Vietnam automobile, motorcycle and bicycle association aims to make only electric vehicles by 2035

The Vietnam Automobile, Motorcycle and Bicycle Association (Vamoba) seeks to have all of its members produce at least one electric vehicle (EV) product line by 2027 and by 2035, 100% of their automobiles and motorcycles will be environmentally friendly EVs.

The association made the statement at its 4th Congress for the 2025-2030 term on Tuesday, which saw a new development vision announced.

It said it will focus on five pillars: comprehensive digital transformation by building a digital ecosystem, applying AI, Big Data, IoT, e-commerce; sustainable development - green economy by promoting the production of EVs, hybrid vehicles, environmentally friendly vehicles; enhancing international competitiveness by supporting enterprises to integrate and promote "Made in Vietnam" to the world.

After 34 years of operation, Vamoba now has more than 230 members, including 30 enterprises manufacturing and assembling two-wheeled vehicles and more than 200 spare parts suppliers. Their average output is nearly 400,000 motorbikes and one million bicycles per year, of which 93% are consumed domestically and 7% are exported.

Among the members are Sufat Vietnam, Kazuki, Tuan Nghia, Victoria, Sumotor, H.F.T Vietnam, Emotovn, Hyosung, Duc Minh, Habaco, Vietkai, Dong Minh, CNC Vietnam, Myoko Vietnam, and HT-Bike.

Focusing on developing EVs, charging stations

Along with the green transformation trend, Vamoba members are focusing on developing EV products and charging stations.

In 2025, its members, in cooperation with partners, have developed more than 500 charging stations in major cities and strive to reach over 2,000 units by 2027, supporting the sustainable development of EVs.

The association aims to have 100% of its members make at least one EV product line by 2027. By 2030, EVs will account for about 40% of total output, while reducing CO2 emissions by 50% compared to 2020. It seeks to produce environmentally friendly EVs only by 2035.

At the event, Nguyen Dong Phong, director of the Emission Testing Center under the Vietnam Register, the Ministry of Construction, noted that the association needs to continue emphasizing green transformation and reducing emissions towards net-zero emissions by 2050.

"It is also necessary to play an active role in moving towards a green development market, supporting enterprises in manufacturing, importing, and distributing electric vehicles that meet emission standards and environmental protection."

In particular, Phong noted, the association needs to better coordinate with relevant authorities in developing standards, regulations, and inspection procedures for motorcycles and motorbikes in general and for electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and clean energy vehicles in particular.

Another association, the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA), last month raised concerns that up to 96% of their gasoline-powered cars could be taken out of the market by 2030 due to a proposed national fuel consumption standard.

VAMA members include Daewoo Bus, Do Thanh, Ford, Honda, Hino, Isuzu, Mekong Auto, Mercedes-Benz, Samco, Mitsubishi Motors, Suzuki, Toyota, Thaco Auto, Tan Chong Group, VinFast, VEAM Motor, and Vinamotor.

Under the Prime Minister's Directive No. 20/CT-TTg issued on July 12, Hanoi will become the first Vietnamese city to ban fossil fuel-powered motorcycles and mopeds from the city's inner Ring Road 1, starting July 1, 2026. This move initiates the country’s gradual transition towards green transportation.

From January 1, 2028, the ban extends to gasoline-fuelled motorbikes and restriction targets private fossil-fuel cars within both Ring Roads 1 and 2.