(AP) Malaysia's national carmaker Proton and Dutch companies will work together to zero-emissions electric cars that their developers will be said Monday to be more powerful than all existing models in this price range.
Detroit Electric, which owns the technology, and Proton is planning to sign a formal agreement later on Monday to be produced in the presence of Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, Sedan was originally planned for the European and American market.
"Once people go by car, they believe in our technologies. They understand that this is an electric car is a respectable quality," Detroit Electric CEO Albert Lam said in an interview with The Associated Press .
He said that all four doors - as the Detroit Electric, no specific model name - will be thrown out of the Proton plant early next year. The goal is 40,000 units the first year of production increased by 270,000 in 2013, he said. Car at a price of $ 23,000 and $ 33,000 are sold, depending on model and taxes.
If successful, Detroit Electric is contrary to combine the first electric production car, clean and quiet engine powered by battery, hybrid engines as power, gas and electric motors.
Corporation, General Motors, Toyota Motor Corp., Ford Motor Co., PSA Peugeot-Citroen, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation and General Motors Tesla are all trying to develop the market for electric cars amid growing consumer interest in green technologies - and particularly the time difficult for the industry with a global recession.
American Tesla Motors has developed a prototype about 160 miles, the product is planned for 2011 and claimed costs about $ 50,000. Peugeot-Mitsubishi cooperation iMiEV gasoline engine is expected to reach European customers next year, said the range of 90 miles.
"We will be the spark that causes the change and tell people it's time," said Lam. "Let's push changes in the industry for the benefit of the environment, less dependence on gasoline, for zero emissions and quiet movement."
Lam, a British citizen and longtime leadership in the automotive industry, has joined to create a group of Dutch investors and inventors of the automobile business in Damwoude, the Netherlands. Lam bought the rights to the name of society - Detroit Electric production of electric vehicles in the U.S. in 1907 - to restore its historical legacy. Engineers have a car for 18 months and two journalists working models must be developed in the last year.
Lam said that the engine is four times lighter than existing motors and is capable of 200 brake horsepower, which can produce more gasoline engine of 2.0 liters. Engine 96 percent more efficient energy efficiency by 45 percent over gasoline engines, "he said. "We believe the time is right for a change. There is no simple answer to a very big problem, but it is always the starting point, "he said.Proton, which has struggled in recent years, could benefit from the agreement.Under the agreement, contract manufacturing, lift models Persona Proton Gen 2 sedan and Detroit with the electric motor, a lithium-polymer and traction will be installed. The vehicles will be sold under the brand Detroit Electric.
Proton can buy technology for the Detroit Electric, after a trial period of nine months and selling cars under its own brand in South Asia. Lama said that the car differs from the range of other existing or planned cars and electric power.
The base model vehicle designed for city driving, 150 miles on a full charge 8:00-10:00 pm and have a top speed of 120 miles per hour. More model, 200 km with a speed of 120 miles per hour. Connect the cigarette lighter socket in the conventional lithium-polymer battery, the production of a South Korean. Lam explains that the technology for producing long-lasting battery for many years, but the big names are not automatically assume that because it would reduce its fuel car market."All investments will sink into the ground when they start as electric cars. You'll be spoiled for this change as they renew," said Lam. "But we do not have such a heritage. We came out of nowhere. " Lam acknowledged that it would be difficult to accept people, because of the lack of charging infrastructure in public spaces. "People will be time to get used to. But they are slow to adapt," he said. "We are changing the industry. At the end it will accelerate. The power is in the hands of the people. "
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Talks to save Proton failed
According to a report by The Edge, talks between Proton Holdings Bhd car manufacturers and the largest automobile manufacturer in Europe, Volkswagen AG - and have the parts manufacturer of the famous Volkswagen Van --- which began last year, not in what hopes the Malaysian Government pushed.
The newspaper reported that officials had the Proton and Volkswagen met several times, but no concrete agreement has been completed. The newspaper added that the talks were not good and it seems that the German automaker something "cool" and seems less busy lately.
The newspaper, a source familiar with the situation quoted as saying. "This delay could reveal some doubts," The Malaysian government is under pressure to show details of the partnership for loss-making Proton, which has lost its status, car makers announce in the country best-selling rival Perodua. The government believes that can help new partnership with Volkswagen, Proton him to recover.
Last week, Proton's third consecutive quarter of losses in the Internet to increased competition and weak sales. The company reported a net loss of 281.45 million for the third quarter ended Rgt December as the annual income in comparison, he has a year ago for $ 86,510,000 Regiment
Second Finance Minister Mohamed Yakcop said the government would be an announcement at a strategic partner proton release this month. No one knows whether it would be Volkswagen or any other company. But the newspaper The Edge "If this timetable is strictly adhered to, could sources say General Motors, the biggest carmaker in the world, is a preferred partner for Proton."
