# Vietnam EV market expansion and VinFast growth > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/southeast-asian-electricvehicle-rollout-accelerates-with-fleet-orders-conversions-and-new-charging-i > Updated: 2026-08-04T11:11:07.000Z. Sources: 117. Developments: 73. In May 2026 Grab announced financing for the conversion of up to 70,000 rides‑share vehicles to electric across six Southeast Asian markets, signalling a regional push for greener mobility. Around the same time VinFast rolled out new electric models – the VF MPV 7 in the Philippines, a battery‑subscription scheme, and a financing partnership for electric motorcycles – while also unveiling a Level‑4 robotaxi platform with NVIDIA and Autobrains for the region. June saw a wave of product launches and sales milestones: Honda slashed prices on its ICON e and UC3 scooters in Vietnam; VinFast introduced an electric motorcycle and reported record sales of the VF 8 SUV and the Limo Green MPV, which became the best‑selling seven‑seat MPV. Green SM, a Vietnam‑based ride‑hailing platform backed by VinFast, launched electric taxi services in Delhi and later in Almaty, Kazakhstan, expanding its footprint across five countries. July accelerated the rollout of ultra‑affordable EVs. VinFast unveiled the VF 2 city car at 188 million VND, the cheapest electric car in Vietnam, and announced the millionth electric scooter milestone. The company also launched a series of low‑cost electric scooters (Amio, Viper, Amio S) aimed at students and commuters, and introduced premium Kinet and Kyo models. Honda moved UC3 production to Vietnam and offered deep discounts compared with Thailand. The charging ecosystem expanded rapidly, with Vietnam’s VETC platform unifying public chargers, TMT‑EGREEN deploying thousands of low‑price stations, Grab investing in EBOOST, and multiple subsidies for battery‑swap networks. By August VinFast reported deliveries of 128,662 EVs in the first half of 2026, a 96 % year‑on‑year rise, and a presence in 50 countries, underscoring Vietnam’s emergence as a hub for electric‑vehicle manufacturing, sales, and supporting infrastructure. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-04: VinFast fuels global EV surge as sales rise in 50 countries VinFast’s 2026 output surged as global EV sales hit record highs in 50 countries, with the IEA forecasting EVs to reach 29% of all vehicle sales this year. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/south-africas-vehicle-market-hits-12year-high-as-nev-sales-double ### 2026-07-21: Grab invests in EBOOST to boost Vietnam's EV charging network Grab announced a strategic investment in Vietnam's EV charging platform EBOOST, aiming to expand its 2,500+ stations and integrate charging services into Grab's driver app, accelerating electric mobility across 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grab-invests-in-eboost-to-boost-vietnams-ev-charging-network ### 2026-07-21: Bajaj and VinFast unveil electric motorcycle expansions in Asia Bajaj plans its first electric motorcycle for FY2028 and expands its Chetak line, while Vietnam’s VinFast files Indian patents, registers four new Indonesian designs and opens 20 e‑bike showrooms, signaling a 21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-registers-four-new-electric-motorbike-designs-for-indonesia ### 2026-07-20: Vietnam's TMT‑EGREEN completes first‑phase rollout of thousands of EV charging stations TMT‑EGREEN has completed its first‑phase EV charger rollout in southern Vietnam, installing stations in five provinces at a price of 3.6‑7.4k VND/kWh, and aims for 2,100 sites by year‑end and 30,000 by 2030. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnams-tmtegreen-completes-firstphase-rollout-of-thousands-of-ev-charging-stations ### 2026-07-20: VinFast launches premium electric motorbikes Kinet and Kyo in Vietnam VinFast unveiled the Kinet and Kyo premium electric scooters in Vietnam on July 20, offering sport‑ and city‑oriented designs, battery‑swap or home‑charging options, up to 160 km range and smart tech, with no價格 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-launches-premium-electric-motorbikes-kinet-and-kyo-in-vietnam ### 2026-07-18: Jaecoo J5 Hybrid SUV Debuts in Vietnam with Low‑Price, High‑End Features Jaecoo J5 hybrid SUV launches in Vietnam with prices from 569‑699 million VND, offering high‑end features, pet‑friendly interior, and competition against Japanese, Korean and Chinese B‑SUVs. