Ho Chi Minh City's Emission Control Roadmap Faces Concerns Over 'Too Rapid' Pace
The proposed roadmap for traffic emission control in Ho Chi Minh City is facing criticism from the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA) and experts, who deem the timeline, particularly the 2035 EV mandate, 'too rapid' and potentially disruptive to the market. Concerns are raised about infrastructure readiness and the burden on citizens, with calls for a phased approach and inclusion of hybrid vehicles.
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