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Born from the Vision of a Vietnamese Engineer in Silicon Valley
Dat Bike is a Vietnamese electric motorbike manufacturer, founded in 2019 by Nguyen Ba Canh Son, a talented software engineer who won multiple national and international awards in technology.
Son observed that motorbikes are deeply tied to Vietnamese life. However, the overwhelming number of gasoline motorbikes has severely polluted the air. He realized that if the market offered electric bikes with performance comparable to gasoline ones, people could maintain their mobility needs while embracing a modern, sustainable lifestyle.
At the time, most electric bikes on the market had low power and speed, insufficient for daily use in Vietnam. During his years in the U.S., Son noticed that while Tesla had already proven the success of electric cars, most electric motorbike startups failed after their first funding round, not because of technology, but because there was no real market. Meanwhile, Vietnam and Southeast Asia were prime territories, where nearly 100% of two-wheelers still used fossil fuel.
Recognizing the opportunity to merge market potential and technological capability to create social value, Son decided to return home. He left behind his dream job in Silicon Valley to pioneer the green transportation movement in Vietnam and the region.
Thus, Dat Bike was born a brand with the mission to create electric bikes designed and built by Vietnamese engineers, enabling users to switch from gasoline to electric without compromising on performance or speed.
According to Son, Vietnam’s ecosystem is as promising as any global market: with nearly 100 million people, an underdeveloped EV sector, and a global EV industry projected to reach USD 60 billion by 2025, this is a golden opportunity Vietnam must not miss.
Dat Bike acknowledges both the pros and cons of transitioning from gasoline to electric motorbikes. By focusing on performance, range, and charging time, the company aims to break the stereotypes surrounding electric vehicles and deliver a superior user experience.
Technology and Product Breakthroughs
Within a year of returning to Vietnam, Son introduced Dat Bike Weaver, the company’s first model. Weaver became the first “Made in Vietnam” electric motorbike certified by the Ministry of Transport with performance and speed comparable to gasoline bikes.
In September 2019, Son presented Dat Bike on Shark Tank Vietnam, where he received valuable feedback from investors. From there, Dat Bike entered a rapid growth phase — achieving 4,000% revenue growth and increasing monthly sales volume by 35%.
Dat Bike’s latest model, the Quantum S, represents a new symbol of Vietnamese electric power:
- Up to 285 km per full charge — the longest range in its class.
- Fully charged in just 4 hours, 10x cheaper than refueling a gasoline bike.
- A 41L trunk, the largest on the market, with a modern and powerful design.
Quantum S is not just a mode of transportation — it’s a statement of modern, sustainable living for the Vietnamese people.
Accelerating with USD 47 Million in Funding
In October 2025, Dat Bike successfully raised USD 22 million in its Series B round, bringing total investment to USD 47 million, more than double previous funding.
The round was led by F.C.C and Rebright Partners, with continued participation from long-term backers Jungle Ventures, Cathay Venture, and AiViet Venture.
The new capital enables Dat Bike to:
- Expand its store and care hub network across multiple provinces.
- Invest heavily in R&D for smarter, next-generation electric bikes.
- Accelerate the “one new store per week” mission, bringing EVs closer to every Vietnamese rider.
Vision and Mission
Dat Bike aims to become the leading Vietnamese electric motorbike brand in Southeast Asia, driving the shift away from gasoline and toward a clean, emission-free future.
The company is dedicated to producing high-performance, eco-friendly bikes supported by a complete service ecosystem — from manufacturing and distribution to after-sales care.
The Future of Green Mobility in Vietnam
Dat Bike believes Vietnam — with nearly 100 million people and an almost entirely gasoline-powered motorbike fleet — stands at the threshold of a major transformation.
Through technology, rapid expansion, and a pioneering spirit, Dat Bike is building a greener transportation future for Vietnam — one where riders can take pride in owning an electric bike engineered by Vietnamese minds.rong foothold in the electric car market, startups focusing on electric motorbikes often failed, shutting down after their first funding round due to a lack of market demand—even though the technology challenges had been resolved. In contrast, Vietnam and Southeast Asia presented a promising opportunity, with nearly 100% of motorbikes still running on gasoline.
CEO Sơn realized that combining market potential with technological advancements could create societal value. He aspired to be a pioneer in “greening transportation” in Vietnam and across Southeast Asia.
With this ambition cultivated abroad, Sơn decided to leave his dream job in Silicon Valley and return to Vietnam to launch Dat Bike. The company was founded with a mission to create electric motorbikes designed and manufactured by Vietnamese engineers, enabling users to transition from gasoline to electric motorbikes without compromising on power or speed.
Sơn identified Vietnam as a land of immense potential with a population of nearly 100 million and an underdeveloped electric vehicle market. Electric vehicles are becoming a global trend, growing 10% annually, with the market expected to reach $60 billion by 2025. Sơn believed Vietnam’s ecosystem was as competitive as any other nation’s. Many countries have already developed robust electric motorbike industries, and Vietnam risks losing its opportunity if it doesn’t act.
When comparing gasoline and electric motorbikes, Dat Bike acknowledges the strengths and weaknesses of both. However, the company has gradually addressed and improved these challenges, offering consumers a new perspective on electric vehicles. According to the manufacturer, power, range, and charging time are the three critical factors in breaking user stereotypes about electric motorbikes.
One year after returning to Vietnam, Sơn launched his first product, the Dat Bike Weaver. In its first year, the Weaver received certification from the Ministry of Transport and was recognized as the first “Made in Vietnam” electric motorbike with power and speed comparable to gasoline vehicles.
In September 2019, CEO Sơn and his “firstborn” appeared on Shark Tank, receiving valuable feedback from investors. This marked the beginning of Dat Bike’s rapid growth phase. The company achieved 4,000% revenue growth and a 35% monthly increase in sales volume. Recently, Dat Bike successfully raised $2.6 million in funding led by Jungle Ventures, with participation from Wavemaker Partners, Hustle Fund, and iSeed Ventures. This funding will enable Dat Bike to continue innovating and improving its electric motorbike technology, including its Weaver 200 model.
The Weaver 200 is an upgraded version of the Weaver. Dat Bike believes that the Weaver 200, with its “faster, farther” capabilities, offers users enhanced experiences beyond just transportation.
With strong momentum and solid support, Dat Bike aims to become Vietnam’s leading electric motorbike manufacturer, spearheading the “greening” of the $8 billion two-wheeler market in Vietnam and the $25 billion market in Southeast Asia.