Proton launches Persona in Middle East

Proton has launched its Persona into the Middle Eastern market - the model was launched both in Saudi Arabia on Nov 22 and Egypt on Nov 24. The Gen2 model was also launched in Egypt. This will be followed by a series of launches in Oman, Qatar, Bahrain and Syria market over the next two months.

Proton entered the Saudi market in 2006 when it introduced the Waja model via a smart partnership collaboration with local outfit Al Rashed Al Thunayan Auto Co.

As for Egypt, the company first launched the Waja and Wira models in 2001 and in 2006 brought in the Gen.2 hatchback, with Alpha Ezz Elarab Co being its distributor in the country.

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Mitsubishi i MIEV coming to KL

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia will be showcasing the i MIEV electric car at the International Petroleum Technology Conference (IPTC) from Dec 3-5 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.

The IPTC is considered to be be one of the foremost technical conferences globally for the energy industry, and issues tackled are in the areas of energy conservation, climate change and alternative energy. Over 4,000 participants from around the world are expected to attend the conference.

MMM hopes that through the showcase of the i MIEV plug-in electric vehicle, it will promote greater appreciation for the superior practicality and environmental viability of such vehicles. The i MiEV’s lithium-ion pack will also be on display.
The battery, which takes about approximately seven hours to be charged using 200V current, gives the i MiEV a 160km range and a top speed of 130kmh.

The i MiEV is slated to be launched in Japan next year; presently, Mitsubishi is conducting fleet tests in cooperation with several Japanese electric power companies.

For exclusive passes to the Mitsubishi i MiEV showcase at the IPCT, please contact Shermaine / Sarah at 03-7680 6688 (admission is only for those aged 15 and above, and on a first come, first served basis).

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