VinFast delivers electric cars to US customers

By Truong Nguyen
Thu, March 2, 2023 | 8:35 am GMT+7

Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast delivered its first 45 all-electric cars to U.S. customers at its nine stores across California on Wednesday, while more continue to reach buyers via the firm’s American stores or a home-delivery service.

U.S. customers receive SUVs from VinFast in California on March 1, 2023. Photo courtesy of the EV maker.

U.S. customers receive SUVs from VinFast in California on March 1, 2023. Photo courtesy of the EV maker.

The delivered cars are VF 8 City Edition SUVs. They are among 999 EVs VinFast exported to the U.S. market from Vietnam last December. The firm is organizing test drive programs across California to provide customers with a hands-on experience.

The VF 8 City Edition Eco and Plus models have an EPA estimated range of 207 miles and 191 miles, respectively. The SUVs are equipped with advanced technologies including the advanced driver assistance system (ADAS), and smart services.

VinFast also offers after-sales policies including a 10-year warranty for vehicles and batteries, mobile services, and 24/7 roadside assistance.

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