{"id":3102,"date":"2026-10-14T22:56:13","date_gmt":"2026-10-14T22:56:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xesi.net\/?p=3102"},"modified":"2026-10-14T22:56:13","modified_gmt":"2026-10-14T22:56:13","slug":"green-sm-brings-all-electric-vinfast-taxi-service-to-the-united-states-with-los-angeles-launch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/xesi.net\/?p=3102","title":{"rendered":"Green SM Brings All-Electric VinFast Taxi Service to the United States with Los Angeles Launch"},"content":{"rendered":"

The push toward zero-emission urban transit in North America has reached a significant milestone as Green SM, the prominent public transportation and electric vehicle fleet operator, officially enters the United States market. The company has launched an all-electric taxi service in Los Angeles, California, marking a major step in its ongoing international expansion strategy.<\/p>\n

This strategic move establishes the United States as the ninth global market for the Vietnamese transport provider. Operating entirely on VinFast battery-electric vehicles, the platform introduces a fresh, sustainable transit option directly into one of the busiest and most competitive mobility markets in the world. <\/p>\n

The arrival of Green SM in Southern California follows closely on the heels of another major announcement from its manufacturing partner, VinFast. At the APTA TRANSform & EXPO in Chicago, the electric vehicle manufacturer revealed plans to introduce its commercial electric buses to the American public transit market through a strategic partnership with NexMove. While that commercial bus platform targets municipal transit systems, city operations, and high-capacity transport corridors, establishing a passenger taxi operation in Los Angeles gives the enterprise an active, real-world test ground. It allows the companies to demonstrate battery endurance, rapid turnaround times, and fleet reliability under the demanding conditions of busy American metropolitan streets.<\/p>\n

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The expansion into California fits squarely into Green SM\u2019s broader global trajectory. Since launching operations in Vietnam in 2023, the fleet has scaled rapidly across multiple regions, establishing footprints in Laos, Indonesia, the Philippines, India, Kazakhstan, Denmark, and the Netherlands. <\/p>\n

Hoang Thanh Hang, CEO of Green SM in the United States, emphasized the significance of this latest geographic milestone during the launch. "The United States represents an important milestone in Green SM\u2019s growth journey," Hang said. "We are not simply expanding into a new market. We aim to build trust with customers, drivers, and local communities, one journey at a time."<\/p>\n

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Global operational data provided by the company highlights the scale that Green SM has achieved in a relatively short period. Across its international networks, the company’s vehicles have completed approximately 850 million individual rides and logged nearly six billion kilometers. According to internal estimates, these extensive zero-emission operations have successfully saved an estimated 800,000 tons of carbon dioxide emissions, reinforcing the environmental benefits of transitioning high-mileage urban fleets to electric power.<\/p>\n

In the Los Angeles market, the service utilizes a modern fleet of VinFast VF 8 crossover models. Passengers looking to secure a ride can do so through several convenient methods, including a dedicated mobile app, direct calls to dispatch, or simply hailing the cars directly on the street. To build initial brand awareness and gain traction among local commuters, the market rollout features a combination of introductory price discounts alongside flexible subscription options tailored for frequent riders.<\/p>\n

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Refining the passenger experience remains a core focus for the company as it establishes its American operations. "Our experience across international markets has shown us that the future of electric mobility is not defined by an all-electric fleet alone," Hang added. "It also depends on service quality, well-trained and reliable drivers, and genuine care in every customer interaction."<\/p>\n

Establishing a sustainable foothold in Southern California involves extensive groundwork, including recruiting local drivers, implementing comprehensive training programs, and setting up dedicated maintenance facilities. Company leadership plans to use this initial West Coast base to thoroughly test and refine its operational playbook before considering any future expansion of its taxi networks and supporting public transit projects in other major American cities.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, questions remain regarding the precise logistics of the initial fleet deployment. CleanTechnica<\/em> reached out to VinFast for clarification on the origin of the Los Angeles fleet, specifically inquiring whether the crossover vehicles were freshly imported from the primary production facility in Hai Phong, Vietnam, or if they represent reconditioned units drawn from the several thousand VF 8 models already sitting in United States inventory and distribution lots. As of publication, VinFast has not yet responded to the inquiry.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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