Proton
Motor Vehicle ManufacturingSelangor, Malaysia1001-5000 Employees
Proton, known formally as Perusahan Otomobil Nasional Berhad, is Malaysia's motor vehicle manufacturer that began as the nation's first national car project to spur economic development and lay the groundwork for a domestic automotive industry. In 2017, Proton entered a new phase by aligning with DRB-HICOM and Zhejiang Geely Holding Group to become a modern, global automotive brand. The company is based in Subang Jaya, Selangor, and operates as a substantial player in the regional manufacturing landscape. Proton's vehicles are designed around a brand promise of Inspiring Connections and are underpinned by the values of innovative technology, reliability, and international standards. By evolving from a national car project into a modern, global automaker through its joint partnership, the company positions itself to meet the needs of customers seeking well-built, reliable cars that meet international norms.