Volkswagen Set to Buy Proton and Lotus

January 29, 2007 – 9:55 am by Dan Volkens
Filed under Industry News

Volkswagen is to buy a controlling 51% stake in Malaysian state-owned manufacturer Proton, according to Asian business news reports. Speculation has been growing that Proton would be acquired by a Western manufacturer, with GM and Peugeot-Citroen previously being linked to the sale. Via askaprice.com

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Volkswagen Set to Buy Proton and Lotus
January 29, 2007 – 9:55 am by Dan Volkens

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