Ho Chi Minh City Petrol Vehicle Ban 2030: Vietnam’s Bold EV Roadblock
Ho Chi Minh City announces a ban on petrol vehicles downtown by 2030. Explore the impacts on ride-hailing, VinFast's growth, and the infrastructure challenges facing EVs.
Vietnam's commercial heart is ditching petrol for electric power. Ho Chi Minh City is planning to bar petrol vehicles from its downtown core by 2030, following in the footsteps of a similar restriction set to hit central Hanoi in July 2026. It's a massive shift for a megacity where the roar of internal combustion engines has long been the soundtrack of the streets.
Ho Chi Minh City Petrol Vehicle Ban 2030: Targets and Timelines
The city's strategy doesn't just target private cars. By 2030, officials want bureaucrats and ride-hailing services like Grab to use 100% e-bikes. This policy align's with VinFast's recent dominance, with the local EV giant having already sold over 100,000 units in Vietnam, outperforming its own 2024 records.
| Target Group | Requirement | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Bureaucrats | 100% Electric E-bikes | 2030 |
| Ride-hailers (Grab, etc.) | 100% Electric E-bikes | 2030 |
| Private Petrol Vehicles | Banned in Downtown | 2030 |
Infrastructure Friction: The Apartment Ban Dilemma
While the government pushes for electrification, some residents are hitting a wall. Multiple apartment complexes in Ho Chi Minh City have actually banned EVs from their parking garages due to fire safety concerns. It's a classic case of policy outrunning infrastructure, making it difficult for early adopters to follow the city's green vision.
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