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VinFast has begun recruiting dealer partners for its new electric motorcycle and scooter business in India, signaling a major expansion beyond electric cars in the country.
Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast has initiated its search for dealer partners for its upcoming electric motorcycle and scooter business in India. The company recently posted a social media invitation, encouraging interested businesses to join its dealer network, with applications open until September 15, 2026. This move signals VinFast's significant expansion beyond electric passenger vehicles in the Indian market.
VinFast had previously committed an initial investment of $500 million to its Tamil Nadu manufacturing facility, with plans to increase its overall India investment to as much as $2 billion. The company's existing Thoothukudi facility currently has an annual capacity of 50,000 electric vehicles, which is being expanded to 150,000 units. This recruitment drive for two-wheeler dealerships aligns with VinFast's broader strategy to develop production lines and workshops for electric buses and e-scooters, further solidifying its presence in India's rapidly growing EV ecosystem.