The main aim of preventing a partnership with Proton foreign car manufacturer that expects a further decline in its market share as competition heats up. It should be noted that when the news of a possible partnership with Volkswagen shares of Proton has increased, but not after the news was confirmed, the company is Proton shares plunged to have fled.
Apart from Proton, Volkswagen has also in talks with GM and PSA Peugeot Citroen in France and around three Malaysian automotive firms have been expressed interest in buying shares in the company. It should be noted that the Malaysian government are 59 percent of Proton, including a 43% Khazanah Nasional, the investment arm of the government owns the property.
The newspaper reported that officials had the Proton and Volkswagen met several times, but no concrete agreement has been completed. The newspaper added that the talks were not good and it seems that the German automaker something "cool" and seems less busy lately.
The newspaper, a source familiar with the situation quoted as saying. "This delay could reveal some doubts," The Malaysian government is under pressure to show details of the partnership for loss-making Proton, which has lost its status, car makers announce in the country best-selling rival Perodua. The government believes that can help new partnership with Volkswagen, Proton him to recover.
Last week, Proton's third consecutive quarter of losses in the Internet to increased competition and weak sales. The company reported a net loss of 281.45 million for the third quarter ended Rgt December as the annual income in comparison, he has a year ago for $ 86,510,000 Regiment
Second Finance Minister Mohamed Yakcop said the government would be an announcement at a strategic partner proton release this month. No one knows whether it would be Volkswagen or any other company. But the newspaper The Edge "If this timetable is strictly adhered to, could sources say General Motors, the biggest carmaker in the world, is a preferred partner for Proton."
The main aim of preventing a partnership with Proton foreign car manufacturer that expects a further decline in its market share as competition heats up. It should be noted that when the news of a possible partnership with Volkswagen shares of Proton has increased, but not after the news was confirmed, the company is Proton shares plunged to have fled.
Apart from Proton, Volkswagen has also in talks with GM and PSA Peugeot Citroen in France and around three Malaysian automotive firms have been expressed interest in buying shares in the company. It should be noted that the Malaysian government are 59 percent of Proton, including a 43% Khazanah Nasional, the investment arm of the government owns the property.
Luxury Design and Sporty Sedan
Proton Tuah is one of the 5 concept cars at KLIMS 10 by Proton and it is actually a clay model, not the real complete car. For the time being, there is no official Proton Tuah specification given and no statement by Proton to produce the Proton Tuah for Malaysian. Among 5 concept cars : Tuah, Jebat, Lekir, Lekiu and Kasturi, The Proton Tuah seems to have the most number of fans due to its very nice exterior design that looks like a luxury and sporty sedan.
Proton Tuah, the front design follow the latest car design trend which stretch the headlamp to connect with the front center grill and the bottom part, looks like Volkwagen Passat.
From the side view, it looks like a Kia Forte but this one is definitely bigger and have smoother curves.
The rear part makes this Proton Tuah looks more amazing with the rear tail lamp like the sports car Mazda RX7 but bigger and fitted with LED lights through acrylic that makes it shine like BMW’s latest tail lamp
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Facts you need to know about Kereta Tuah
Proton Tuah
(New Proton Persona)
Proton has chosen the floors at the 2010 Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show (KLIMS) when it wanted to showcase its Tuah Concept last week. The design study could preview a future generation of Persona automobiles.
While Proton has not made known for a fact if the concept cars will go into production, the four-door Tuah Concept sedan could very well be the preview for the next-generation Persona R, the successor to the current Persona which is one of the main models behind Proton’s strong sales.The lines of the mock-up look production ready, especially the front fascia. The concept even sports LED daytime running lights and a set of 17 inch wheels. Looking a bit like a cross between a Mitsubishi Lancer and a Mercedes Benz C-Klasse, the Tuah comes with a deep chin spoiler, turn signals incorporated into the mirrors and a black B pillar.
Proton has also revealed a multitude of concepts, all sporting names in honor of the warriors of the great era of the Malacca Sultanate. The most famous of them was Hang Tuah, who lived in the 15th century during the reign of Sultan Mansur Shah.
The Proton Persona is a compact car introduced by Proton in 2007 for the same model year. Being an in-house design by Azlan Othman, the Persona replaced the saloon variant of the Proton Wira. The model received a facelift this year, giving it new headlamps, front grille, front and rear bumper, bodykit, and LED tail lamps. All of the manufacturer’s models are made at Proton’s Tanjung Malim plant in Tanjung Malim, Malaysia.
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