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jaecoo-j5-hybrid-suv-debuts-in-vietnam-with-lowprice-highend-features ### 2026-07-17: VinFast launches VF 8 electric SUV with 10‑year UAE warranty VinFast's VF 8 electric SUV, designed by Pininfarina, offers up to 493 km range, 402 hp, and a 10‑year vehicle and battery warranty, 24/7 roadside aid and five years free maintenance for UAE buyers. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-launches-vf-8-electric-suv-with-10year-uae-warranty ### 2026-07-16: Honda moves electric scooter production to Vietnam Honda will begin assembling its UC3 electric scooter in Vietnam’s Phú Thọ plant from September, shifting production from Thailand to meet rising demand and new low‑emission policies. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/honda-moves-electric-scooter-production-to-vietnam ### 2026-07-15: VinFast offers fresh discounts on VF 5 Plus and opens VF 2 pre‑order deposits VinFast cut the VF 5 Plus price to about 471 million VND and other EV models, while opening a three‑day pre‑order deposit window for the new VF 2 with an 8 million VND incentive. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-offers-fresh-discounts-on-vf-5-plus-and-opens-vf-2-preorder-deposits ### 2026-07-14: VinFast launches Amio S electric scooter for Vietnamese students at 12 million VND VinFast's Amio S electric scooter, priced at 11.6‑12 million VND, offers a license‑free, 25 km/h, 65 km range vehicle with pedal‑assist for Vietnamese students. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-launches-amio-s-electric-scooter-for-vietnamese-students-at-12-million-vnd ### 2026-07-14: Vietnam auto market rebounds in June 2026 with rising sales Vietnam’s auto market posted 24,356 sales in June 2026, down 13 % YoY but up 12 % YTD, with hybrids up 41 % and VinFast sales rising 58 %, signaling a gradual recovery. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-june-2026-car-sales-show-slowdown-and-shifting-demand ### 2026-07-12: VinFast Surpasses 100,000 Vehicles in Six Months, Leads Vietnam Auto Market VinFast hits over 100,000 sales in six months, dominating Vietnam's auto market, while expanding with a 50,000‑unit EV plant in India. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-hits-100000-sales-milestone-remains-vietnams-top-car-maker ### 2026-07-11: Vietnam car sales fall in May, rebound in June as hybrids surge Vietnam's car market slipped 12% in May to 53,359 units, then rose 4% in June to 31,104, led by a 41% jump in hybrid sales and higher imports. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-gasoline-motorcycle-sales-up-6-in-first-half-of-2026 ### 2026-07-10: Yadea Vietnam receives dual green awards at 2026 Energy and Environment Forum YADEA Vietnam wins two green awards at the 2026 Energy and Environment Forum, highlighting its large-scale electric‑vehicle production and local supply chain; the event also saw VCCI and government officials强调b 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/yadea-vietnam-receives-dual-green-awards-at-2026-energy-and-environment-forum ### 2026-07-10: VinFast teases new electric scooter and launches low‑price VF 2 mini‑car VinFast previewed a new electric scooter with V‑shaped LED lights and launched the affordable VF 2 mini‑car, priced around 100 million VND, targeting urban drivers. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-unveils-two-new-electric-scooter-models-with-distinctive-led-designs ### 2026-07-10: Jaecoo launches J5 SUV in Vietnam with deposits accepted, prices capped at 699 million dong Jaecoo starts deposits for the Vietnam‑assembled J5 SUV, offering four trims up to 699 million dong, with incentives for the first 555 buyers and delivery slated for Aug–Oct 2026. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jaecoo-launches-j5-suv-in-vietnam-with-deposits-accepted-prices-capped-at-699-million-dong ### 2026-07-08: VinFast electric vehicles adopted by police in the Philippines and Indonesia and gaining consumer praise in Vietnam VinFast’s VF 3 electric SUV is being used by police in the Philippines and Indonesia, while its Viper electric bike receives positive consumer feedback in Vietnam, showing the brand’s growing Southeast Asian EV 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-electric-vehicles-adopted-by-police-in-the-philippines-and-indonesia-and-gaining-consumer-pr ### 2026-07-08: Honda cuts price of ICON e: electric scooter to about 15 million VND Honda slashes price of its ICON e: electric scooter in Vietnam to about 15 million VND, adding cash incentives and affordable battery‑rental options. