automotive
The Automotive category covers industry trends, production data, and trade dynamics shaping the vehicle manufacturing and supply chain sector. It explores automobile production, exports, imports, foreign investment, and government policies, providing insights into electric vehicles (EVs), automotive components, supply chain challenges, and consumer demand. This section also examines technological advancements, infrastructure development, and regulatory changes impacting the industry. Whether analyzing market growth, investment opportunities, or policy shifts, this category serves as a resource for businesses, investors, and policymakers navigating the evolving automotive sector.
Motorbike production in Vietnam down 0.76 percent in May 2026
Vietnam produced 378.91 thousand motorbikes in May, down 0.76 percent from 381.82 thousand in April 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Motor vehicle production in Vietnam up 2.68 percent in May 2026
Vietnam produced 52.72 thousand motor vehicles in May, up 2.68 percent from 51.34 thousand units in April 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam car sales flat in May against April 2026
Total car sales in Vietnam reached 24,136 units in May compared to 24,479 units in April, according to the latest data from the Vientam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA).
Automotive in Vietnam: EV Maker VinFast Records US$1 Billion Net Loss in Q1
This is interesting in that it comes amid an uptick in sales with 58,577 electric cars and 143,136 electric two-wheelers delivered, up 61 percent and 219 percent compared to Q1 2025, respectively.
North Carolina vs VinFast Lawsuit: What Happens Next?
It’s difficult to see what VinFast can possibly say with respect to mounting a legal defence. Though VinFast is still in business, despite mounting losses, so it might be too presumptive to count the company’s North Carolina ambitions out just yet.
Vietnam cars imports reached US$433.82 million in April 2026, down 26.43 percent compared to March
Vietnam imported cars to the tune of US$434 million in April, down from US$590 million in March, a change of -26.43 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Motorbike production in Vietnam down 1.31 percent in April 2026
Vietnam produced 361.34 thousand motorbikes in April, down 1.31 percent from 366.13 thousand in March 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam car sales down 22 percent month-on-month in April 2026
Vietnam’s total car sales fell to 24,479 units in April 2026 from 31,351 units in March, according to Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers’ Association data.
Car production in Vietnam up 11.32 percent in April 2026
Vietnam produced 50.21 thousand motor vehicles in April, up 11.32 percent from 45.11 thousand in March 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Motorbike production in Vietnam up 57.67 percent in March / year-on-year +50.54%, YTD +31.63%
Vietnam produced 354.20 thousand motorbikes in March, up 57.67 percent from 224.65 thousand in February 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Car production in Vietnam up 43.55 percent in March / year-on-year +17.62%, YTD +18.55%
Vietnam produced 44.81 thousand motor vehicles in March, up 43.55 percent from 31.21 thousand units in February 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam car imports up 64.33 percent in March 2026 / China 113.55%, Indonesia 46.75%
Vietnam imported car to the tune of US$590 million in March, up from US$359 million in February, a change of 64.33 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam car sales up 100.13 percent MoM in March 2026 / 20% YoY
Total car sales in Vietnam reached 31,351 units in March 2026, up from 15,665 in February, according to the latest data from the Vientam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA).
Motorbike production in Vietnam up 57.67 percent in March / year-on-year +50.54%, YTD +31.63%
Vietnam produced 354.20 thousand motorbikes in March, up 57.67 percent from 224.65 thousand in February 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam car production February 2026 +49.18% / year-on-year +8.97, YTD +24.01%
Vietnam produced 51.70 thousand motor vehicles in February, up 49.18 percent from 34.66 thousand units in January, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam motor vehicles imports down 6.84 percent in February 2026 / China -44.70%, Indonesia 87.18%
Vietnam imported motor vehicles to the tune of US$359 million in February, down from US$385 million in January, a change of -6.84 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
VinFast’s 2025 Financial Performance: Key Takeaways
As a cornerstone of Vingroup’s ecosystem, which spans multiple industries across Vietnam and employs thousands, VinFast’s performance carries wide-reaching implications. Here’s what that looked like at the end of 2025.
Vietnam car sales down 9% YoY in February 2026 / Toyota +24.9%, Ford -10.3%
Total car sales in Vietnam reached 15,665 units in February compared to 29,774 units in January. Year-to-date, the VAMA has recorded 45,439 Total car sales. This is compared to 32,857 units over the same period in 2025.
Motorbike production in Vietnam down 34.74 percent in February
Vietnam produced 373.56 thousand motorbikes in February, down 34.74 percent from 224.65 thousand in January, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Motor vehicles production in Vietnam up 2.68 percent in January
Vietnam produced 56.19 thousand motor vehicles in January, up 2.68 percent from 54.72 thousand units in December, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Financial difficulties at two major gym chains raise questions about consumer spending and household finances in Vietnam. Meanwhile, a Chinese contractor joins Vingroup’s US$3.9
Vietnam’s central bank moves to rebuild foreign exchange reserves despite mounting inflation pressures, raising questions about the government’s economic strategy. Meanwhile, reports of Vingroup-linked
Vietnam’s government forecasts a 40 percent surge in property-related revenue in 2027 despite weakening real estate transactions, raising questions about the sustainability of its
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