In January 1990, the first commercially viable electric vehicle experiment, the GM Impact was debuted at the Los Angeles Auto Show by no less than chairman of General Motors then, Roger Smith.
Since then the LA Auto Show has become a launch Mecca for EVs in North America. The 2021 edition is no different. Thirty-one years later, the show is debuting the VinFast line up of electric cars, developed with so much technology and passion.
Vietnam-based automotive manufacturer established in 2017, has announced the global premiere of the company’s new EVs at the 2021 Los Angeles Auto Show®. Taking place at the LA Convention Center from November 19th to 28th, 2021, the LA Auto Show is one of the world’s most influential automotive shows. VinFast will unveil two of its latest EV models at this year’s event–VF e35 and VF e36–marking an important milestone in VinFast’s global expansion plan.
This global premiere marks the official introduction of the VinFast EV brand to the North American market. Pre-order will begin in the first half of 2022.
“Global demand for quality EVs drives the work of our VinFast team every day. We have made vigorous investments and conducted extensive market research to create premium EVs that will satisfy the desires of global customers,” Le Thi Thu Thuy, Vice Chairwoman of Vingroup said.
VinFast is only EV brand representing Vietnam to attend the 2021 LA Auto Show from November 19 to 28, 2021. It will introduce the VF e35 and VF e36 electric SUV models in the respective D & E market segments.
These two EVs integrate ADAS (Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems), featuring Lane Assist, Collision Warning, Driver Monitoring, Fully Automated Parking, Summon Vehicle, and more. Moreover, VF e35 and VF e36 are equipped with Smart Infotainment, including in-car control features with Voice Assistant, Virtual Assistant, and E-Commerce Services, among others,” the company said in a press statement.
These advances stem from VinFast’s strategic investments, pioneering research and development, and global collaboration with automotive industry leaders and innovative start-ups associated with VinFast and Vingroup.
At the event, VinFast will officially launch its global EV brand and its smart and environmentally friendly e-mobility solutions researched and developed by Vingroup’s technology ecosystem.
“This is just the beginning. We hope to capture the hearts and imaginations of even the most demanding customers with VinFast’s dedicated service and smart, high-quality products,” Thuy said.
The 2021 LA Auto Show marks the return of VinFast to the global stage since its first introduction at the 2018 Paris Motor Show. This time, VinFast will officially enter the global EV revolution and compete in North American and European markets after this global launch.
“We are very proud to have the first-ever Vietnamese automaker, VinFast, choose the 2021 LA Auto Show to make their North American debut. As a pioneer in supporting consumer adoption of and education on electric vehicles, we welcome electrification and EV brands.” Ms. Kaz added: “We look forward to supporting VinFast’s presence at this year’s show and will keep a close eye on their brand development,” Lisa Kaz, CEO and owner of the LA Auto Show commented. –with Deriq Bernard
