Dat Bike is a Vietnamese electric motorbike manufacturer founded in 2019 by Nguyễn Bá Cảnh Sơn, a talented software engineer who has won multiple national and international awards in technology. Sơn observed that motorbikes are deeply ingrained in Vietnamese culture. However, their sheer volume significantly impacts the environment, "churning up" the air and causing severe pollution. He envisioned that if the market introduced motorbikes powered by non-fossil fuels with performance comparable to gasoline vehicles, it could meet consumer needs while fostering a modern, green lifestyle.

However, existing electric motorbikes on the market generally had low power and speed, insufficient to meet the typical usage demands of Vietnamese consumers. Sơn shared that during his time in the U.S., while Tesla had established a strong foothold in the electric car market, startups focusing on electric motorbikes often failed, shutting down after their first funding round due to a lack of market demand—even though the technology challenges had been resolved. In contrast, Vietnam and Southeast Asia presented a promising opportunity, with nearly 100% of motorbikes still running on gasoline.

CEO Sơn realized that combining market potential with technological advancements could create societal value. He aspired to be a pioneer in "greening transportation" in Vietnam and across Southeast Asia.

With this ambition cultivated abroad, Sơn decided to leave his dream job in Silicon Valley and return to Vietnam to launch Dat Bike. The company was founded with a mission to create electric motorbikes designed and manufactured by Vietnamese engineers, enabling users to transition from gasoline to electric motorbikes without compromising on power or speed.

Sơn identified Vietnam as a land of immense potential with a population of nearly 100 million and an underdeveloped electric vehicle market. Electric vehicles are becoming a global trend, growing 10% annually, with the market expected to reach $60 billion by 2025. Sơn believed Vietnam's ecosystem was as competitive as any other nation's. Many countries have already developed robust electric motorbike industries, and Vietnam risks losing its opportunity if it doesn't act.

When comparing gasoline and electric motorbikes, Dat Bike acknowledges the strengths and weaknesses of both. However, the company has gradually addressed and improved these challenges, offering consumers a new perspective on electric vehicles. According to the manufacturer, power, range, and charging time are the three critical factors in breaking user stereotypes about electric motorbikes.

One year after returning to Vietnam, Sơn launched his first product, the Dat Bike Weaver. In its first year, the Weaver received certification from the Ministry of Transport and was recognized as the first "Made in Vietnam" electric motorbike with power and speed comparable to gasoline vehicles.

In September 2019, CEO Sơn and his "firstborn" appeared on Shark Tank, receiving valuable feedback from investors. This marked the beginning of Dat Bike's rapid growth phase. The company achieved 4,000% revenue growth and a 35% monthly increase in sales volume. Recently, Dat Bike successfully raised $2.6 million in funding led by Jungle Ventures, with participation from Wavemaker Partners, Hustle Fund, and iSeed Ventures. This funding will enable Dat Bike to continue innovating and improving its electric motorbike technology, including its Weaver 200 model.

The Weaver 200 is an upgraded version of the Weaver. Dat Bike believes that the Weaver 200, with its "faster, farther" capabilities, offers users enhanced experiences beyond just transportation.

With strong momentum and solid support, Dat Bike aims to become Vietnam’s leading electric motorbike manufacturer, spearheading the "greening" of the $8 billion two-wheeler market in Vietnam and the $25 billion market in Southeast Asia.