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• Vietnam's VinFast has filed a patent in India for a muscular and premium maxi-style electric scooter named 'Rasad'.
• This high-speed scooter is likely to be launched with a safe LFP battery, disc brakes, advanced ABS and IP67 rating.
• The scooter is likely to get modern features like digital instrument cluster, GPS navigation and smartphone connectivity.

Vietnam's famous e-V manufacturer VinFast is gearing up to expand its portfolio in India. The company has filed a patent for a new electric scooter design called 'Rasad' in India. This indicates that the Vietnamese automobile company is preparing to launch its new premium two-wheeler in the Indian market.

According to the patent photos, it looks like a big, muscular and 'maxi-scooter' styled e-scooter, which will offer a sporty riding experience and excellent handling.

Premium and sporty design

Compared to VinFast's other small or simple e-scooters, the look of 'Rasad' is bigger and more premium.

• Front Look: The front of the scooter features angular LED headlamps, VinFast's signature V-shaped DRLs and a tall windscreen for wind protection.
• Comfortable seating: It has a wide step-like seat and split grab rails for the driver and rear passenger.
• Premium Appeal: It features a split taillight cluster and premium body panels.

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Powerful performance and high-speed target

This scooter is designed to appeal to riders who love good pick-up and high speed driving on the highway.

• Engine and Battery: LFP – Lithium Iron Phosphate battery technology is likely to be used in this. This battery may be IP67 rated for safety.
• Speed: This scooter can make it into the category that can reach speeds of 100 kmph or more.

Hardware and safety features

• Suspension: Conventional telescopic forks at the front and twin shock absorbers at the rear.
• Braking: It is likely to get disc brakes on both wheels and ABS for safety at high speeds.

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Smart connectivity and technology

Like VinFast's other connected scooters, the 'Rasad' is also offered with a modern electronics package.

• Smartphone connectivity
• GPS and Navigation
• Battery monitoring and vehicle diagnostics
• Trip information

Also, as the company expands its battery-swapping network, it will be important to see whether the scooter will feature a removable battery system.

In short, what if…

Although VinFast has not officially announced the launch date of this model, the Indian market could be one of the first few major markets for this model due to its patent registration in India. If this e-scooter is launched in India, it will compete with premium scooters like Ola S1 Pro, Ather 450X and Yamaha Aerox 155 (EV).