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Mitsubishi, Proton in Talks to Jointly Produce Engines, Cars

zool — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 14:11:10 +0000

A collaboration between Proton and Mitsubishi continue and expand. Let’s read the news..

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Sept. 15 (Bloomberg) — Mitsubishi Motors Corp. and Proton Holdings Bhd. plan to jointly build engines and work on small car projects as they expand their alliance, the companies said.

Proton will produce Mitsubishi-brand vehicles at its facilities and share parts with the Japanese automaker for small cars, Proton Managing Director Syed Zainal Abidin Syed Mohamed Tahir said today. Mitsubishi will also provide the Malaysian carmaker with technology on electric, plug-in and hybrid vehicles, the companies said.

With domestic demand slowing and a strong yen reducing export earnings, Japanese carmakers including Mitsubishi, Toyota Motor Corp. and Suzuki Motor Corp. are investing to expand business in Southeast Asia. Mitsubishi and Proton agreed in December 2008 to make new vehicles together. Under a license agreement, Proton currently produces the Inspira sedan based on a Mitsubishi Motors vehicle.

Separately, the Malaysian newspaper Edge reported earlier today that the two companies are close to signing an agreement to form a joint venture to manufacture vehicles for the Southeast Asian market, citing unidentified people familiar with the matter. The tie-up would give Mitsubishi access to Proton’s Tanjung Malim plant in Malaysia’s Perak state, the report said.

Mitsubishi Motors rose 2 percent to 101 yen at the 3 p.m. close of Tokyo trading. Proton fell 0.4 percent to 2.80 ringgit as of 3:53 p.m. in Kuala Lumpur trading.

–Editors: Kae Inoue, Chua Kong Ho

Source:- SFGate

This is such a good joint venture from Proton. As we know, Proton has make alliance with Mitsubishi since their early production. The collaboration will give advantage to this 2 carmaker. Hope Proton will get huge opportunity outside Malaysia.

Mitsubishi Triton RA Edition

zool — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 02:42:25 +0000

Mitsubishi Motor Malaysia offer their new Mitsubishi Triton RA edition. What is RA? It is shortname for Ralliart. The RA edition will be limited for 500 units sale only. The vehicle will have exclusive accessory package include tonneau cover, unique racing element body sticker, bumper extender, motorsports inspired interior, window visor, alumunium scuff plate, limited edition Triton RA carpet mat, and a plate on the console between the front seats.
The Triton RA Edition centre also feature with touchscreen entertainment system with built in GPS route navigation, full colour LCD screen and leather upholstery. It will be powered with 2.5 litre turbocharged high pressure commonrail diesel engine that produces 136 ps of power and 314 Nm torque. The safety features such as ABS, EBD and a hybrid LSD for greater stability on slippery surfaces. Another safety features include such as anti Intrusion brake pedal, pre tensioner, collapsible steering wheel, dual stage front SRS airbags, force limiter seatbelts and the Mitsubishi Motos’ RISE structure.
d. It is priced at RM103,980 (on-the-road, inclusive of insurance for Peninsular Malaysia) and available in Black Mica and White Solid. Owners receive a 3-year/100,000 km warranty (whichever occurs first) as well as Mitsubishi’s 2-years free scheduled maintenance package.
Source :- Motortrader
A big Triton will likely take attention to customer who really like adventure vehicle.. Not me..

Mitsubishi Evo successor

zool — Sat, 26 Mar 2011 13:29:08 +0000

As I’ve mention at previous entry, Mitsubishi won’t built any Evo for their next production. However, Mitsubishi still have the replacement for Evo but the concept will different from current Evo. The next generation of Evo probably will use diesel-electric hybrid powertran which is more fuel saving and likely not very powerful like current Evo. The current Evo, the Evo XI could deliver a 0-62mph time of under five seconds and cut CO2 emissions to well under 200g/km.
Source :- Autocar

Eventhough this is good news for Evo fans but it also could make them sad. It won’t same as old Evo which is more powerful for Rally car.

Lancer Evo is dead

zool — Sun, 06 Mar 2011 12:20:11 +0000

Who’s doesn’t know about Mitsubishi Lancer Evoluton? If not, so there’s no point to know about it anymore. The car would be dead after this. This rally inspired car still don’t have any replacement yet.Mitsubishi will focus on electric cars for future production and target to become a leader in electric based vehicle .
Eventhough, there a Evolution X in 2013 but it will leave the current Lancer concept. But for Lancer Evo lover, there’s still chance to buy it. The production still planned but there’s no update Lancer Evo concept. So, get’s an alternative, try Proton Inspira. Maybe Proton will advance Inspira to become a best rally-inspired car.

Triton bold edition

zool — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 13:53:52 +0000

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Rugged pickup fans definitely interested in the brand Mitsubishi Triton. The stylish shape makes it the best choice for pickup fans. The presence of Triton bold edition comes with 2.5 liter and is supported by a turbocharged diesel engine produces a maximum power of 136 ps, while 314Nm of Torque. It features touch screen to play the audio system and match ‘Global Positioning System (GPS) “to facilitate travel to the destination. The LCD screen is also equipped with a camera back for easy driver to enter the car.Triton is the first model offered by Mitsubishi that using the camera behind the pickup vehicle product line. Bold Edition 3.2 Triton models are also equipped with alloy rims 17 inch size, sporty front bumper and the cross in the stylish rear cabin. However in Malaysia, edisinya limited. Only 300 units will be sold at RM100, 117.80.
For those fan pickup, just go to dealer nearest and buy this monster.. I don’t have enough money to buy it.