Founded by enthusiasts, engineered by innovators, and designed by aerospace industry gearheads, Ryvid was formed by a desire to change the way the world lives, works, and plays through the use of efficient light electric vehicles. At the heart of the company lies four fundamental pillars that define its essence: the unwavering commitment to accessibility, the deep-rooted sense of community, the relentless pursuit of innovation, and the steadfast dedication to sustainability. Ryvid has recently received a $20 million grant from the California state government, where its products are designed and assembled, with headquarters in Hawaiian Gardens and production in San Bernardino. Founder and CEO, Dong Tran, is a transportation designer, avid motorcyclist, and gearhead with a passion for innovation and advanced engineering/manufacturing techniques. After graduating with honors from Detroit’s College for Creative Studies, he worked at General Motors, BMW DesignWorks USA, and Toyota’s Tokyo-based Design Laboratory, followed by Honda R&D where he focused on the Civic, NSX, and a Honda EV. Tran expanded into aerospace at ICON Aircraft, where he served as lead designer on the award-winning A5 amphibious aircraft, followed by a design head position at a stealth EVTOL start-up through his design consulting company. Tran’s passion for light vehicles stems from his roots as a car and motorbike builder from a very young age, lending him a unique perspective on Ryvid and the future of transportation. Tran says, “Seeing the Ryvid Anthem in my garage gets me emotionally charged. Ryvid is going to have a huge impact on how people view light electric vehicles.” CXO – Vincent Nguyen – A first-generation Vietnamese American and California native, Vincent is a graduate of California Polytechnic University, Pomona. His career spans multiple industries, particularly within aviation manufacturing and production environments. CTO – Vinh Tran – A Vietnamese American immigrant, Vinh is a graduate of The California Maritime Academy and the University of California, Irvine. He spent most of his engineering career in some of the California Bay Area’s most influential companies.
