Proton posts best monthly sales in 16 years as EVs, exports surge
SUBANG JAYA, Sept 3 — Proton sold more cars to Malaysian buyers in August than in any other month in its history,...
Proton, the Malaysian carmaker, reported its best monthly sales in 16 years in August 2026, with total group sales hitting 22,632 units, the strongest performance since January 2010. Sales increased by 22.7 per cent compared to July. This surge was driven by steady demand for petrol models, record electric vehicle deliveries, and stronger exports.
In the first eight months of the year, Proton sold 141,421 vehicles, a 40.2 per cent increase from the same period last year. The company believes its record month is a reflection of customers' confidence in its models. Deputy Chief Executive Officer Datuk Abdul Rashid Musa stated that Proton captured 27.9 per cent of all new cars sold in Malaysia in August, raising its market share for the year to 25.6 per cent.
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