​​A Buyer’s Guide to Electric Vehicles​

Dark Grey Vinfast EV SUV V9 rear view driving on the road

Dark Grey Vinfast EV SUV V9 rear view driving on the road

 

You’ve decided to shop for an EV. How do you decide which one? Cars.com created a handy guide on what to look for when shopping for an EV – such as our VinFast VF 8 and VF 9 models. They highlighted some key factors to consider when selecting the right vehicle for you.

 

The first consideration is the available range of the EV. That will depend on your driving habits and your daily routine. How many miles are you putting on your EV on the road to work, school, errands, and so forth? Do you sometimes go on road trips with your family or for other activities?

 

You should also consider our climate here in the Metroplex. It can range from very hot summer days to surprise winter storms. It’s essential to inquire whether the battery pack features cooling and heating capabilities to prolong its lifespan. One tip Cars.com offers to keep your battery pack healthy is “to charge the battery to 80%-90% and not dip below 10%.” Charging your battery to the limit or letting it run out of power can accelerate the rate of degradation, which may lead to the replacement of the pack itself.

 

To ensure you are getting the benefit of EV ownership, Cars.com recommends installing a Level 2 charger at home. After the initial investment in the charger, you will see how much less it costs to recharge your vehicle at home compared to a fill-up at a station.

 

Vinfast VF9 Charging port

Home charging is best accomplished overnight, replenishing the battery pack in “eight to 12 hours.” You can use a DC Fast Charger to make sure you meet the 80-90% capacity in a matter of minutes, even when you’re out and about, away from home. However, the actual rate of recharging will vary depending on the charger itself and the capacity of your vehicle’s system.

 

Compared to an internal combustion engine-driven vehicle, there are some marked differences in the way EVs drive. Because of the instant torque that is inherent in electric motors, you will accelerate quickly from a stop. Braking is also different, since you can enable one-pedal driving, which sends regenerative energy back to the battery pack. While you can get a vehicle with a single motor placed either at the front or rear axle, all VinFast EVs have two motors and all-wheel drive.

 

Rear view of 2026 Vinfast VF9

 

Buying an EV should be simple, which is why you should visit us at Ewing VinFast of Plano. Contact us to learn more about our lineup of affordable, easy-to-own EVs.

VinFast Shows Off Brand New Electric Buses

VinFast EV12 Electro Buses

VinFast EV12 Electro Buses    

Electric vehicles are a big part of the automotive future, and VinFast is one of the companies leading the charge. The company has introduced its first-ever all-electric bus, which will change how people ride the bus, thanks to advanced safety and technology. More so, companies like VinFast are planning for a more environmentally friendly future.

 

All-New Buses with Great Range

 

The introduction of the first-ever VinFast EB8 and EB12 showcased large battery capacities up to 422 kWh with 250 miles of range. Both can also fast charge at 140 kW and be back on the road within 3 hours. Transit buses usually drive around 100 miles daily, meaning riders won’t have to worry about range anxiety on the way to their destination.

 

Better Quality of Life

 

Electric buses are great for improving both air and noise quality in city areas. While mass transit is essential to reduce road congestion and make it easier for people to get around town, buses are notoriously loud and dirty from their diesel exhaust.

 

VinFast EB12 Passenger Bus

 

Advanced Tech and Safety Features

 

Drivers of the new VinFast buses will appreciate having advanced safety features included that will make it easier to operate them. These features include Blind Spot Detection, Drowsiness Detection, Intelligent Speed Assist, and Forward Collision Warning. Passengers will love the included WiFi, infotainment systems, USB charging ports, and a vehicle kneeling system that uses air suspension to lower the bus at stops, allowing riders to get off and on more easily.

 

Production Capacity

 

VinFast has the ability to produce between 1,500 and 2,000 buses annually. The company is also able to produce up to 500,000 cars a year in its current production facilities.

 

VinFast Electric Buses EV Side Profile

 

A Word from VinFast

 

The chairwoman of VinFast, Madam Le Thi Thu Thuy, said about the new EB8 and EB12 buses, “Beyond individual electric cars, we are building a comprehensive green transformation ecosystem to make electrified transport more accessible than ever. With an increasingly diverse product range, we are confident we can contribute to creating a zero-emission transport system and a cleaner, greener life …”

 

Ewing VinFast of Plano Offers the Best Deals

 

VinFast offers buyers the best standard warranties in the automotive industry. With a 10-year, 125,000-mile bumper-to-bumper and 10-year, unlimited-mile battery warranties, the VF8 and VF9 are made to keep owners safe and secure. And Ewing VinFast of Plano is the number one VinFast dealer in America.

