Source: Retail News Asia

Strict environmental policies are seen as a significant factor in Vietnam’s adoption of electric-powered two-wheelers – with the country now placed as the third largest in the world for electric motorcycles.

The overall motorcycle market in Vietnam in 2025 saw an expansion of 14.9%, with a substantial increase in electric variants being a key element in this trend. This can undoubtedly be partially attributed to the announcement by Hanoi authorities of a prohibition on internal combustion engine vehicles by July 2026.

Vietnamese riders’ motorcycle brand choices have shifted in the move towards electric options. Brands traditionally in the leading spots, such as Honda and Yamaha, are beginning to be bypassed in favour of those more directly focused on electric models, including domestic electric mobility brand VinFast, which experienced a notable 532% growth. Other local manufacturers, Pega and Dibao, reported growth rates of 60% and 75% respectively, while Chinese brand Yadea has seen a 61.6% increase.