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/honda-cuts-price-of-icon-e-electric-scooter-to-about-15-million-vnd ### 2026-07-06: VinFast VF9 electric SUV shows low maintenance cost, reshaping ownership economics in Vietnam VinFast VF9 owners in Vietnam see 1 million VND maintenance at 75,000 km, much lower than gasoline cars, aided by tax exemptions, driving a shift toward electric vehicles. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-vf9-electric-suv-shows-low-maintenance-cost-reshaping-ownership-economics-in-vietnam ### 2026-07-06: VinFast launches VF2 compact electric city car in Vietnam VinFast's VF2 electric city car launches in Vietnam at 188 million VND, offering a 210 km range, compact size, and early‑bird discounts that can bring the price near 100 million VND. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-vf2-electric-car-price-drops-to-around-90-million-dong-after-discounts ### 2026-07-06: Vietnam electric scooters face lifespan cuts from user errors and launch models with record cargo space In Vietnam, improper charging, deep discharge, and harsh cleaning damage electric scooters, while new models like Dat Bike ERA provide up to 50 L of cargo space and extended ranges. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-electric-scooters-face-lifespan-cuts-from-user-errors-and-launch-models-with-record-cargo-sp ### 2026-07-05: VinFast unveils new electric scooter design targeting Indian market VinFast shows a new electric scooter, a modernised Viper variant, with design filed in India and plans to expand production for the Indian market. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-unveils-new-electric-scooter-design-targeting-indian-market ### 2026-07-05: VinFast's Indian sales eclipse Tesla, reaching 1,394 units in June VinFast sold 1,394 EVs in India in June, outpacing Tesla’s ~35 units, while Tesla delivered a record 480,126 cars globally in Q2 but saw its stock drop 7.5%. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfasts-indian-sales-eclipse-tesla-reaching-1394-units-in-june ### 2026-07-04: VinFast launches VF 2, Vietnam’s cheapest electric city car at 188 million dong VinFast launched the VF 2 on 5 July 2026, the cheapest EV in Vietnam at 188 million dong, offering a 210 km range, 30 kW motor, and free monthly charging for owners. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-vf-2-electric-scooter-expected-to-launch-at-179-million-vnd ### 2026-07-02: VinFast registers new electric scooter design for Indian market VinFast filed a design patent in India for a new electric scooter similar to its Viper model, featuring a bird‑wing LED strip, 3 kW rear motor, 70 km/h top speed and 82 km range, as it prepares to launch two‑w‑ 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-registers-new-electric-scooter-design-for-indian-market ### 2026-06-30: Ford Ranger and VinFast VF 8 receive major upgrades in Vietnam Ford's 2026 Ranger gets a 10‑speed gearbox, larger screens and a five‑year warranty, while VinFast’s VF 8 SUV gains a new chassis, ITM cooling, larger touchscreen and sub‑VND 900 million pricing after discounts 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-launches-new-vf-8-suv-in-vietnam-with-price-under-900-million-dong ### 2026-06-29: VinFast Limo Green Leads Vietnam MPV Sales with Record 2026 Figures VinFast Limo Green tops Vietnam’s MPV market, selling 24,059 units in early 2026 and prompting drivers to cite comfort and major fuel‑cost savings. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-limo-green-leads-vietnam-mpv-sales-with-record-2026-figures ### 2026-06-28: VinFast files India design patent for Viper electric scooter VinFast filed an Indian design patent for its Viper electric scooter, detailing specs and hinting at an entry into India's competitive two‑wheeler market. