VinFast signs joint venture agreement with Gowa Motor Group
Electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Gowa Motor Group on 17 August 2026 to form an Indonesian dealership joint venture
Jakarta, Indonesia - Automotive firms VinFast and Gowa Motor Group have announced a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly develop VinFast's electric vehicle dealership network in Indonesia. This partnership aims to make VinFast's products, services, and ownership experience more accessible to Indonesian consumers.
The MOU outlines plans to open at least 30 showrooms and service centers across Indonesia, reinforcing VinFast's strategy of teaming up with leading local companies to boost its dealership network and improve customer access to its electric vehicles. VinFast currently operates over 40 showrooms nationwide and plans to open additional 150 in the coming years.
Gowa Motor Group, with extensive experience in automotive distribution, dealership operations, passenger and commercial vehicles, sees significant potential in Indonesia's growing electric vehicle market. This partnership not only creates new business opportunities for both companies but also demonstrates their shared commitment to accelerating Indonesia's green transition.
VinFast's CEO, Antonio Zara, expressed confidence in the partnership, highlighting how VinFast's product development capabilities and comprehensive EV ecosystem will complement Gowa Motor Group's local market expertise and established network. In return, Gowa Motor Group's Commissioner, Sadikin Aksa, emphasized the potential of this collaboration to bring sustainable mobility solutions and high-quality services to Indonesian consumers.
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