 

VinFast E-Buses

Why Choose Ewing VinFast

 

Stop by Ewing VinFast of Plano for the best prices and service for the last remaining months of 2025. At Ewing VinFast of Plano, we have the best lease and sale prices on dozens of new VinFast EVs and used cars. Our well-educated sales staff and finance department will happily assist you with your EV questions and needs. Our fantastic service department will ensure your vehicle stays in the best condition.

VinFast Debuts an Armored EV

VinFast VF Lac-Hong Armored EV

VinFast VF Lac-Hong Armored EV

Vietnam recently celebrated 80 years of independence at the country’s newly built Vietnam Exposition Center in Hanoi. The celebration reminds them all of their August Revolution in 1945 to become a country that could develop its own future. VinFast, a Vietnamese car company, engineered and built a new armored all-electric SUV, one of the first of its kind in the world, to celebrate the occasion.

 

An Armored EV

 

The VinFast Lac Hong 900 LX armored car shuttled various heads of state around during the 80th National Day Parade and showed that VinFast is a company built around innovation. The bodywork was clad with impacts from different types of bullets to show off the testing the vehicle endured.

 

What It Took to Build The 900 LX

 

Testing an armored car is no small feat, and VinFast says the Lac Hong 900 LX took 440 shots from various types of firearms and 11 explosive tests in the Beschussamt Ulm center in Germany. The 900 LX was awarded the VPAM VR7, a ballistic standard that’s specific to armored vehicles. This means governments and wealthy individuals can use the VinFast armored vehicle to protect important people. A well-known Canadian company called INKAS, which specializes in armored vehicles, helped design and develop the new armored EV.

 

VinFast VF 9 Police Vehicle

Other One-Off VinFast Vehicles

 

The car company also brought a custom convertible VF9 and a series of 12 VF9 police vehicles that will be sent to police stations around the country.

 

A Lot of Work Goes into Creating a Special Car

 

The open-top VF9 took a total of 2,400 hours to build, which required the removal of the B, C, and D pillars, as well as supporting the A pillars without a roof. The VF9 received a redesigned front grille, a new paint job, a unique leather interior, and upgrades to the electrical system. The patrol vehicles also received special upgrades, including flag mounts, lights, sirens, and a redesigned hood and grille. The company said it took between 60 and 80 hours per vehicle to prepare them for the event.

 

What This Means for VinFast and You

 

While you may not see armored VinFast vehicles in the United States any time soon, this underscores how seriously the company is taking developing and engineering cars built for the world automotive markets. An armored vehicle is a very specialized and unique type of build. The creation of the Lac Hong 900 LX shows that VinFast isn’t afraid of the challenge of creating products that can suit the needs of many different types of buyers in the electric vehicle space.

 

VinFast VF 9 Convertible

 

The Best Warranty in The World

 

A new VinFast could be the vehicle you’ve been looking for all your life. With an industry-leading 10-year, 125,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a 10-year, unlimited-mile battery warranty, VinFast believes you will love their cars. And Ewing VinFast of Plano is the number one VinFast dealer. Their excellent sales staff will help you get to know the VF8 and VF9 from top to bottom, inside and out.

 

Why Choose Ewing VinFast

 

Stop by Ewing VinFast of Plano for the best prices and service for the last remaining months of 2025. At Ewing VinFast of Plano, we have the best lease and sale prices on dozens of new VinFast EVs and used cars. Our well-educated sales staff and finance department will happily assist you with your EV questions and needs. Our fantastic service department will ensure your vehicle stays in the best condition.

Inside EVs Talks About the VF8 Ownership Experience

VinFast is an up-and-coming car manufacturer. After having just started delivering cars to the U.S. market in 2023, the VF8, their first EV to showrooms, has had some growing pains. However, the company has been quick to send software updates over the air so that customers aren’t left in weird or scary situations. A review from the YouTube channel Out Of Spec goes over their lease of a brand new VF8 and their road trip back to Colorado. 