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-files-india-design-patent-for-viper-electric-scooter ### 2026-06-28: Honda prices UC3 electric scooter far below Thai market to boost Vietnam sales Honda sells the UC3 electric scooter in Vietnam for 56.5‑58 million VND, far below Thailand’s price, leveraging ATIGA tax cuts and a fast charger to challenge VinFast. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/honda-prices-uc3-electric-scooter-far-below-thai-market-to-boost-vietnam-sales ### 2026-06-26: Honda launches high‑spec UC3 electric scooter in Vietnam Honda Vietnam launched the UC3 electric scooter, offering up to 120 km range, fast CHAdeMO charging, incentives and a growing charging‑station network. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/honda-launches-highspec-uc3-electric-scooter-in-vietnam ### 2026-06-26: Vietnam launches YADEA Omee electric scooter amid green trade drive YADEA launches the Omee electric scooter for Vietnamese students and partners with Be Group, while EU green‑trade rules push Vietnam to adopt carbon‑border compliance and green finance. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-launches-yadea-omee-electric-scooter-amid-green-trade-drive ### 2026-06-24: Green SM launches electric ride‑hailing service in Almaty, Kazakhstan Vietnam's Green SM began electric ride‑hailing in Almaty, Kazakhstan, using VinFast VF 6 eSUVs, offering a 26% launch discount and partnering with five local firms. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/green-sm-launches-electric-ridehailing-service-in-almaty-kazakhstan ### 2026-06-23: VinFast VF3 deployed as police patrol vehicle in Philippines VinFast VF3 electric mini‑car has been delivered to Cavite police in the Philippines, becoming the first Vietnamese EV used for patrol duties; officials cite its compact size, 215 km range and fast‑charging to 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-vf3-deployed-as-police-patrol-vehicle-in-philippines ### 2026-06-23: Vietnam and Czech Republic Accelerate Expansion of Public EV Charging Networks Vietnam and the Czech Republic are scaling up EV charging networks: Vietnam introduces the VETC platform to unify fragmented chargers, while the Czech Republic reaches ~4,000 stations, matching fuel pumps and a 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-and-czech-republic-accelerate-expansion-of-public-ev-charging-networks ### 2026-06-23: VinFast electric scooters surge in sales at Vinh Long summer promotion VinFast’s Vĩnh Long summer promo (June 18‑21) drew hundreds, offering up to 16% off licence‑free electric scooters and highlighting fast battery‑swap stations, prompting quick purchases. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-electric-scooters-surge-in-sales-at-vinh-long-summer-promotion ### 2026-06-20: VinFast VF 7 appeals to young buyers with bold design and strong performance VinFast VF 7, the electric C‑SUV, draws young buyers with bold styling, 349 hp/500 Nm output and incentives such as zero‑down offers and free charging through 2029. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-vf-7-appeals-to-young-buyers-with-bold-design-and-strong-performance ### 2026-06-16: VinFast reaches 1 million electric motorcycle sales as Vietnam market surges VinFast hit 1 million electric motorcycle sales as Vietnam's market grew 20 % in 2026, spurred by an upcoming ICE ban and expanding dealer network. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-reaches-1-million-electric-motorcycle-sales-as-vietnam-market-surges ### 2026-06-12: VinFast posts Q1 2026 earnings and rolls out its millionth electric motorbike VinFast posted Q1 2026 revenue up 42% but a net loss of 28,141 bn VND, delivered 58,577 EVs and 143,136 e‑motorbikes, and produced its millionth motorbike while expanding overseas. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-posts-q1-2026-earnings-and-rolls-out-its-millionth-electric-motorbike ### 2026-06-11: VinFast rolls out millionth electric scooter as it drives Vietnam’s sustainable‑city project VinFast produced its millionth electric scooter and is backing Vingroup’s ESG‑driven coastal city project, emphasizing battery‑swap tech, electric buses and renewable energy in Vietnam. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-rolls-out-millionth-electric-scooter-as-it-drives-vietnams-sustainablecity-project ### 2026-06-11: Honda cuts Vietnam motorcycle prices while recalling 800,000 US vehicles Honda offers deep discounts on Vietnamese motorcycles and initiates a recall of over 800,000 US cars for rear‑subframe issues. