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Hanoi, Vietnam — VinFast Auto (Nasdaq: VFS) as we speak introduced that it acquired a record-breaking variety of 27,649 non-refundable and non-transferable pre-orders for the mini-SUV VF 3 inside 66 hours, setting a Vietnamese automotive report, demonstrating the spectacular enchantment of the VF 3 and its potential to grow to be a “national car” in Vietnam.
Along with report gross sales, the VF 3 grew to become a social media phenomenon in Vietnam, topping development rankings and sparking probably the most on-line discussions since VinFast opened pre-orders.
The VF 3’s record-breaking pre-orders are credited by its particular introductory worth of solely 235 million VND (roughly $9,248, battery subscription) and 315 million VND (roughly $12,390, battery included) for purchasers who positioned deposits from Might 13 to Might 15. This is a perfect worth level that makes it possible for extra shoppers to personal a car and enhance their high quality of life at an inexpensive value.
For a down fee, clients solely want between 50–70 million VND (roughly $1,965–$2,750). The remaining steadiness may be financed by means of inexpensive installments with a complete month-to-month fee of simply over 2 million VND (roughly $78.5) over 8 years. Notably, paying for the VF 3 in full upfront prices solely half the value of the most cost effective gasoline automobile mannequin at present out there within the Vietnamese market.
Along with its enticing worth, the record-breaking variety of pre-orders can be attributed to the revolutionary gross sales method VinFast piloted for this mannequin. For the primary time in Vietnam, automobiles had been bought on e-commerce platforms comparable to Shopee, VinID, and orders might be positioned by means of 9 livestream classes carried out by 15 influencers.
This revolutionary gross sales method made the VF 3 the primary car in Vietnam to attain over 50% of its complete orders on-line, marking a momentous growth within the on-line to offline enterprise mannequin and emphasizing VinFast’s pioneering position within the Vietnamese automotive market.
In response to the robust help from clients, Ms. Duong Thi Thu Trang, CEO VinFast Vietnam, stated: “The 27,649 pre-orders received within 66 hours is a testament to the strong support and trust of the Vietnamese people for VinFast. We are extremely grateful for our customers’ endorsement for the VF 3 and our brand, and we will strive to continue to earn their support as we grow into a world-class Vietnamese automaker.”
Just like different VinFast electrical automobiles, the VF 3 comes with the perfect guarantee coverage within the Vietnamese market, with a 7-year or 160,000 km guarantee for the car (whichever comes first) and an 8-year limitless mileage guarantee for the battery.
The primary VF 3 automobiles are anticipated to be delivered to clients beginning in August 2024, with no less than 20,000 automobiles anticipated to be delivered this yr.
About VinFast
VinFast — a member of Vingroup — envisions driving the development of the worldwide sensible electrical car revolution. Established in 2017, VinFast owns a state-of-the-art automotive manufacturing advanced with globally main scalability that boasts as much as 90 p.c automation in Hai Phong, Vietnam.
Strongly dedicated to the mission of a sustainable future for everybody, VinFast continually innovates to deliver high-quality merchandise, superior sensible providers, seamless buyer experiences, and pricing technique for all to encourage international clients to collectively create a way forward for sensible mobility and a sustainable planet. Be taught extra at: https://vinfastauto.com/vn_en
Press launch from VinFast
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