Ford is committed to introducing at least one new model in the Vietnamese market every year, according to Nguyễn Ngọc Khương, deputy general director of Ford Vietnam. — VNS Photo Thu Ngân

HCM CITY — US carmaker Ford said on Wednesday that it is making every effort to bring at least one new model to Việt Nam every year.

Speaking at the Vietnam Motor Show 2019, which opened in HCM City on Wednesday, Nguyễn Ngọc Khương, deputy general director of Ford Vietnam, said: “Ford currently has a diverse range of competitive products in the Vietnamese market, and is a leader in many of the SUV and commercial segments. Ford will continue its long journey in Việt Nam with a commitment to expand investment and introduce at least one new product to Vietnamese consumers every year.”

Next year the all-new five-seat Ford Escape will come to Việt Nam and the concept version of this car is now being showcased at the Việt Nam Motor Show 2019.

In addition to segment-leading vehicles such as the Ranger, Raptor and Explorer, Ford is also showing off some new models in the commercial and SUVs segments like the newly launched MPV Ford Tourneo seven-seater and the concept version of the all-new Ford Escape.

In the recent third quarter sales report, Ford capped the record with retail sales of 7,859 units, increasing by 55.4 per cent year-over-year.

Three out of its six vehicles are segment leaders and have reported positive sales performances.

The 2019 Vietnam Motor Show is being held from October 23 to 27 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center in District 7.  VNS