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/honda-motorcycle-prices-drop-sharply-in-vietnam ### 2026-06-10: VinFast nears 100,000 EV sales and launches 2,000‑vehicle green transport partnership in Vietnam VinFast sold nearly 100,000 EVs in Vietnam’s first five months of 2026 and, together with Huy Long and GSM, will deploy 2,000 additional VinFast electric vehicles for green transport in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-nears-100000-ev-sales-and-launches-2000vehicle-green-transport-partnership-in-vietnam ### 2026-06-09: VinFast posts near‑$1 billion Q1 revenue and adds 66 new electric‑motorbike dealerships in Vietnam VinFast reported Q1 revenue near $1 bn, a 42% YoY rise, and delivered record EV sales, while opening 66 new electric‑motorbike dealers to bring total Vietnamese points to about 750. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-posts-near1-billion-q1-revenue-and-adds-66-new-electricmotorbike-dealerships-in-vietnam ### 2026-06-08: Vietnam auto market: VinFast sales surge and Chinese car imports rise VinFast's Q1 2026 revenue jumped 42% with record EV deliveries, while Chinese car imports to Vietnam surged 68% YoY, highlighting rapid shifts in the local auto market. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-auto-market-vinfast-sales-surge-and-chinese-car-imports-rise ### 2026-06-08: Green SM Limo opens electric taxi service in New Delhi Green SM Limo, a VinFast‑backed electric taxi service, launched in New Delhi on 5 June 2026, offering a seven‑seat EV with safety tech and a 50 % discount through 11 June, marking the firm’s fifth overseas move 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/green-sm-limo-opens-electric-taxi-service-in-new-delhi ### 2026-06-06: Vietnam advances green transport with electric scooter incentives and upcoming SAF rules Honda Vietnam launches electric scooters with free trials and discounts, while Vietnam prepares SAF regulations ahead of ICAO's 2027 emissions mandate. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-advances-green-transport-with-electric-scooter-incentives-and-upcoming-saf-rules ### 2026-06-06: Philippines International Motor Show opens, showcasing electric vehicle launches The 10th Philippine International Motor Show opened in Manila with 17 brands, strong attendance and a focus on electric and hybrid vehicle launches, officials said it advances mobility options for Filipinos. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-international-motor-show-opens-showcasing-electric-vehicle-launches ### 2026-06-05: Delhi inaugurates Green SM electric taxi fleet in NCR Delhi officials launched Green SM’s 1,000‑vehicle electric taxi service, a Vietnam‑owned fleet made in India, with plans to grow to 10,000 in a year. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/delhi-inaugurates-green-sm-electric-taxi-fleet-in-ncr ### 2026-06-05: Green SM launches fully electric taxi service in Delhi NCR Green SM inaugurated its electric taxi service in Delhi NCR on 5 June 2026, using VinFast 7‑seat EVs with AI safety features and a 50 % launch discount, aiming to expand across India. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/green-sm-rolls-out-fully-electric-taxi-service-in-delhi-india ### 2026-06-05: VinFast rolls out affordable Amio and Viper electric scooters with subsidies in Vietnam VinFast launched the student‑focused Amio and commuter‑oriented Viper electric scooters in Vietnam, offering up to 16% price cuts and fast‑swap battery stations. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-rolls-out-affordable-amio-and-viper-electric-scooters-with-subsidies-in-vietnam ### 2026-06-05: Vietnam reports record EV orders, strong growth and new trade deals Vietnam sees double‑digit growth prospects, VinFast records 12,728 EV orders, retail sales up 11%, new trade deals with Israel and Egypt, and pushes crypto and logistics reforms. