HAIKOU, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 5 June 2026 - On June 5, at the just-concluded Overseas Tour Operators Hainan Tour 2026, many international tour operators showed great interest in Hainan's two coastal scenic highways, hoping to promote this self-driving corridor, which features both coastal and mountain scenery as well as cultural charm, to more overseas tourists.
In China's Hainan Free Trade Port, two world-class tourist highways are redefining the self-driving travel experience. The 988-km Hainan Coastal Scenic Highway and the 466-km Tropical Rainforest National Park Tourist Highway form a "mountain-sea dual loop" system, connecting coconut-fringed coastlines with lush rainforest retreats. Coupled with facilitation policies such as temporary driver's permits for overseas visitors, Hainan is emerging as a premier destination for road trip enthusiasts from around the globe.
Scenery along the 988-km Hainan Coastal Scenic Highway (top) and the 466-km Tropical Rainforest National Park Tourist Highway (bottom).
As a landmark project of the Hainan Free Trade Port, the Coastal Scenic Highway runs through 12 coastal cities and counties, linking 84 distinctive landscape sections and 68 bays into a brilliant "pearl necklace." Along the windmill coast of the Mulan Bay in Wenchang, white wind turbines contrast beautifully with the azure sea. On the cliffside section of Shanqin Bay in Wanning, visitors can overlook the turquoise waters and rugged rocks. At the volcanic coast of Eman in Danzhou, black reefs and silver sands create a unique natural landscape. The highway is also equipped with 50 viewing platforms, 35 new energy charging stations, and four themed service areas, offering travelers resting, dining, and cultural experiences along the way.
Complementing the coastal route, the Tropical Rainforest National Park Tourist Highway winds through central and southern Hainan, passing through nine cities and counties and linking core tropical rainforest areas such as Wuzhishan, Limu Mountain, and Jianfeng Ridge. This "green ribbon" is enveloped in lush vegetation and rich ecotourism resources. Along the way, visitors can immerse themselves in ethnic traditions, such as Li brocade, Li pottery, and bamboo dance, and savor local specialties such as bamboo rice, large-leaf rainforest tea, and coffee. The route offers a captivating blend of pristine natural landscapes and vibrant ethnic culture, delivering a self-driving experience entirely different from the coastal tour.
To facilitate in-depth exploration by inbound travelers, Hainan has introduced a streamlined policy for temporary driver's permits. Inbound travelers can apply for a temporary driver's license at traffic management service centers in 18 cities and counties, or pre-apply online via the Hainan Temporary Entry Driver Management System (http://hnslsjs.cn/), using their passport and home driver's license (non-Chinese licenses must be accompanied by a translation). The process requires no medical examination and is simple and user-friendly. The permit is valid for three months for short-term visitors and can be extended to one year for long-term stays, covering all self-driving needs across the island. Together with the visa-free entry policy for citizens of 86 countries, inbound travelers can easily "rent a car upon arrival and drive both loops."
An official from the Department of Tourism, Culture, Radio, Television, and Sports of Hainan Province stated that the goal is not only to build scenic driving routes but also to establish an international self-driving service system. A series of facilitation measures—visa-free entry, temporary driver's permits, multilingual services, and foreign card payment acceptance—are designed to enable inbound travelers to enjoy a "spontaneous and hassle-free" self-driving experience in Hainan.
Last month, the provincial tourism department announced a partnership with the online travel platform Ctrip to launch a flight voucher program totaling $730,000. Travelers can participate by logging into the "Flights" channel on the Ctrip app main page before August 30 this year and booking designated round-trip flights operated by specific airlines from non-mainland cities directly to Hainan's two major cities, Haikou and Sanya.
Since the Hainan Free Trade Port initiated its special customs operations on December 18 last year, the province has witnessed explosive growth in inbound tourism. From January to May this year, Hainan received over 848,000 inbound visitors, a year-on-year increase of 51.6%.
