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In recent years, energy shocks in the world have shown a large dependence of transportation on fossil fuels. In Vietnam, where motorbikes are the main means of transportation, the problem of transitioning to green vehicles is becoming even more urgent.
Electric motorbikes are considered an inevitable trend. However, reality shows that one of the biggest barriers that makes users still hesitant is battery charging: it takes a lot of time, depends on household electricity sources and lacks synchronous infrastructure.
Therefore, the battery swapping model is gradually becoming an effective solution. Instead of waiting a few hours to charge, users only need to stop their car at the station and replace the fully charged battery within 1-2 minutes - equivalent to refueling time.
Mr. Nguyen Cao Duc (Nam Tu Liem - Hanoi) - an electric motorbike driver shared: "Since the battery replacement model, I have saved quite a lot of time. If electric vehicles still have to wait for charging for a long time, it is very difficult to compete with gasoline vehicles. Changing batteries helps solve this problem thoroughly, I find it very convenient. Especially in recent days, I have not had to bear the pressure of gasoline price increases.
Not only convenient, this model also contributes to changing vehicle usage habits. Users no longer have to worry about charging batteries at home, and do not need to invest in separate electricity infrastructure. All are "service-oriented" through the battery exchange system.
Reduce power grid pressure, promote green transformation
An issue that is rarely mentioned but has strategic significance is the pressure on the power system when electric vehicles are developing rapidly. If millions of vehicles charge together during evening rush hours, the risk of overloading the civil power grid is entirely possible.
The battery replacement model helps solve this problem in a focused direction. Batteries are charged at specialized stations, which can coordinate charging time during off-peak hours, thereby reducing pressure on the power system and optimizing operating costs.
According to experts, centralized charging management will help optimize the operation of the power system, while reducing costs and emissions compared to the household scattered charging model. This model also opens up the possibility of integrating renewable energy in the future, when battery exchange stations can be combined with solar power or other clean energy sources.
Many businesses have quickly joined the "race" to develop battery-changing infrastructure. Ecosystems are gradually forming with the participation of big names in the electric vehicle and energy industries.
Infrastructure is a key factor determining the speed of switching to electric vehicles. When users no longer worry about batteries, the transition will be much faster. Not only stopping at technical factors, the battery replacement model also brings clear economic benefits. Separating batteries from car prices helps reduce initial costs for users, while eliminating worries about battery degradation after a few years of use.
According to experts, electric vehicle batteries usually account for 30 - 40% of the car's value and have a lifespan of about 3 - 5 years. With the battery exchange model, users only pay in installments or subscriptions, instead of having to bear a large expense to replace batteries.
According to Dr. Hoang Duong Tung, Chairman of the Vietnam Clean Air Network, the electric vehicle problem needs to be comprehensively viewed from the conversion object, rechargeable battery infrastructure to energy supply: "If done synchronously, we will not only reduce air pollution, but also contribute to achieving the net zero emission target by 2050.
It can be seen that replacing electric motorbike batteries is not only a technological improvement but also a change in the approach to energy and transportation. As the biggest barriers to time, infrastructure and costs are gradually being removed, this model is opening up opportunities for Vietnam to accelerate the green transition process.
