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20260116 VinFast's swappable battery type e-bike "Viper"

VinFast’s swappable battery e-bike, the Viper, features various smart features, including a Smart Key that supports vehicle tracking and remote location, according to the company. (VinFast)

MAI NGUYEN and YUJI NITTA

January 16, 2026 13:23 JST

HANOI — Vietnamese electric vehicle producer VinFast launched its first battery-swappable electric bikes on Thursday, as the company is seeking to gain market share after the announcement of a surprise ban on gasoline-fueled bikes in Hanoi that is set to start in July.