VinFast opens six stores in California, US

Automaker VinFast has announced the simultaneous opening of the first VinFast stores in California, US, on July 15 (local time).
VinFast opens six stores in California, US ảnh 1VinFast store at Santa Monia Place, one of the most modern shopping centres in Los Angeles, displays and sells VinFast electronic cars directly to US customers. (Photo: VNA)

Hanoi (VNA) – Automaker VinFast has announced the simultaneous opening ofthe first VinFast stores in California, US, on July 15 (local time).

VinFast plans to open more than 30 other stores in the state this year whilealso exploring expansion to others across the US.

VinFast stores includefootprints designated as VinFast "1S, 2S, and 3S". VinFast 1S storesare primarily located in high-visibility shopping centres, focusing on vehicledisplay and sales. VinFast 3S stores have full car and parts sales, and service centres. VinFast 2S stores offer both parts and service, and alsosupport nearby VinFast 1S stores.

At VinFast Stores, customerscan explore the interior and exterior details of VinFast's electric SUVs – theVF 8 and VF 9, while experiencing the advanced technologies bundled as part ofthe VinFast Smart Driving package. Visitors can also learn more about VinFast'sflexible and innovative sales plans and engage one-on-one with VinFastconsultants on questions regarding both products and services.

VinFast opens six stores in California, US ảnh 2The opening ceremony of VinFast stors at Santa Monica Place, California, US. (Photo: VNA)

Le Thi Thu Thuy, VingroupVice Chairwoman and VinFast Global CEO, said the opening of the first sixVinFast stores in the US marks an important milestone in the company's globaljourney - bringing premium products and services to American consumers.

Introducing and interactingwith customers one-on-one in VinFast-operated stores is the best way to buildrelationships with customers and to ensure quality service, she said./.

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