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Vinfast Electric Bus Launch in India Scheduled for August 2026
VinFast, a Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer, is set to launch electric buses in India by August 2026, extending its offerings beyond cars and two-wheelers. The company is currently negotiating with several state transport undertakings for potential orders. VinFast, which started selling electric cars in India in September 2025, plans to introduce electric two-wheelers and a ride-hailing service in 2026. With a $2 billion investment plan, including a production facility in Tamil Nadu, VinFast aims to enhance its local manufacturing capabilities.
Keshav Rajput
Updated Dec 1, 2025, 05:31 PM IST
Vinfast Electric Bus Launch in India Scheduled for August 2026
Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast will introduce its electric buses in India by August 2026, expanding its portfolio beyond electric cars and upcoming two-wheelers. The company said the move is part of its broader plan to strengthen its presence in India.
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Electric Buses Planned for August 2026
Pham Sanh Chau, CEO of VinFast Asia, said the company aims to bring its electric buses to India in mid-2026. VinFast is currently in talks with State Transport Undertakings in Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana for potential orders.
The company’s global electric bus lineup ranges from 6-metre to 12-metre models. These buses, already on sale in Vietnam and recently launched in Europe, offer a claimed driving range of up to 260 km and use a 281 kWh battery.
Expansion of Vehicle Portfolio
VinFast began selling electric cars in India in September 2025 with the VF 6 and VF 7 and has set up around 26 dealerships. In 2026, the company plans to introduce electric two-wheelers in the second half of the year and launch its GSM ride-hailing service by August.
For two-wheelers, VinFast is evaluating models from its global range that deliver between 100 km and 160 km of range. One of the models under assessment is the Theon S, which offers a claimed 150 km range and features dual-channel ABS and LED lighting. If launched, it may be priced around Rs 1.50 lakh.
The company is also preparing to bring the Limo Green electric MPV to India in February 2026. The MPV, already sold in Vietnam, comes with a 10.1-inch touchscreen, single-zone climate control with vents for all rows and a front-wheel-drive setup with Eco, Comfort and Sport modes.
Manufacturing and Investment
VinFast has announced a $2 billion investment plan for India. Of this, $500 million has already been used to build a production facility in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu. The plant currently supports an annual capacity of 50,000 electric cars, expandable to 150,000 units. The company has not confirmed manufacturing plans for its upcoming buses and two-wheelers but indicated that two-wheelers may be locally produced from launch.
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