Vietnam-based Electric Vehicle Startup VinFast Ships its First Vehicles to the U.S.

Tesla and other automakers competing in the growing electric vehicle market in the U.S. are about to get some new competition from Vietnam-based electric carmaker VinFast. VinFast shipped its first batch of vehicles to the U.S. as the company eyes international expansion. The first shipment of electric cars included 999 VF 8 SUVs. VinFast says its entrance into the U.S. market is a milestone for Vietnam’s automotive industry.

Eric Walz2022-11-28 14:45 PT

EV Startup VinFast Simultaneously Opens Six Retail Stores in California as it Prepares to Enter the U.S. Market

Vietnam-based electric vehicle startup VinFast says its strongly committed to a sustainable future of smart electric mobility and is preparing to enter the U.S. market with its two new electric SUVs. On July 14, the company opened its first six retail showrooms in California, with many more to come. The automaker’s strategy is to expand its network of retail locations in order to build personalized relationships with its customers.

Eric Walz2022-08-22 05:00 PT

Vietnamese Electric Vehicle Startup VinFast Files for U.S. IPO, Recently Signed MoU to Build a $4 Billion EV Factory in North Carolina

Vietnamese electric vehicle startup VinFast has big plans for expansion outside of its home country. On Thursday, its Singapore-based holding company filed for an initial public offering (IPO) with U.S. securities regulators. The plans were first reported by Reuters. The plans come after VinFast signed an MoU to build its electric vehicle factory in North Carolina. The company is investing up to $4 billion in the plant.

FutureCar Staff 2022-05-15 16:30 PT