How often should EV batteries be replaced in Laos?

EV batteries must be replaced every seven to 10 years for smaller vehicles, and three to four years for larger EVs such as buses or vans. While Laos’ EV market is currently smaller than that of neighboring countries like Thailand and Vietnam, the government is proactively driving EV adoption.

Who should operate a battery swapping system in Vientiane?

An ideal operator of the battery swapping system for the city of Vientiane would be an experienced player in the automotive or transport sector in Laos, or an existing BSS start-up active in the region. The operator would make final decision on the procurement of E2W, batteries, kiosks, and technology from suppliers within or outside Lao PDR.

Is a battery swap system possible for electric 2-wheelers in Lao PDR?

We are thus glad to have supported this ‘Pre-feasibility Study on a Battery Swapping System for Electric 2-wheelers in Vientiane Capital, Lao PDR’ prepared by GGGI, under the guidance of the Lao PDR Ministry of Planning and Investments.

Can Lao provide a sustainable alternative to internal combustion engine motorbikes?

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office stands ready to facilitate any discussion between the Lao government, financiers and the private sector so that a pilot project can promptly be implemented, to provide commuters with an economically, environmentally and socially sustainable alternative to internal combustion engine motorbikes.

How can Lao PDR transform its transport sector to electric mobility?

With large untapped and low-cost renewable energy resources from hydropower, Lao PDR must rapidly shift its transport sector to electric mobility practices. The Government is committed to lead the transition and has set an ambitious target of 30% Electric Vehicles penetration for 2-wheelers and passengers' cars in national vehicles mix by 2030.

Does Vientiane Capital have a battery swap system for electric 2-wheelers?

The Pre-feasibility Study on a Battery Swapping System for Electric 2-wheelers in Vientiane Capital, Lao PDR” was conducted by Christophe Assicot and Angkhanhack Keomanivong from the Global Green Growth Institute Lao team, together with a consortium of Price Waterhouse Coopers India and Mekong Consultants Company Limited.