VinFast Chooses T-Mobile as Exclusive Global Connectivity Provider for its EVs

VinFast has announced T-Mobile as the exclusive provider of connectivity for its smart electric vehicles (EVs) in North America and Europe. This long-term, multi-million-dollar deal will deliver more personalised in-car experiences and the ability to leverage near real-time telemetry data for more informed and timely maintenance and service decisions.

Under the agreement, T-Mobile will provide connectivity for the Vietnamese company's 's EVs in North America and Europe, including the VF 6, VF 7, VF 8 and VF 9.

These vehicles will come with built-in capabilities that power connected services such as remote vehicle services; streaming media and gaming on-the-go; safety features, including live traffic information; as well as over the air (OTA) software updates.

Additionally, T-Mobile’s IoT platform will allow VinFast t4o connect and manage the service and maintenance of millions of new EVs worldwide, based on near real-time data, performance monitoring and remote notifications. 

Mdm. Le Thi Thu Thuy, Vice Chairwoman of Vingroup and Chairwoman of VinFast, says: “VinFast's goal is to turn our smart electric vehicles into a platform that connects every aspect of life. Through our partnership with world-leading partners like T-Mobile, we’re delivering advanced features and functionality designed to make the journey safe, efficient and more enjoyable.”

Callie Field, President, T-Mobile Business Group, adds: “Both T-Mobile and VinFast are driven by a customer-first mindset, so it’s inspiring and motivating to support their innovation and the needs of their customers. Electric vehicles are rapidly evolving from a mere mode of transportation to a companion that offers productivity, entertainment and safety features throughout the journey — and we can't wait to help VinFast customers experience this, no matter where the road takes them.”

VinFast has set up a US headquarters in Los Angeles, launched in-person retail stores across California, and announced plans to build a factory in North Carolina.