VinFast offers free charging until 2029 for EV buyers in the Philippines
By Eve
Vietnamese automaker VinFast is providing complimentary charging at its network of stations for customers who purchase an electric vehicle in the Philippines, with the offer valid through 2029. The promotion applies to VinFast EV models sold in the market and aims to lower the total cost of ownership for early adopters. Manila Bulletin reported the initiative as part of VinFast's market entry strategy in the country.
Why it matters
The five year free charging commitment signals VinFast's intent to build both vehicle sales and charging infrastructure in the Philippines, potentially accelerating demand for public and workplace charge points. Procurement teams should monitor whether the captive network model influences site selection and partnership opportunities in the region.
Source
- Source
- mb.com.ph
- Original title
- “Buy a VinFast EV, recharge for free until 2029”
- Published
- 20 March 2026 (date approximate)
- Updated
- 16 July 2026
In this story
- Topic
- Electric Vehicles
- Place
- Philippines
- Tag
- VinFast
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