EV<\/a>s, the homegrown automaker flexed its technical muscle and cultural pride in front of the world. VinFast Showcases Vietnam\u2019s Strength Through Parade Innovation.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/2-1024x683.jpg\")
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At the newly opened Vietnam Exposition Center in Hanoi, the Lac Hong 900 LX sat like a war-tested sentinel. Its surface bore the marks of 440 bullets and 11 explosive blasts\u2014battle scars from rigorous testing at Germany\u2019s Beschussamt Ulm facility. The armored vehicle passed the VPAM VR7 ballistic standard, the same rating required for head-of-state transport. That\u2019s not just impressive\u2014it\u2019s elite.<\/p>\n
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Meanwhile, just a few blocks away, VinFast\u2019s ceremonial VF 9s were rolling through parade rehearsals. Open-top, custom-built, and gleaming under the Hanoi sun, these EVs carried military and police units with quiet confidence. Two very different vehicles. One very clear message: Vietnam can now build for both defense and diplomacy.<\/p>\n
Lac Hong 900 LX: Built to Withstand, Designed to Represent<\/h3>\n
Let\u2019s start with the tank in a tuxedo\u2014the Lac Hong 900 LX. Developed in collaboration with Canadian armored vehicle specialist INKAS, this flagship model blends international expertise with Vietnamese craftsmanship. Final assembly took place at VinFast\u2019s Hai Phong factory, but the soul of the car is unmistakably local.<\/p>\n
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The grille is inspired by bamboo, a symbol of resilience. The gold-plated L\u1ea1c bird logo pays homage to Vietnamese mythology. Inside, you\u2019ll find Golden Nanmu wood and Nappa leather, materials chosen not just for luxury but for cultural significance. It\u2019s a rolling tribute to Vietnam\u2019s heritage, wrapped in armor tough enough for global leaders.<\/p>\n
And it\u2019s not just about aesthetics. The wheelbase was extended by 20 centimeters compared to the VF 9, a feat that required serious engineering chops. As Nguy\u1ec5n M\u1ea1nh Th\u1eafng of WhatCarVN noted, this kind of modification isn\u2019t just cosmetic\u2014it\u2019s a manufacturing challenge that VinFast met head-on.<\/p>\n
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VF 9 Parade EVs: Custom Craft Meets Ceremonial Precision<\/h3>\n
If the Lac Hong 900 LX is about proving depth, the VF 9 parade EVs are about proving agility. At the request of the Ministry of Public Security, VinFast built four open-top VF 9s for ceremonial use. These weren\u2019t just paint jobs\u2014they were full-on transformations.<\/p>\n
Engineers removed the B, C, and D pillars, separated the roof from the A pillar, redesigned the grille, refreshed the interiors, and rewired the electrical systems. Each car took roughly 600 hours to complete, totaling nearly 2,400 hours of labor. That\u2019s a lot of coffee and precision welding.<\/p>\n
In parallel, VinFast delivered 12 VF 9s in white for the Traffic Police. These came with redesigned hoods, horizontal grille bars, and specialized equipment like sirens, flag mounts, and lights. Each unit took 60 to 80 hours to refine, proving that VinFast isn\u2019t just fast\u2014it\u2019s flexible.<\/p>\n
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A New Chapter in Vietnam\u2019s Industrial Story<\/h3>\n
VinFast\u2019s presence at the National Day celebration wasn\u2019t just about showing off cars. It was about showing what Vietnam can do. The armored Lac Hong 900 LX and the ceremonial VF 9s represent two ends of a spectrum\u2014security and ceremony, durability and design.<\/p>\n
And they\u2019re not just for show. By meeting the rigorous standards of the Ministry of Defense and Ministry of Public Security, VinFast positions itself to compete for government fleet contracts abroad. That\u2019s a big deal in a market where reliability and protocol compliance are non-negotiable.<\/p>\n
As automotive analyst \u0110inh V\u0103n Nam put it, Vietnam now joins the ranks of just 18 countries with domestic automotive brands capable of producing head-of-state vehicles. That\u2019s not just progress\u2014it\u2019s prestige.<\/p>\n
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The Quiet Power of Presence<\/h3>\n
VinFast didn\u2019t need fireworks to make its point. The vehicles spoke for themselves. The armored doors of the Lac Hong 900 LX closed with authority. The VF 9s rolled onto the parade ground with grace. No dramatic declarations. Just quiet confidence.<\/p>\n
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Vietnam\u2019s industrial journey has come a long way\u2014from rebuilding after war to building vehicles that meet global standards. And VinFast is leading that charge, one bulletproof panel and one ceremonial EV at a time.<\/p>\n
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