Over the past 24 hours, Thua Thien Hue's tourism sector has experienced a powerful green transition, highlighted by a surge in self-drive electric motorbike rentals. Here is a summary of the top 5 updates, tips, and trends to help tourists optimize their exploration of the ancient capital using eco-friendly transportation:
Major rental agencies in Hue, such as Hue Green Bike and Motorvina, have upgraded their fleets with VinFast Evo200 and Feliz S models. Boasting a real-world range of 150km to 200km per single charge, tourists can now travel seamlessly from the city center to distant attractions like Gia Long Tomb, Minh Mang Tomb, Thuan An Beach, or Lang Co Bay without worrying about running out of power. Rental rates remain highly competitive, ranging from VND 120,000 to VND 180,000 per day.
A major milestone in Hue's green tourism infrastructure is the deployment of battery-swapping electric motorbikes by Selex Motors. The company has partnered with local hotels, homestays, and convenience stores to set up automated battery-swapping stations. Instead of waiting 3 to 4 hours for a full charge, riders can scan a QR code and swap a depleted battery for a fully charged one in less than 2 minutes. This trend is expected to dominate Hue's rental market this year.
To promote sustainable tourism, the Thua Thien Hue Department of Tourism, in cooperation with transport partners, is offering a 20% discount on electric motorbike rentals for tourists holding tickets to the Complex of Hue Monuments. This discount is applied directly when booking via partner mobile apps or through the reception desks of over 50 associated hotels in the city.
Digitalization has streamlined the rental process in Hue. Tourists can simply download the rental app, verify their ID/Passport online, and unlock the vehicle automatically at key transit hubs like Hue Railway Station, Southern Bus Station, or Phu Bai Airport. Deposit policies have also become much friendlier, with complete waivers for guests staying at partner hotels and homestays, or reduced deposits of VND 1,000,000 (down from VND 2,000,000).
The traffic system around the Hue Imperial Citadel features several one-way streets and pedestrian-only zones during weekends. Electric motorbikes, which are silent and emission-free, are perfect for navigating scenic tree-lined streets such as Le Loi, Nguyen Dinh Chieu, and the historic Kim Long area. Tourists are advised to map out VinFast fast-charging stations and Selex battery-swapping hubs using the built-in navigation system before embarking on longer journeys.
05-07-26 12:15:24