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-reports-record-ev-orders-strong-growth-and-new-trade-deals ### 2026-06-05: VinFast launches full EV ecosystem at Philippine Motor Show VinFast debuted at the Philippine International Motor Show 2026, presenting a full EV ecosystem—including vehicles, charging, mobility services and the RENTAPASADA rental program—plus incentives for its VF MPV 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-launches-full-ev-ecosystem-at-philippine-motor-show ### 2026-06-05: Honda rolls out UC3 and CUV e electric scooters in Vietnam at reduced prices Honda unveiled the UC3 and CUV e electric scooters in Vietnam, offering promotional prices around 56‑65 million VND and introducing battery‑swap and charging stations. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/honda-rolls-out-uc3-and-cuv-e-electric-scooters-in-vietnam-at-reduced-prices ### 2026-06-04: VinFast sets record for VF 8 electric SUV sales in Vietnam VinFast logged 12,728 VF 8 electric SUV orders in eight days, averaging 1.1 sales per minute, with first deliveries expected in July 2026. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-sets-record-for-vf-8-electric-suv-sales-in-vietnam ### 2026-06-04: VinFast debuts electric motorcycle amid broader electric vehicle push VinFast unveiled an electric motorcycle with modern design and tech, while Indonesia’s PT Medela Potentia subsidiary AAM launched its first electric car fleet to decarbonise logistics, targeting reduced emits & 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-debuts-electric-motorcycle-amid-broader-electric-vehicle-push ### 2026-06-02: Honda slashes price of ICON e electric scooter to roughly 15 million VND in Vietnam Honda cut the Vietnamese price of its ICON e electric scooter to about 15 million VND, offering three models at similar rates and flexible battery options. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/honda-slashes-price-of-icon-e-electric-scooter-to-roughly-15-million-vnd-in-vietnam ### 2026-06-02: VinFast partners with NVIDIA and Autobrains to launch Level‑4 robotaxi program in Southeast Asia VinFast, NVIDIA and Autobrains announced a partnership to build Level‑4 robotaxi services for Southeast Asia, using NVIDIA DRIVE Hyperion 10 hardware and Autobrains’ Agentic AI. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-partners-with-nvidia-and-autobrains-to-launch-level4-robotaxi-program-in-southeast-asia ### 2026-06-01: VinFast and Green GSM secure financing for Philippine electric vehicle expansion VinFast and Green GSM secured financing in the Philippines to boost electric motorcycle sales and all‑electric ride‑hailing services, with SB Finance offering up to 36‑month loans and PNB providing a ₱2 billion 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-and-green-gsm-secure-financing-for-philippine-electric-vehicle-expansion ### 2026-05-30: Grab expands autonomous shuttle service in Singapore and pilots self‑driving programs in Vietnam Grab launched free self‑driving shuttles in Singapore’s Punggol and announced pilot autonomous vehicle and robot delivery projects in Vietnam, promising EV charging infrastructure and smart‑mobility investment. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grab-expands-autonomous-shuttle-service-in-singapore-and-pilots-selfdriving-programs-in-vietnam ### 2026-05-30: Vietnam expands EV charging stations on North‑South highway Vietnam's road authority reports 21 EV charging stations across the North‑South highway, with several already operating and more under construction by multiple investors. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-expands-ev-charging-stations-on-northsouth-highway ### 2026-05-30: V‑Green appoints Nguyen Anh Quynh as CEO, runs 150,000 EV chargers across five countries V‑Green, owned by Pham Nhat Vuong, appointed Nguyen Anh Quynh CEO; its EV network runs over 150,000 chargers in the US, Canada, UAE, Laos and India. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vgreen-appoints-nguyen-anh-quynh-as-ceo-runs-150000-ev-chargers-across-five-countries ### 2026-05-29: VinFast rolls out Limo Green EV and charging network in India VinFast will launch its Limo Green electric sedan in India in Feb 2026, priced near ₹19 lakh, while partners V‑Green and ChargeZone start rolling out a 60 kW charging network beginning in Vadodara. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-rolls-out-limo-green-ev-and-charging-network-in-india ### 2026-05-28: VinFast launches Flazz Max electric scooter in Vietnam VinFast unveiled the Flazz Max electric scooter in Vietnam, featuring a 1.5 kW motor, 85 km range, removable battery, free swapping, and a price of about 13 million VND after discounts. