Hanoi, Aug. 1 -- The transition to electric vehicles (EVs) is considered inevitable. To ensure this process is both smooth and sustainable, comprehensive infrastructure must be in place, from technical systems to regulatory frameworks. Taking the lead, the capital city of Hanoi is rolling out the scheme in phases. Planning charging infrastructure According to Phan Truong Thanh, head of the Department of Investment and Finance under the Hanoi Department of Construction, preliminary surveys show that within the Ring Road No. 1 area, there are around 600,000 residents and approximately 450,000 motorbikes. The city's policy to prohibit petrol-fuelled motorbikes from circulating within this zone starting July 1, 2026 will also impact commuters...