July 2025 marks a small but significant milestone for VinFast electric scooters. Specifically, statistics from the former Thai Binh province – now part of Hung Yen province – show that 2,600 VinFast electric scooters were delivered to customers, while Honda sold 2,500 fuel-powered scooters during the same period.
These figures are based on data from 13 VinFast dealers and 15 Honda dealers in the former Thai Binh area.
A New Milestone for VinFast Electric Scooters
It’s a small milestone as the sales difference is only 100 vehicles, but it marks a first: for the first time, a brand has outsold Honda in a large enough locality in Vietnam. This indicates a notable shift in consumer preferences towards greener transportation options, even in localities without specific supportive policies.
Indeed, Hung Yen province and the former Thai Binh area, in particular, have not implemented dedicated policies to promote electric vehicles. This contrasts with Hanoi, which has recently announced a roadmap to ban fuel-powered scooters in Ring Road 1 from July 1, 2026, and Ho Chi Minh City’s proposal to only sign new contracts with electric vehicles for ride-hailing services from January 2026, aiming to completely ban fuel-powered vehicles from participating in ride-hailing services by December 2029. Even VinFast’s previous green conversion incentives were only applicable in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and An Giang and were only recently expanded nationwide from August 22.
VinFast electric scooters are gaining a stronger foothold in the market.
In other words, the rise of VinFast electric scooters is not driven by policies or incentives but by the voluntary choices of consumers. According to many vehicle owners in the area, cost is one of the key considerations. The cost of charging an electric scooter is significantly lower than fueling a petrol scooter, and electric scooters also have an advantage when it comes to maintenance, with minimal additional costs beyond the battery.
Apart from financial factors, improvements in infrastructure and amenities have also influenced consumers’ decisions. VinFast has opened 13 dealerships in the former Thai Binh area, almost matching Honda’s 15 dealerships, making it easier for customers to access and experience their products.
Today’s electric scooter models are no longer limited in design or features; they are increasingly meeting daily commuting needs, from range and speed to smart technology. In other words, in a province not traditionally considered a “hotspot” for green transportation, electric scooters are being chosen for the practical value they offer.
Dealers Are Also Making a Significant Shift
It’s not just consumers who are making the shift; Vietnam’s scooter distribution system is also undergoing a noticeable transformation, reflecting this trend. Nationwide, there are approximately 2,500 scooter shops, nearly 500 of which are VinFast dealers, a remarkable achievement for a brand that has only been in the market for a few years. According to an exclusive source, since the beginning of August, more than 100 dealerships that previously sold fuel-powered scooters have been approved by VinFast to sell electric scooters. This is a significant move as it shows that the dealers—who have a deep understanding of the market and customer behavior—recognize the potential of electric scooters and are proactively seizing the opportunity.
This network expansion not only increases VinFast’s reach but also builds consumer confidence. When traditional fuel-powered scooter dealerships also offer electric options, customers have more choices for purchasing, maintenance, and product experience. This development supports the prediction that the balance between the fuel-powered and electric scooter segments could shift faster than initially estimated in the coming years.
Placing this in the context of the overall market, the trend becomes even more apparent. As of the end of July 2025, electric scooter sales in Vietnam accounted for approximately 15% of total new vehicle sales, a significant increase from the 7% recorded two years ago.
According to recent statistics from Motorcycles Data, Vietnam consumed approximately 209,000 new electric scooters in the first half of 2025, nearly double the number sold in the same period in 2024. This places Vietnam as the third-largest electric scooter market globally, behind only China and India.
The report also ranks VinFast among the top 10 electric scooter brands worldwide. In 2024, the company sold nearly 71,000 units in Vietnam, and in the first quarter of 2025, VinFast’s global sales of electric scooters and e-bikes increased more than fivefold compared to the same period last year.
