Middle East War Fuels EV Boom in Asia: VinFast & BYD Sales Surge as Oil Hits $100+ | Auto News

Published : Apr 15, 2026, 04:04 PM IST

Middle East conflict drives oil prices above $100/barrel, sparking massive EV demand across Southeast Asia. VinFast reports 127% sales jump in Vietnam while BYD dominates Thailand. How fuel spikes are accelerating the electric vehicle revolution. 0:00 - Oil price impact 0:40 - Vietnam story 1:05 - Vinfast sales surges 1:45 - Thailand & BYD boom 2:25 - Broader regional & global impact 2:55 - Expert & BYD export outlook 3:30 - Structural shift