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-launches-flazz-max-electric-scooter-in-vietnam ### 2026-05-28: VinFast launches new VF 8 electric SUV in Vietnam VinFast’s new VF 8 electric SUV launches in Vietnam at 999 million VND, featuring lighter chassis, advanced software‑defined tech, ADAS, and early‑bird discounts sparking strong consumer demand. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-launches-new-vf-8-electric-suv-in-vietnam ### 2026-05-26: Vietnam's V‑Green and VNPT launch nationwide EV charging and battery‑swap network V‑Green and VNPT will install 6,000 battery‑swap units and 100 EV chargers at 2,500 sites nationwide, targeting 60,000 swaps by Q2 2026 to boost Vietnam’s electric‑vehicle ecosystem. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnams-vgreen-and-vnpt-launch-nationwide-ev-charging-and-batteryswap-network ### 2026-05-20: VinFast launches new-generation VF 8 electric SUV in Vietnam VinFast debuts the redesigned VF 8 electric SUV in Vietnam, featuring a new design, 12.9‑in screen, 60 kWh battery and 500 km range. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-launches-new-generation-vf-8-electric-suv-in-vietnam ### 2026-05-20: VinFast VF MPV 7 electric MPV gains Vietnamese families with low price and free charging VinFast’s VF MPV 7 electric MPV attracts Vietnamese families with spacious design, strong performance, low price (~745 M VND) and free charging till 2029. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-vf-mpv-7-electric-mpv-gains-vietnamese-families-with-low-price-and-free-charging ### 2026-05-19: VinFast secures 1,500‑car taxi order and advances European electric bus program VinFast lands a 1,500‑car taxi order in Vietnam and develops new electric buses for Europe. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-secures-1500car-taxi-order-and-advances-european-electric-bus-program ### 2026-05-18: Honda launches cash rebate and low‑interest financing for ICON e electric scooter in Vietnam Honda Vietnam offers VND 5 million cash rebate and 0.55% monthly financing on ICON e electric scooters, cutting prices to ~VND 20 million. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/honda-launches-cash-rebate-and-lowinterest-financing-for-icon-e-electric-scooter-in-vietnam ### 2026-05-17: VinFast opens Cebu South showroom, expanding electric vehicle presence in the Philippines VinFast opened a Cebu South showroom in the Philippines, featuring its MPV 7 and Limo Green EVs for families and fleets. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-opens-cebu-south-showroom-expanding-electric-vehicle-presence-in-the-philippines ### 2026-05-12: Honda Vietnam slashes gasoline bike prices as it readies electric UC3 launch Honda Vietnam cuts gas bike prices and plans to launch the UC3 electric scooter at about 60 million dong. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/honda-vietnam-slashes-gasoline-bike-prices-as-it-readies-electric-uc3-launch ### 2026-05-07: Vietnam's PVOIL partners with V‑Green to install 3,000 EV bike battery‑swap stations nationwide PVOIL and V‑Green will add over 3,000 bike‑battery‑swap cabinets to about 1,000 fuel stations across Vietnam by June 2026. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnams-pvoil-partners-with-vgreen-to-install-3000-ev-bike-batteryswap-stations-nationwide ### 2026-05-07: VinFast launches VF MPV 7 in Philippines and outlines aggressive global EV growth plan VinFast rolls out its VF MPV 7 in the Philippines while reporting 197k EV deliveries in 2025 and targeting 300k in 2026. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vinfast-launches-vf-mpv-7-in-philippines-and-outlines-aggressive-global-ev-growth-plan ### 2026-05-05: Grab targets conversion of 70,000 Southeast Asian rideshare vehicles to electric as EV battery tech accelerates toward ‑ Grab will fund conversion of 70,000 rideshare vehicles to EVs in SE Asia as battery tech advances toward 2026. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grab-targets-conversion-of-70000-southeast-asian-rideshare-vehicles-to-electric-as-ev-battery-tech-a --- Cite as: Vietnam EV market expansion and VinFast growth. 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