The Thua Thien Hue Department of Tourism, in collaboration with local travel agencies, has officially launched a network of automated smart electric motorbike rental stations at key heritage sites, including the Hue Imperial Citadel, Khai Dinh Tomb, and Tu Duc Tomb. Tourists can now easily scan a QR code via a mobile app to rent a vehicle. The integrated GPS navigation system helps optimize travel routes, offering an eco-friendly way to explore the ancient capital.
A major breakthrough in Hue's green tourism infrastructure over the past 24 hours is the partnership between Selex Motors, VinFast, and central hotel and homestay chains. Over 30 next-generation battery-swapping stations are now operational. Tourists renting electric motorbikes can completely eliminate range anxiety, as it takes less than 2 minutes to swap a depleted battery for a fully charged one at automated 24/7 stations without waiting for recharge.
To stimulate sustainable tourism, major electric motorbike rental companies in Hue have simultaneously announced grand promotional programs. Tourists booking through mobile apps or partner counters will receive a discount of up to 30% on daily rental rates (now only 100,000 VND - 150,000 VND/vehicle/day). In addition, the rental package includes a digitized green tourism map and a voucher for a free drink at famous cafes along the Perfume River.
The new generation of smart electric motorbikes deployed by rental agencies now features GPS-enabled virtual tour guides. As tourists approach historical landmarks, the vehicle's smart speaker system and LED screen automatically play historical and cultural introductions in three languages: Vietnamese, English, and Korean. This pioneering step elevates the self-guided travel experience in Hue.
During the 'Hue Tourism - Green Journey' seminar held this morning, the Thua Thien Hue Tourism Association and transport businesses signed a memorandum of understanding to accelerate the green transition of tourist transport. The goal is that by the end of this year, at least 80% of rental motorbikes serving tourists in Hue will be transitioned to electric models utilizing smart battery technology and rapid swapping systems, minimizing emissions and noise around ancient heritage sites.
01-07-26 12:15:24
