Strong performances at home and abroad for the Vietnamese brand
by Angelo Nieto
We talk about our recent trip to VinFast’s home base in Haiphong, Vietnam
VinFast has been making waves in the local market, and not just because of its cars-there's been a lot of noise surrounding the brand's electrified scooters, too. They're on their way to our market, and Filipinos have been
The brand is aiming for 30,000 stations across the country
VinFast's electric scooters are on their way to the Philippines, and the brand is starting to make a lot of buzz in the motorcycle market. One of its biggest selling points for these two-wheelers is that they'll come with
*That’s with a battery subscription
VinFast Philippines has expanded its lineup with the all-new VF MPV 7. As its name suggests, this fully electric offering is a multi-purpose vehicle, capable of seating seven passengers and accommodating up to 1,240 liters of cargo.Underneath the
by Billy Caluag
The Vietnamese brand has just signed with 14 Philippine distributors
VinFast Philippines will be expanding into fully electric scooters very soon. The Vietnamese brand just formalized partnerships with 14 distributors, as it plans to launch at least three models and a nationwide battery-swapping network.The VinFast Evo, Feliz II, and Viper
by Billy Caluag
Jetour is the top PHEV brand while Toyota dominates HEV sales
The first quarter of the year has concluded, and after a busy first three months, the numbers from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) are out. There are more than a few things to point out for this Q1
While this isn’t an official press release, the brand has some serious goals
VinFast has called its shot. During a recent conference held at the Maybank Performing Arts Theatre in Bonifacio Global City, CEO for VinFast Philippines and Southeast Asia Toti Zara said that he believes the Vietnamese carmaker will be the top-selling BEV
by Billy Caluag
Ownership programs are also available
VinFast Philippines is now offering low-cost vehicle rental and ownership programs to ride-sharing drivers looking to eliminate their fuel costs. With this initiative, the Vietnamese automaker has made its Green lineup more accessible to Transportation Network Vehicle Service (TNVS) drivers
To make the switch easier
These are uncertain times for the automotive industry, with disruptions beyond our control involving disputes we're not even part of. But we still need to get moving and be on the go, so we make decisions based on the options presented
An added layer of security for would-be VinFast owners
A brand-new car-no matter the price, the quality, or the brand-starts depreciating the minute you drive it out of the dealership. How much that depreciation is varies, and that's something a lot of car buyers consider when choosing
*Except for the VF5
In case you didn't know, VinFast Philippines has two pricing schemes for its all-electric lineup. Buyers can purchase a VinFast unit with the battery included, or opt for a battery subscription scheme that lowers the purchase cost, but requires the
The upcoming MPV is most likely the VinFast Limo Green
VinFast is set to launch several new models in 2026 as part of its expansion plans for the Philippine market. Specifically, the Vietnamese car brand will launch an electric MPV and electric scooters this year.The official release did not specify the
The program applies to the entire VinFast lineup
VinFast Philippines has launched an in-house residual value guarantee program, ensuring that its electric vehicles will hold most of their value over time.Under this program, all newly purchased VinFast vehicles will be placed on a fixed depreciation schedule, spanning the
Other VinFast models are also discounted, with savings up to P277k
VinFast Philippines is currently offering its adorable and accessible EV, the VF3, with a cash discount of P89,980, which brings its total price to just P655,020.Instead of a cash discount, buyers can also pick up their new VF3 with
by Billy Caluag
The artist behind this creation gets to keep this colorful unit
During the recent 2025 Manila International Auto Show, you may have noticed a colorful VinFast VF3 on display at the VinFast Philippines booth. That very unit actually took the grand prize in the 'VF 3: Brave New Imagination Creators Challenge,' and was
VinFast PH expands its range
VinFast Philippines has added a new model to its pure electric lineup. Making its local debut is the VF6, and it serves as the company's electric subcompact crossover offering. A pretty competitive segment that's largely occupied by Chinese automakers.With
The electric compact crossover comes with a choice of two powertrains
In case you didn't know, two motor shows are happening simultaneously this week. But before anyone could pull the covers off a car at the Philippine International Motor Show, here comes VinFast at the 2024 Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS) with
*That’s if you’ll purchase one with a battery subscription
Here it is: The VinFast VF3 is officially available on the Philippine market, and as promised, it's very competitively priced.You may already be familiar with VinFast Philippines' pricing scheme for its electric vehicles. If not, here's a quick summary:
Vietnam’s adorable mini EV SUV is coming
A few days ago, Vinfast Philippines announced its tentative pricing for its mini EV SUV, the VF3. Now, the Vietnamese automaker is making more noise by revealing its launch date.The Vinfast VF3 Philippine launch date has been locked in and set
There’s a new battery subscription option now
Vietnamese carmaker VinFast has now officially opened its dealerships in the Philippines. The first three showrooms are VinFast EDSA, VinFast Alabang, and VinFast ASEANA. These dealers will showcase VinFast's initial offerings: the VF5, the VF7, and the VF9. As you might
Surprise!
VinFast Philippines is officially here and they say they're here to stay. With a four-car, full-EV range, it's a bold move for Vietnam's first-ever car company.We've covered the four models that VinFast will sell
