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Vietnam Is About to Make a Radical Change in Its Cities. With 72 Million Motorcycles Circulating in the Country, the Government Has Decided to Ban Gasoline Vehicles in the Central Areas of Hanoi Starting in 2026. The Goal Is to Fully Eliminate Combustion-Powered Models by 2045.
Vietnam is preparing for a deep transformation in urban mobility. Starting on July 1, 2026, gasoline-powered motorcycles and scooters will be banned in the central areas of the capital, Hanoi.
The measure aims to reduce air pollution and noise caused by these vehicles.
The change will begin in the districts of Hoan Kiem and Ba Dinh, located within Ring Road 1.
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These are areas with heavy traffic, a strong presence of tourists, and high pollution levels. One year later, the ban will be extended to other districts and will also include combustion-powered cars.
National Plan Targets 2045
The Vietnamese government’s plan is to eliminate all gasoline-powered two-wheel vehicles by 2045.
With an estimated fleet of 72 million motorcycles, this proposal represents a significant challenge. Despite this, Hanoi is, so far, the only city with a defined timeline.
Other major urban centers, like Ho Chi Minh and Da Nang, are already studying similar measures. The expectation is that actions in Hanoi will serve as an example for the rest of the country.
Bet on Electric Vehicles
Authorities hope the ban will boost the adoption of electric alternatives.
Currently, electric two-wheel vehicles account for only 5% of the Vietnamese market. Nevertheless, companies like VinFast and Selex Motors are already leading this segment.
VinFast claims to have sold over 160,000 electric scooters by early 2024. Selex, on the other hand, is investing in expanding the network of rapid battery swap stations.
Challenges in Transition
Despite the advances, the path to electrification faces obstacles. The high initial cost of electric models, the limited options, and the lack of charging infrastructure still deter many consumers.
To address these barriers, the government is preparing incentives and aims to expand the charging points.
Impact Could Go Beyond the Country
The Vietnamese initiative could influence the entire Southeast Asian region, where motorcycles are the main means of personal transportation.
Cities like Shanghai have already shown that eliminating gasoline vehicles can lead to improvements in air quality and reductions in urban noise.
With a tight deadline for such significant changes, uncertainties still remain. However, if Vietnam follows through with its plan, the country could become a regional model for clean mobility.
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