Proton, in collaboration with its strategic partner Geely, recently hosted an exclusive Driving Impression event for the Geely E5 at the Proton Test Track. This event provided a unique opportunity for electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts to experience the left-hand drive version of the Geely E5—closely related to Proton’s upcoming e.MAS 7. Attendees were able to get up close and personal with the intelligent technology that both vehicles share.
The event followed the Geely E5’s remarkable 3,700 km journey from China to Malaysia, where it endured varying weather conditions, demonstrating its durability. This journey also highlighted the robust engineering and build quality of the Proton e.MAS 7, which shares many of the same advanced features as the Geely E5. 
EV enthusiasts at the event tested the vehicle’s comfort, performance, and agility, driving at speeds between 60 to 100 km/h. This hands-on experience allowed them to evaluate the innovative technology and assess the vehicle’s interior and exterior quality. 
Upon arriving at Proton’s Centre of Excellence (COE), select media were transported to the Test Track, where they were briefed on the product and safety features before taking the Geely Galaxy E5 for a spin. The media had the opportunity to drive the Proton e.MAS 7’s development sibling, which had just completed its journey from Guiyang, China, to Shah Alam, Malaysia. 
My first impression of the Geely E5 is that it offers sufficient power to accelerate smoothly, reaching speeds of 120 km/h with ease. The vehicle remained stable even at high speeds, with wind noise kept to a minimum—though this was observed on a closed test track, so additional testing will be required to fully evaluate the noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) in real-world conditions. One aspect that stood out was the stiff suspension, as I could feel some road imperfections inside the cabin while driving over uneven surfaces. However, I believe Proton’s engineers will fine-tune this for the final version. On a positive note, the steering offered decent feedback and weighted up nicely at higher speeds, giving me confidence when navigating the curves of the track. But to truly assess its potential, we’ll have to wait for the Proton e.MAS 7’s official launch. 
During the event, media invitees also got their first glimpse of Geely’s cutting-edge Global Intelligent New Energy Architecture (GEA) platform and powertrain management system, which powers the left-hand drive E5. This initial driving experience aimed to build awareness and confidence in the innovative technology that will soon be integrated into the Proton e.MAS 7. 
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