VinFast Makes First Electric Car in India at New Tamil Nadu Factory
โ Big Step for VinFast in India
VinFast, a car company from Vietnam, has made its first electric car in India. This happened at its new factory in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu. The Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, M.K. Stalin, came to open the factory.
๐ญ New Factory Details
The factory was built with a big investment of โน16,000 crore. It can make up to 1.5 lakh (150,000) electric cars every year when fully ready. The factory will also give jobs to around 3,500 people.
This is a big move by VinFast to grow in India, which is becoming one of the worldโs biggest markets for electric vehicles (EVs).
๐ VinFast Cars: VF6 and VF7
๐ข Bookings Are Open
VinFast has started pre-bookings for its two new electric cars โ VF6 and VF7. You can book one by paying โน21,000. The prices will be announced soon.
๐ VinFast VF6 โ Small Electric SUV
- Battery: 59.6 kWh
- Power: 204 horsepower
- Range: Can go up to 480 km on one full charge
- Speed: 0 to 100 km/h in 8.89 seconds
๐ VinFast VF7 โ Bigger and More Powerful SUV
- Battery: 75.3 kWh
- Base Model: 201 horsepower, range of 451 km
- Plus Model: 348 horsepower, range of 431 km
- Size: Length โ 4,545 mm, Width โ 1,890 mm, Height โ 1,636 mm
Both cars will come with modern features and smart technology.
๐ Top Features in VF7
- Stylish LED lights on the front
- Hidden door handles that pop out
- Big glass roof for a wide view
- Large screen inside for music, maps, and car controls
- Wireless updates โ car software gets better over time
- Vegan leather seats
- Mood lighting inside
- Advanced safety features:
- Lane assist
- Adaptive cruise control
- Blind spot warning
- Auto-opening boot
- AC with two zones for driver and passenger
๐๏ธ VinFast Showrooms Across India
VinFast is working with 13 dealer groups to open 32 showrooms in 27 cities. Some of these showrooms are already open. Three more will start before the end of this year, making a total of 35 showrooms.
These stores will be in big cities and also in smaller places where electric vehicles are becoming popular.
๐ฎ๐ณ VinFast Sees Big Future in India
VinFast is serious about growing in India. By making cars here, it can keep prices lower and reach more people. With modern features, good battery range, and more showrooms coming, VinFast is ready to take on the Indian EV market.
More updates, including the price of VF6 and VF7, will be shared soon.