VinFast, the Vietnam-based electric vehicle company, has officially opened its first Canadian store at Yorkdale Shopping Centre in Toronto, Ontario.

VinFast said in a statement on Wednesday the flagship location is part of the company’s rollout in Canada, with seven more stores set to open before year end, including two locations at CF Carrefour Laval in Quebec, and Park Royal Shopping Centre in Vancouver, British Columbia.

It said the VinFast Store network in Canada is part of VinFast’s go-to-market strategy, in which eight retail and service centers opening in 2022 will be the first in a network of locations to build personalized relationships with Canadian customers, ensuring reliability, convenience and peace of mind throughout the process of purchasing and owning their VinFast vehicles.

Designed to convey the “Future of Mobility” theme, VinFast Yorkdale is created with futuristic and minimalist design languages, advanced technology, interactive consumer experience.

The spacious in-store ambience blends modern finishes sourced from local Canadian producers with design elements inspired by the beauty of Vietnam’s natural wonders to provide customers with a seamless experience.

With a prime location, customers can access VinFast Yorkdale with ease to explore the interior and exterior details of VinFast’s electric SUVs – the VF 8 and VF 9, while experiencing the advanced technologies and engaging one-on-one with VinFast product experts.

At VinFast Yorkdale, visitors will also be able to test drive the VF 8 and viewvehicle features on a large LED screen – an exclusive for VinFast, globally.

“The opening of the first store in Canada marks the next milestone in VinFast’s global expansion journey. Our network of stores will be
key in interacting with our customers, ensuring quality service, and strong relationships in Canada on our journey towards a sustainable future,” said Huynh Du An, Chief Executive Officer of VinFast Canada said.

VinFast – a member of Vingroup – envisioned to drive the movement of global smart electric vehicle revolution.

Established in 2017, VinFast owns a state-of-the-art automotive manufacturing complex with globally leading scalability that boasts up to 90 percent automation in Hai Phong, Vietnam.

Strongly committed to the mission for a sustainable future for everyone, VinFast constantly innovates to bring high-quality products, advanced smart services, seamless customer experiences, and pricing strategy for all to inspire global customers to jointly create a future of smart mobility and a sustainable planet.

Established in 1993, Vingroup is one of the leading private conglomerates in Asia, with a total capitalization of approximately $35 billion from three publicly traded companies. It currently focuses on three main areas: technology and industry, services, and social enterprise.

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