Nearly half of Ho Chi Minh City buses now use clean energy

In the first quarter of 2026, operators are expected to convert about 500 more buses to electric power, lifting the share of electric and green, clean, and environmentally friendly vehicles to 58.4 percent.

In recent years, the city has taken the lead in green transition efforts, tightening control over vehicle emissions and working toward the goal of operating an entirely green bus fleet by 2030.

A representative of the Public Transport Management Center under the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Construction confirmed operators are making efforts to develop the public transport system in a green, clean, and sustainable direction.

“The shift to electric buses not only improves vehicle quality but also helps reduce environmental pollution, enhances quality of life, and contributes to building a more civilized urban environment,” the representative said.

The official also noted that the green transition of the bus system is being implemented through open and transparent bidding, alongside coordination with relevant agencies to survey and adjust route networks and operating hours to better reflect real demand.

At the same time, the city’s bus system is being reviewed under a synchronized planning approach to ensure reasonable travel times, smooth traffic flows, and close connectivity with the future metro network.

Over the past year, university student Dang Thao Linh has increasingly used electric buses, especially routes connecting to metro line 1, and expressed satisfaction with vehicle quality and service.

“I find electric buses smooth and cool, with attentive staff,” Linh said.

“Most routes I take have automatic payment, and onboard cameras make passengers feel more secure.

“I hope Ho Chi Minh City will roll out a more synchronized green transition, strengthen connectivity, and introduce incentives and integrated bus–metro fares to attract more public transport users, like in other countries.”

Recent statistics show that bus ridership in 2025 rose markedly compared to previous years.

This has helped curb the use of private vehicles, ease traffic congestion, and is seen as a very positive signal.

Alongside fleet upgrades, the Public Transport Management Center is working with operators and transport companies to ensure service standards by drivers and attendants meet passenger expectations.

In addition, the city is stepping up cashless payment services and plans to introduce a range of incentives and integrated fare policies.

Passengers with questions or issues can provide feedback to the center, transport operators, or via the MultiGo application for timely support.