HANOI: GIO Tano 250, Vietnam’s first multifunctional mini electric truck designed and manufactured entirely domestically, was officially unveiled by Thai Hung Corp at the Hanoi Major Industrial Products Fair 2025 (Hanoi MIP Fair 2025), Vietnam News Agency (VNA) reported.
The event is taking place from Wednesday (Nov 12) until Nov 15 at the I.C.E. International Exhibition Centre, here.
The Tano 250 marks a significant milestone in the company’s journey towards practical electric mobility, reflecting the spirit of the Politburo’s Resolution 57 dated Dec 22, which calls for technological innovation and industrial self-reliance.
As a fully "Made in Vietnam” product, the GIO Tano 250 was designed, engineered and built entirely by Vietnamese experts - from the chassis to the control software and electrical systems.
According to product development manager Pham Trung Hung, the model builds on Thai Hung’s experience in producing electric golf carts, sightseeing vehicles and light cargo carriers.
"The Tano 250 is our contribution to building a modern and sustainable Vietnamese EV industry,” he said.
Compact yet powerful, the Tano 250 targets small businesses, farms and eco-tourism sites, offering an efficient transport solution for narrow streets and factory zones where larger trucks are impractical.
Measuring 2,400 x 1,000 x 1,650 mm with a 1,800 mm wheelbase, it features a 1.2 kW electric motor, delivering a maximum torque of 40 Nm.
The vehicle is equipped with an automatic braking control system that activates when the speed drops below 2 km/h, enhancing safety and energy efficiency.
Customisable for various uses, the model promotes low-emission, low-noise mobility in both urban and agricultural settings.
With an estimated retail price starting at 35 million VND (nearly US$1,330), it aims to make green transport more accessible to everyday users. - Bernama/VNA
