Vietnam’s VinFast is moving fast to strengthen its plans for India. The company has partnered with Bengaluru-based Roadgrid to set up a better after-sales and charging network across the country. This step comes soon after VinFast began work on its first Indian EV factory in Tamil Nadu, showing it’s serious about entering India’s growing electric car space.
More Than Just A Factory ?
VinFast’s upcoming plant in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, is expected to build both EVs and battery packs, aiming for about 1.5 lakh units a year. But selling cars in India isn’t just about making them. By teaming up with Roadgrid, VinFast hopes to get a full aftersales network in place early, covering spare parts, software updates, roadside help, and training local mechanics.
Roadgrid already works with other automotive brands and has digital tools that help track service, schedule repairs, and improve customer support. For VinFast, this means having a service system ready before the first cars even arrive.
Charging Made Easier
A major hurdle for new EV brands in India is limited charging options. Through this partnership, VinFast plans to roll out smart charging stations in its launch cities. While exact details aren’t out yet, these chargers should connect to Roadgrid’s app so owners can easily find, book, and pay for charging spots.
This focus on digital tools is similar to what other global carmakers are doing here, offering apps and real-time updates instead of relying only on physical service centres.
Why It Matters For Buyers
For customers, this could mean faster spare part availability, roadside assistance when needed, and local technicians trained to fix issues quickly. This can save time and reduce hassle, something that’s still a pain point for many early EV users.
A connected charging network could also help reduce range anxiety, especially in big cities, even if it may take time to match bigger networks already in place. VinFast’s planned production volume shows it doesn’t just want to be a niche player, it’s aiming for a broader customer base.
Looking Ahead
VinFast hasn’t officially said which models it will launch, but cars like the VF e34 and VF 8 seem likely. If all goes to plan, locally built cars could start hitting the roads by late 2025 or early 2026.
Starting early with Roadgrid could help VinFast offer not just cars but also reliable support and charging from day one something that often makes a big difference when buyers pick an EV brand.
VinFast’s tie-up with Roadgrid suggests it’s thinking beyond just selling electric cars. It maybe has the want to offer complete support and peace of mind. For Indian buyers, that could mean better service and more charging options though the real test will come once the first VinFast cars arrive on Indian roads in the next months.
