Vietnam’s Green SM Brings Affordable EV Taxis to India

On June 5, 2026 (World Environment Day), Vietnam’s Green SM officially launched its fully electric premium taxi service in Delhi-NCR, marking its fifth international expansion after Vietnam, Laos, Indonesia, and the Philippines. With an initial fleet of 1,000 VinFast Limo Green EVs, the company plans to scale up to 10,000 vehicles, directly challenging incumbents like Ola and Uber.

What Makes Green SM Different?

• 100% Electric Fleet: No petrol, diesel, or CNG — zero emissions.
• Premium Comfort: Spacious 7-seater MPVs, drinking water, tissues, and smooth rides.
• Safety First: AI-assisted monitoring, cameras, and emergency buttons.
• Professional Drivers: Salaried employees, unlike Uber’s contractor model.
• Transparent Pricing: Fixed fare at ₹8/km, with no surge pricing ever.

Green SM vs Uber: Head-to-Head in India

Feature	Green SM	Uber
Fleet Type	100% Electric	Mixed (Petrol/CNG/EV)
Vehicle Ownership	Company-owned	Driver-owned
Driver Status	Salaried professionals	Independent contractors
Pricing	Fixed ₹8/km, no surge	Dynamic fares, surge pricing
Safety Tech	AI monitoring, cameras, SOS	App-based safety, limited in-car tech
Passenger Comfort	Premium EV interiors	Varies by car quality
Expansion Plan	10,000 EVs in NCR, nationwide rollout	Pan-India presence, gradual EV adoption
Environmental Impact	Zero emissions	Mixed fleet, slow EV integration

Green SM’s Global Footprint

• Vietnam: Flagship market with thousands of VinFast EV taxis.
• Laos: Early expansion, focusing on eco-tourism hubs.
• Indonesia: Targeting Jakarta’s pollution crisis with EV fleets.
• Philippines: Premium EV taxis in Metro Manila, challenging Grab.
• India: Fifth market, with NCR as the launchpad and Tamil Nadu plant supplying vehicles.

Strategic Impact for India

• Environmental: Supports India’s EV adoption goals and reduces urban pollution.
• Economic: Creates stable jobs with salaried drivers.
• Competitive: Challenges Uber and Ola with predictable fares and premium EV rides.
• Supply Chain: VinFast’s Tamil Nadu plant ensures local production and scalability.

Conclusion

Green SM’s entry into India is more than just another taxi service launch — it’s a statement of intent. By combining eco-friendly technology, premium service, and transparent pricing, Green SM is positioning itself as a game-changing alternative to Uber and Ola in India’s crowded ride-hailing market.