteps of the Savvy and the Gen-2 by being announced as one of the vehicles most likely to hold its value.

04 Oct 2007

Top marks for Proton dealers in Which? survey

Proton Cars UK dealers have achieved great results in a recent customer survey undertaken by Which? magazine. Customers taking part in the UK’s largest car survey placed Proton dealers in second position when rating the overall dealership sales experience.

13 Mar 2007

Proton adds Lotus inspired supermini, the Satria Neo, to the range

The Satria Neo is the latest addition to the Proton range. Launched in February, this new 3-door supermini is available with a choice of 1.3 or 1.6 litre engine, with prices starting from just £7,995 OTR.

19 Jan 2007

Proton Cars UK report significant sales growth in 2006

Proton Cars UK is celebrating the New Year after enjoying a successful 2006 where new car sales showed a significant increase over 2005 levels in every month of the year.

19 Jan 2007

Proton Cars UK increases dealer network by over 50% in 2006

In 2006 Proton Cars UK welcomed 30 new dealers to the franchise from across the UK, significantly increasing its network. The company now has 90 dealers throughout the UK.

08 Dec 2006

Proton Cars UK's 2006 sales continue to grow

If the success of 2006 so far is anything to go by, the year ahead is looking promising for Proton, with their new car sales up just over 58% so far on 2005, despite a general decline in the market this year.

17 Nov 2006

A new look for the Proton Impian

Proton's 4-door Impian saloon has been refreshed and updated this winter having new styling both inside and out, whilst retaining many of the standard features which make it such exceptional value for money.

09 Nov 2006

Proton continues the upward trend

Proton has continued their upward trend in registrations in October by again beating last year's sales. October new car registrations in the total market are up just 0.9%, only the second month this year to show an increase over 2005 †. In contrast, Proton's new car sales during the month increased by just under 50% compared to October last year and Proton have also posted an increase in new car sales in every month throughout 2006 † .

23 Oct 2006

Proton Cars UK continues to increase dealer network

Proton Cars has continued its successful dealer recruitment drive and added a further seven dealerships to the network in the third quarter, giving the company a total of 23 new recruits so far this year.

11 Oct 2006

Proton Cars UK sales double

Proton Cars UK has again enjoyed another boost in monthly car sales with September 2006 new car registrations continuing the upward trend, achieving sales of more than double September 2005†.

04 Oct 2006

Proton Cars UK scores highly in customer satisfaction survey

According to a recent study by consumer data experts Wegener DM, Proton Cars UK is in the top five car manufacturers when it comes to customer satisfaction. The Malaysian manufacturer achieved a rating of 68% in the 'very satisfied' car owners section placing them fourth out of 28 manufacturers.

18 Sep 2006

13 year old Proton enters Staples to Naples rally

A 1993 Proton MPI bought for just £92 from ebay will be used to complete the Staples to Naples rally in September.

13 Sep 2006

Proton sweeps the board in the NFDA Dealer Attitude Survey

The thirty-fourth biannual survey of franchised dealers' views, conducted by the National Franchised Dealers Association, has shown the improvements that Proton Cars (UK) have made and the support it has of its dealer network.

13 Sep 2006

Summer sales success for Proton Cars UK

Proton Cars UK has announced another successful month for the sale of new cars.

28 Jul 2006

Proton Cars team up with 600 rider Midge Smart

Proton Cars have teamed up with up-and-coming 600 rider Midge Smart, loaning him a Jumbuck pick-up to assist him with the transport of his motorbike to races across the UK.

17 Jul 2006

Proton Cars (UK) welcomes 16 new dealers to the franchise

Proton Cars (UK)'s dealer recruitment strategy is proving hugely successful in 2006 with 16 full dealers appointed so far. The new dealers are from across the country, as far and wide as Maud in Aberdeenshire, to Abergele in the West and Norwich in the East.

10 Jul 2006

Proton Cars (UK) report continued increases in sales

Proton Cars (UK) are delighted to announce that for the sixth consecutive month they have achieved increases in sales over 2005 levels.

24 May 2006

Proton Cars (UK) – Committed to Customer Care

Proton Cars UK Ltd (PCUKL) has embarked on an ongoing nationwide customer handling programme through all their dealerships. The programme aims to identify action points for further improving customer service performance.

12 May 2006

Proton Cars UK springs into May

Proton Cars is pleased to announce a positive sales growth in April despite the 9.1% fall in the new car market. Following a very successful first quarter in 2006, Proton's car registrations in the United Kingdom rose by 3.3% in April compared to April 2005.

09 May 2006

Proton's Jumbuck has got it covered

Proton's popular half-tonne pick-up the Jumbuck is now available with a stylish new hard top making the vehicle suitable for all seasons and providing users with extra versatility and security. This new top, which is available from all 90 Proton Jumbuck dealers, will allow the Jumbuck to function like a van as well as a pick-up and further aid the transport of equipment and goods.

02 May 2006

Proton Savvy now available on the Motability scheme

Proton Cars UK Limited (PCUKL) is pleased to announce that the Savvy, its brand new 5 door city car, is now available on the Motability Scheme.

