VinFast rolls out its first made-in-Vietnam car
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Vietnam’s first full-fledged carmaker has started trial runs in its Hai Phong factory, preparing to deliver preordered vehicles later this year. The Lux SA 2.0 SUV, which has a 228 horsepower engine and an 8-gear automatic transmission, started its first run Wednesday at VinFast’s factory in the northern port city of Hai Phong.
Commercial versions of both the SUV and a sedan will be delivered in the second and third quarter this year to customers who have pre-ordered.
VinFast, a unit of Vietnam’s largest private conglomerate Vingroup, claims to be the first auto manufacturer in Vietnam with a closed, synchronous and complete cycle of production.
The first cars will be tested in several countries including Australia, Austria and South Korea to make them European standards. They will also be tested in Vietnam for endurance in various climates and conditions.
VinFast showed off prototypes of its first two car models at the Paris Motor Show in France last October, just a year after the company’s incorporation.
A limited edition of its Lux SA 2.0, called the Lux V8 with a 455 horsepower V8 engine, is being displayed at the Geneva Motor Show 2019 this week.
Questions & Answers
Q.When will the commercial versions of the VinFast SUV and sedan be delivered to customers?
When will the commercial versions of the VinFast SUV and sedan be delivered to customers?
Commercial versions of both the SUV and a sedan are scheduled for delivery in the second and third quarter of this year. These will go to customers who have placed pre-orders for the vehicles.
Q.What is VinFast's claim regarding its manufacturing process in Vietnam?
What is VinFast's claim regarding its manufacturing process in Vietnam?
VinFast, a unit of Vingroup, claims to be Vietnam's first auto manufacturer with a closed, synchronous, and complete cycle of production. This signifies an integrated manufacturing approach within the country.
Q.Where will the first VinFast cars undergo testing before delivery?
Where will the first VinFast cars undergo testing before delivery?
The first VinFast cars will be tested in several countries, including Australia, Austria, and South Korea, to ensure they meet European standards. They will also undergo endurance testing within Vietnam.
Q.When and where did VinFast first display prototypes of its initial car models?
When and where did VinFast first display prototypes of its initial car models?
VinFast first displayed prototypes of its two initial car models at the Paris Motor Show in France last October. This public unveiling occurred just one year after the company's incorporation.
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