Since Persona and Exora launch Proton has already improved in terms
of quality wise except they need more experience in buliding more
refined engine.Lotus only assists them in handling and
chassis...Volvo got many great 5 cylinders engine.Current Director
of Quality is Dr Eppel an ex-BMW Quality executive.
Proton is lucky to have Lotus under their wings, but they are
not making full use of it. I feel that, currently, Proton's lineup
is very half-hearted. Neither here nor there. Their cars handle
quite nicely thanks to Lotus inputs but not class-leading. Some are
sporty cars (e.g. Satria Neo), some are sensible cars (e.g. Persona
& Exora). They should be focused. And I think they can focus in
either directions:
1) Be on par with Japanese, or Koreans at least, in terms of
dynamics, design and build quality.
2) Go the sporty way since they can employ the help of Lotus.
Incorporate Lotus more in their R&D stage. Design more sports
cars and sports sedans. Give their brand a sporty image.
Just my 2 cents worth. I think no. 2 is the way to go since they
have Lotus. Don't waste the talents over at Lotus. See what they
did to a Lada Riva in Top Gear Season 1? 