06 Apr 2006

Proton march on

Thanks to an outstanding performance by its small dealer network, Proton car sales in March 2006 have increased by 75% from March last year. Following this strong performance, Proton Cars (UK) are pleased to announce very positive first quarter figures. In this important quarter, Proton sales have increased by over 88%, thanks in part to the introduction of Proton's five door city car, the Savvy in February. This increase makes Proton the top-performing manufacturer in terms of growth, in a market which is down just over 4%.

23 Mar 2006

Proton Announces Sponsorship Changes

Tuesday 21st March 2006, Hethel, Norfolk: Proton today confirmed that their three-year shirt sponsorship with Norwich City Football Club will finish at the end of the current season.

15 Mar 2006

'BEST CLUB SPONSORSHIP' AWARD FOR PROTON AND NORWICH CITY AT FOOTBALL LEAGUE AWARDS

Proton are pleased to announce that the success of their sponsorship of Norwich City Football Club has been recognised at the very highest level.

15 Mar 2006

One year's free motoring for two lucky Proton customers

Proton Cars have provided two lucky customers with brand new all-expenses-paid vehicles for 12 months. Customers taking test drives between October and December 2005 were entered into a draw to win a year's free motoring in either a Savvy or GEN-2.

17 Feb 2006

PROTON GEN-2 CARS GO 'AROUND THE GROUNDS'

Proton Cars (UK) Ltd are delighted to be supplying two GEN-2 vehicles to a team from RAF Coltishall who are undertaking a charity event in aid of Macmillan Cancer Relief this week.

08 Feb 2006

Proton's strong start to 2006

Proton Cars UK have enjoyed high sales growth and positive dealer recruitment in January, and the Malaysian manufacturer is on track to have a successful 2006.

13 Jan 2006

Proton Cars UK appoints Zinc Advertising for TV advertising campaign

Proton Cars (UK) has appointed advertising and design company Zinc Advertising to produce its first ever mainstream television advertising campaign. The coverage will focus on Proton's first five door city car, the Savvy, and its five door family hatchback, the GEN-2.

05 Jan 2006

Proton Cars UK set to run £1.5 million TV campaign

Proton Cars (UK) Ltd will be increasing their brand and product awareness activity with an integrated marketing campaign including television, outdoor poster sites and regional press in February 2006. This campaign is part of Proton's 2006 strategy to promote it's first five door city car the Savvy and the successful five door hatchback, GEN-2.

05 Jan 2006

A truly Savvy car - Proton's first UK city car

The Savvy is Proton's first five door city car to be sold in the UK and with competitive pricing and stylish good looks, it promises to be a great hit.

05 Jan 2006

Proton supplies the Jumbuck to local authorities

The sturdy, reliable, two door pick-up, the Jumbuck, is the perfect work companion, and with Lotus expertise the Jumbuck offers a level of ride and handling rarely found in utility vehicles.

10 Oct 2005

Proton's performance hits a high in East Anglia

So far this year Proton have been performing exceptionally well in their home East Anglian region. Retail sales figures and market share are on the increase, and with two new cars due for launch very soon, the future looks bright for dealers in the area.

07 Oct 2005

The Proton Jumbuck – in a class of its own

The trusty, hard working Jumbuck continues to impress motoring journalists with its looks, low cost and practicality.

07 Oct 2005

Top results for Proton in Dealer Attitude Survey

The Malaysian car manufacturer Proton has achieved fantastic results from the latest Dealer Attitude Survey produced by The National Franchised Dealers Association.

24 Aug 2005

Proton's nationwide tour hits Bristol

Proton Cars (UK) Ltd will visit Cribbs Causeway as part of its Cars to the People tour, from 24th – 27th August 2005. Visitors to the shopping centre will have the chance to see the new 5-door city car, the Savvy, up close and personal.

19 Aug 2005

Proton GEN-2 now has SX appeal

The all new Proton GEN-2 SX oozes sex appeal both inside and out. The GEN-2 SX comes with a stylish black and beige leather interior as standard and also includes free metallic paint in either Super Purple, Energy Orange or Dune.

11 Aug 2005

Proton's sales success

In a depressed market Proton has yet again increased its passenger car sales. Proton's success speaks for itself, with July passenger car sales showing a 39% increase from July 2004. Year to date Proton's passenger car sales are up 3%, which is a great achievement for the Malaysian car manufacturer in a market down almost 6%.

11 Aug 2005

Proton reveals the Savvy at The Forum Norwich

Proton Cars (UK) Ltd will visit The Forum, Norwich as part of its Cars to the People tour, from 15th-21st August 2005. As sponsor of the Proton Cinema under the Stars, visitors to the evening film showings will be the first to see the new 5-door city car, the Savvy, up close and personal on its UK debut.

11 Aug 2005

Proton Cars continues its successful CRM programme

As part of Proton Cars' ongoing customer relationship-building programme they are sending out annual vehicle birthday cards to current Proton owners.