A YouTube Review

Inside EVs has a friendly relationship with Out Of Spec and published their 3,400-mile review of a 2024 Deep Ocean VF8. The author, who has driven a VF8 before, said, “… Yet its feature set is good, it’s comfortable enough and hasn’t left her stranded, so her review is pretty positive. It’s a good reminder that, for most people, a car doesn’t have to be the most competitive or flawless vehicle to be satisfying to own.”

What Car Reviewers Tend to Forget About Car Buyers

Some car reviewers forget that normal people who just want a solid car to drive from point A to point B buy these vehicles. Most car buyers aren’t worried about 0-60 or ¼-mile times or even how fast the top speed is. Is it safe? Is it comfortable? Will it work when I start it up to go to work and then home? If the answers to three questions are yes, then that’s what customers want to buy. 

VinFast Is Listening to Customers

Francie, the VF8’s actual driver, talked about the initial hiccups. One error message had her taking the car to her local VinFast service center for a software fix. Other than that, the car has been getting better through updates, and she doesn’t really have any problems with it. 

What Does She Think About the VF8 After A Few Months?

After having it for a few months, what does Francie now think of her VinFast? InsideEVs quotes her as saying, “Still, she likes the car. She notes that most Vinfast owners are happy with their, too, appreciating the styling, tech features and uniqueness of the VF8. She likes that it has a “Dog Mode” to protect her pup, Rafiki, something that’s still not available on most EVs. Plus the ZF-made highway driving assistance tech works well, keeping her centered in the lane while still allowing her to steer wide of big trailers and semis. Along with comfortable seats and cool ambient lighting, the ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) suite makes the VF8 a decent road trip car.”

At Ewing VinFast of Plano, we have the best prices on dozens of new VinFast EVs and used cars. Our well-educated sales staff and finance department will happily assist you with your EV questions and needs. Our fantastic service department will ensure your vehicle stays in the best condition. 

We look forward to serving you.

Why Leasing An EV Makes Dollars And Cents

Vinfast VF8 Front View Driving

    There are many opinions about leasing versus buying, and both have merits. However, buying a new electric vehicle is not always the best decision, as this article will discuss. VinFast is a young company, especially here in the United States, and while they are building and advancing at a high rate, that is one of the reasons why leasing is the better option for new VinFast customers. 

Tax Credits

One constant, regardless of whether you purchase or lease a car, is that you will still be eligible for any state and federal tax incentives offered to EV customers. So, the $7,500 federal tax credit and whatever state tax credits are offered are available to customers buying or leasing a new electric car. 

Faster Advancements Than Ever Before

The main reason experts advise customers to lease an EV instead of buying comes down to one simple reason: battery technology. There was a time when advancements in battery technology took a decade or more. But these days, every 3-5 years, there are significant shifts in battery performance, cooling, range, cost, and even charging speeds and capacities. 

Quality and Reliability Standards

Along with technology seeing faster leaps forward, so do production standards and quality control issues. Young electric cars used to have body panel fitment issues, and there were some reliability concerns and frustrations when it came to interior quality. Now, though, panel fitment issues are mostly a thing of the past, and overall interior reliability and quality are way up. New EV customers are constantly raving about the comfort and vast amounts of interior space that just isn’t possible in a conventional gas-powered car due to transmission tunnels, large engine bays, etc., needed to house all of the things that make an internal combustion engine car work. 

Design Evolution

Another luxury of modern EVs is the constant evolution of designs. Lots of electric cars of the past were either former gas engine cars with batteries transplanted into them, or they were new designs without any real character that made people fall in love with them. A mainstay of car culture is the look and appeal of a car’s style. People always talk about the beautiful and creative designs of cars from the 1950s and ‘60s, but no one talks about a 2010 Tesla. However, that is changing. VinFast products have a soulful style and presence, and the VF7, VF8, and VF9 each have their unique way of making new customers fall in love with their vehicle as they walk up to it. 

Vinfast Electric Vehicle VF8 InteriorVinFast Will Make You Fall In Love

It has long been said that you can tell a car is beautiful by how many times you turn around to look at it as you walk away. The VinFast line of SUVs builds on that ethos in the EV world. And thanks to great lease specials, you can rest assured that there are plenty of advancements in technology and features that will keep you a VinFast client for years to come. 

At Ewing VinFast of Plano, we have the best prices on dozens of new VinFast EVs and used cars. Our well-educated sales staff and finance department will happily assist you with your EV questions and needs. Our fantastic service department will ensure that your vehicle stays in the best condition. 

We look forward to serving you.