Surat’s New Spark : VinFast launches it’s 1st showroom in Surat, India.

featured image courtesy: Vinfast India website

For years, the chatter about Electric Vehicles in India felt a bit like a distant hum – lots of promise, not enough punch. Well, dear reader, that narrative has officially been put in the rearview mirror! India isn’t just embracing the EV revolution; it’s becoming the main stage, and our charging points are about to get very busy.

Just look around! We’ve got homegrown giants like Tata Motors pushing boundaries with the Harrier EV and the highly anticipated Creta EV from Hyundai making waves. And let’s not forget the recent electric thunder brought by MG, who just launched their head-turning 2-seater electric roadster, the Cyberster – a car that looks straight out of a sci-fi flick! And, yes, even the much-discussed Tesla has finally rolled out its Model Y onto Indian roads. The party is certainly getting crowded.

But hold your horses (or rather, your electric ponies), because the biggest buzz this July 27, 2025, comes all the way from Vietnam! VinFast, the ambitious EV player, has officially lit up its very first showroom in India, right here in Surat’s Piplod!

This isn’t just about selling cars; it’s a strategic chess move. While their massive $2 billion manufacturing plant in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, prepares to hum to life next month, VinFast is already getting up close and personal with Indian customers. Imagine walking into that sleek 3,000 sq ft space, thanks to the collaboration with Chandan Car, and pre-booking your future ride – the elegant VF 6 or the dynamic VF 7 – for a mere INR 21,000. That’s a wise investment in a future that’s green, quiet, and seriously stylish.

The true wisdom here lies in recognizing that India is no longer just a market for finished EVs. It’s rapidly transforming into a global manufacturing and innovation hub for electric mobility. VinFast’s aggressive plan of 35 dealerships across 27 cities by year-end, coupled with their holistic approach to charging infrastructure and battery recycling, shows they’re not just here for a joyride. They’re here to build an ecosystem.

So, whether you’re a seasoned EV enthusiast or just dipping your toes into the electric dream, the message is clear: the future of mobility in India is accelerating, and it’s looking brighter (and greener) than ever. The competition is fierce, the choices are expanding, and now, with VinFast’s bold entry, the EV game in India just got a whole lot more electrifying!