02 Aug 2005

Proton dealers impressed by dealer trip to Malaysia

On 29th June 2005, 45 current and prospective Proton dealers from across the UK and Ireland began a seven day trip to Malaysia. The trip gave dealers the opportunity to visit the new Proton plant at Tajung Malim, the Shah Alam factory, test drive the new 5-door Proton Savvy, due to be launched later this year, plus take a sneak peek at the Satria replacement and generally soak up the Malaysian sun.

29 Jul 2005

Proton Cars (UK) Ltd will visit Hastings as part of their Cars to the People tour in August

Visitors to the Proton stand will see Proton's new 30ft exhibition unit on its nationwide tour - a UK first for the Malaysian manufacturer.

25 Jul 2005

Proton GEN-2 on offer with dual controls

Proton has introduced free dual controls on the GEN-2 GLS and GSX range, targeting the driving schools and private driving instructor market.

25 Jul 2005

Proton's Cars To The People tour sets off to Sheffield

Proton Cars (UK) Ltd will visit Sheffield, Fargate Street from 25th – 28th July and the Meadowhall Motorshow from 30th – 31st July.

25 Jul 2005

Proton's Cars to the People tour pitches up at the Portsmouth and Southsea Show

Proton Cars (UK) Ltd will visit the Portsmouth and Southsea Show this summer as part of its Cars to the People tour of the UK.

15 Jul 2005

Proton Cars Kicks off the Cars To The People tour in Exeter

Proton Cars (UK) Ltd kicks off its nationwide Cars To The People tour at the Ideal Home show, Westpoint Arena, Exeter on 16th July, offering visitors the chance to win a GEN-2 1.6 GSX.

15 Jul 2005

Proton's Cars To The People tour pitches up in Preston

As their second stop in their Cars to the People programme, Proton Cars (UK) Ltd will visit Preston Flag Market from 20th – 22nd July

01 Jul 2005

Proton takes the Cars to the People in a nationwide tour

This summer, on 16th July Proton Cars (UK) Ltd begin a nationwide tour which brings the Cars to the People - a UK first for the Malaysian car manufacturer.

19 May 2005

Proton introduces a refreshed look for the Impian

Proton has introduced an enhanced Impian onto the current Proton range. This updated and refreshed 4 door saloon

12 May 2005

Proton GEN-2 now available in 1.3 variant

A new 1.3 litre version of the GEN-2 will complete the GEN-2 range in mid March 2005. Initially this new GLS model will be available with a manual transmission with the automatic version to follow later in the year.

12 May 2005

Brian is driven to win by GEN-2

Proton devotee, Brian Whitcher from Gosport age 66, is the lucky winner of Proton's Test Drive and Win competition, run to support the launch of the new GEN-2.

12 May 2005

Record win for Proton at Carrow Road!

Proton Cars (UK) Limited (PCUKL) is pleased to announce the development of a flagship retail site at Carrow Road, the home of Norwich City Football Club.

12 May 2005

Proton Continues to thrive - Dealer Attitude Survey

Proton dealers have responded positively in the Dealer Attitude Survey, undertaken by the National Franchised Dealers Association. A sustained and strengthened relationship between dealer and manufacturer is clearly evident.

12 May 2005

20 Proton GEN-2s join Humberside Police Force

Humberside Police are so impressed by the Proton GEN-2 that the force has just ordered 20 GEN-2 GSX models from their local dealer, Maple Garage, Hull.

12 May 2005

Proton supplies Jumbuck to TBM and Husky Sport

The tough Jumbuck has proved to be a real hit in the trail bike industry with Proton agreeing to supply TrailBike & Enduro Magazine (TBM) and Husky Sport, Husqvarna's UK suppliers of Motocross, Enduro and Dual Purpose bikes with the Jumbuck pick-up.

12 May 2005

Proton is full of success

Proton has strengthened it's successful dealer recruitment team with the employment of three dealer recruitment consultants. Jarvis Simpson, Campbell Oliver and Mick Rowe have been tasked with the targeted recruitment of 60 dealers in the next 12 months.

12 May 2005

Proton awarded contract to supply Jumbuck fleet to local council

When Newport City Council decided to expand their fleet of vehicles, they were faced with a limited choice of either light vans or dual-cab pick-ups to service their Parks section of Continuing Learning & Leisure department.

12 May 2005

Delia's on wheels!

Delia Smith today took delivery of the new GEN-2 from Proton as the first retail customer in the UK. As a television cook and best selling author, Delia's name is synonymous with back-to-basics cookery, placing importance on simple ingredients and techniques to serve up her ever-popular delicious dishes.

12 May 2005

Proton Cars (UK) Ltd accredited as Motability dealer

More New Year good news as Proton Cars (UK) Ltd (PCUKL) becomes accredited to sell cars under the Motability Scheme. This scheme is open to more than 1.6 million disabled people in the UK who qualify for the Higher Rate Mobility component of the Disability Living Allowance from the Government. Hundreds of thousands of people choose to have their allowances paid to the Motability Scheme to meet the cost of owning a car through contract hire or hire purchase arrangements.

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