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MANILA, PHILIPPINES - Media OutReach Newswire - 5 June 2026 – VinFast today announced its first appearance at the Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), showcasing a comprehensive electric vehicle ecosystem that integrates EVs, charging infrastructure, transportation services, and ownership solutions. Headlined by the new Rentapasada program, VinFast's participation demonstrates how this connected ecosystem can make EV adoption more accessible and practical for Filipino consumers while supporting the country's transition to a greener future.
VinFast made its first appearance at the 2026 Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), showcasing its comprehensive EV ecosystem, including electric vehicles, charging infrastructure, green mobility services, and flexible ownership solutions.
Taking place from June 4 to 7 in Metro Manila, the biennial PIMS is one of the Philippines' leading automotive exhibitions, bringing together major local and international automotive brands to showcase new products, technologies, and mobility solutions. This year's edition features around 150 vehicles, approximately half of which are electrified models, reflecting the industry's accelerating shift toward sustainable mobility.
At PIMS 2026, the show's 10th edition since its launch in 2006, VinFast will bring its integrated EV ecosystem to life through a 240-sqm exhibition space. Visitors can explore the Company's growing portfolio of electric vehicles, including the VF 3, VF 6, VF 7, and VF 9, alongside the service-focused Herio Green and Limo Green models, while also discovering V-Green's smart charging solutions and Green GSM's transportation services.
At the center of VinFast's showcase is the launch of Rentapasada program, which enables participants to access VinFast electric vehicles through flexible rental arrangements and start earning on the Green GSM platform with a low upfront deposit, long-term contracts, and competitive fixed daily rates starting from just PHP 1,000. By reducing upfront costs and ownership barriers, the program expands access to electric mobility while creating new income-generating opportunities for Filipino drivers.
Rentapasada reflects VinFast's broader vision of making EVs relevant not only as a transportation solution, but also as an economic opportunity. Together with Green GSM and V-Green, the program forms part of a connected ecosystem designed to address key barriers to EV adoption.
Alongside Rentapasada, VinFast is presenting one of the most comprehensive EV lineups at PIMS 2026, led by the VF MPV 7, a spacious electric MPV designed to meet the evolving needs of modern Filipino families. To mark the occasion, VinFast is offering a special promotional program for the first 1,000 VF MPV 7 customers, with direct purchase incentives of over PHP 27,000 for purchases with battery included, or up to one year of free battery subscription for customers who opt for the battery subscription model.
These promotional offers complement a broader package of ownership benefits available across the VinFast lineup. Customers who purchase VinFast electric vehicles can enjoy complimentary charging at V-Green charging stations until March 31, 2029, helping reduce long-term operating costs while enhancing ownership confidence. Eligible customers may also choose to convert this charging benefit into a one-year complimentary battery subscription package, providing greater flexibility based on their individual driving needs.
Mr. Antonio "Toti" Zara III, CEO for VinFast Southeast Asia, said: "Our participation at the Philippine International Motor Show 2026 reflects VinFast's long-term commitment to accelerating electric vehicle adoption in the Philippines. As the market continues to evolve, we recognize that customers are looking beyond the vehicle itself and are placing greater importance on the overall ownership experience. By showcasing our complete ecosystem—from our EV lineup and charging infrastructure to flexible mobility programs and after-sales support—we demonstrated our capability and strength in making electric mobility more practical and accessible for Filipino consumers."
As the Philippine EV market continues to develop, VinFast remains committed to building a comprehensive ecosystem that supports consumers throughout every stage of the ownership journey while helping accelerate the country's transition toward sustainable mobility. By bringing together a diverse electric vehicle lineup, charging infrastructure, mobility services, ownership incentives, and income-generating opportunities within a single connected ecosystem, VinFast is demonstrating how the future of transportation can be more accessible, practical, and sustainable for communities across the Philippines.
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About VinFast
VinFast (NASDAQ: VFS), a subsidiary of Vingroup JSC, one of Vietnam's largest conglomerates, is a pure-play electric vehicle manufacturer with the mission of making EVs accessible to everyone. VinFast's product lineup today includes a wide range of electric SUVs, e-scooters, e-bikes, and e-buses.
VinFast is currently embarking on its next growth phase through the rapid expansion of its global distribution and dealership network and increasing manufacturing capacity, with a focus on key markets across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
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