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May 5, 2025May 2, 2025

How To Keep Your Car Cool In The Summer

We here at Ewing VinFast of Plano don’t have to tell you that summer’s almost here. With daily temperatures already hitting the high 70s and low 80s, it’s only a matter of time before the blistering heat is here to torture us. Luckily, you can easily keep cool in the depressing heat of the summer with the VF8 and VF9 thanks to some helpful tips and tricks, as well as some great features to keep you and your pets from any heat-related issues.

Keep Your Range Up

First and foremost, always make sure to keep your battery between 20% and 80% of charge. Not only will that help keep the battery in your VinFast in tip-top shape, but it will also ensure that you aren’t worried about any range issues on hot days. Granted, EVs are actually very good in the heat and often provide excellent driving range.

Pet Mode

When your VinFast is parked, you can enable Pet Mode on the 15.6-inch infotainment screen if you are leaving your vehicle for a minute and have an animal in the vehicle. Not only will your car keep the interior at a constant, comfortable temperature for your pet(s) and your belongings, but it will also display a message on the touchscreen that lets people know that your loved one is safe, thanks to the vehicle being in Pet Mode.

Camp Mode

If you intend to sit outside while waiting for some friends, take a private phone call, or just watch a movie or TV show on Sony RIDEVU, you can turn on Camp Mode in your VF8 or VF9. This way, you can charge your devices, use the exterior and interior lights, and keep the cabin cool (or warm if you’re into that sort of thing) while you hang out and do your thing.

A Solar-Powered Car Exhaust Fans

If you are parking your car outside and need to leave it basking in the disappointing summer sun, you can always choose to buy some solar-powered car exhaust fans. One lesson our grandparents tried to teach us was to leave our windows cracked ever so slightly on a hot day to let some of the heat escape the car while it’s sitting still. But then you run the risk of inviting different critters and bugs that may be looking to beat the heat or create a nest. Instead, an exhaust fan hangs on your car window with it closed and creates a tight seal. There are little fans inside that run to try and suck hot air out and exhaust it from the exterior of the device that is pointed outside. These will run you about $20-$40 for anywhere from 1 to 3 fans and won’t use up any of your vehicle’s battery reserves since they are solar-powered.

Why Choose Ewing VinFast

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.

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April 15, 2025April 22, 2025

Why a VF8 Is the Perfect Car for a College Student

Buying the right car for your college-bound kid seems like no big deal, right? Not so fast. Making sure that your child has a reliable set of wheels in case he or she needs to get some food, work a job, get medical assistance, go out on a date, and get home to you means that you should take this seriously. This is why the VinFast VF8 is the perfect college car for your first-time student.

Free Charging, Which Means No Gas

While some colleges don’t allow freshman students to park their cars on campus, there are plenty of colleges that do. And just because a school won’t allow freshman to park on campus doesn’t mean you can’t find off-campus parking. Many universities now have free Level 2 public chargers for students and faculty, which means your teenager does not have to worry about paying for gas in a VF8.

The Best Lease Pricing You’ll Find for a Luxury EV

The VinFast VF8 is also priced incredibly well, especially when it comes to leasing. Let’s say you take advantage of the VF8 Eco, the base trim level, which currently has a lease special of $0 down for $279 per month for 24 months. For $6,696, you can lease a brand new $50,000+ electric luxury SUV for your child that is amazingly safe and does not require gasoline, oil changes, or any major maintenance in that period. And when the two-year lease is up, just get another lease or buy your VF8.

The Best Warranty in the World

Why would you buy a car you just leased? The VinFast VF8 comes with a ten-year, 125,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty as well as a ten-year, unlimited-mile battery warranty. These warranties are better than any new car, gas or EV. This means that your now-used VF8 is still covered for a really long time and a lot of miles. Once your kid graduates, he or she will be walking out into the world with a reliable, still-under-factory warranty electric car that has 264 miles of range in the Eco trim.

Safety Comes First

Have we mentioned how safe the VF8 is? Unlike pretty much any EV, the VinFast VF8 comes standard with a Head-Up Display, allowing the driver to keep his or her eyes on the road, which is perfect for younger drivers. Each model also features Traffic Jam Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Highway Driving Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Centering Assist, Blind Spot Detection, Automatic Emergency Braking, Intelligent Speed Recognition, Traffic Sign Recognition, Forward Collision Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Blind Spot Detection, Door Opening Warning, Front Automatic Emergency Braking, Emergency Lane Keep Assist, Front Parking Assist, Rear Parking Assist, backup camera, Automatic High Beam, and a 360-degree Surround View Camera system. Oh, and the VF8 has 11 standard airbags, too.

The Time Is Now

What exactly are you waiting for? The VF8 is the absolute best car you can get for your student-to-be, and Ewing VinFast of Plano is the place to go to get your new car.

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April 5, 2025April 22, 2025

VinFast VF 9 Lease Adds Free $2,600 E-Bike Deal

The VinFast VF9 provides EV customers with one of the few true 3-row all-electric SUVs, an extremely great warranty, excellent lease pricing, and some of the best standard equipment on any new vehicle. Now, when leasing your VF9, you can also add a VinFast DrgnFly e-bike to your purchase and bring it with you on trips and vacations to use for quick trips.

A Truly Unique Lease Special

For just $599 per month for 24 months, you can lease a brand new VF9 and get the DrgnFly e-bike as part of a lease special. The VinFast DrgnFly features a 750-watt electric motor with a 48-volt lithium-ion battery and has a top speed of 28 mph over 68 miles in Eco mode or 32 miles when ridden at full throttle. If you and your family tend to vacation around campgrounds or beach towns, this e-bike is the perfect way to add an extra mode of transportation when exploring, going to the store to get some snacks, or even just going to a local coffee shop.

An e-bike Like No Other

The DrgnFly comes with a 150-watt portable charger that can recharge the e-bike to full in just 4-6 hours. You can even remove the battery to charge it inside your work or anywhere while you’re on the go. This way, you don’t have to fear your e-bike being stolen while it’s charging.

A Better Way to Ride

VinFast says the e-bike weighs 50 lbs and is crafted from aircraft-grade aluminum with wide handlebars and 20×4-inch balloon tires for extra comfort and riding stability. The hydraulic disc brakes are meant to work great in all riding conditions, even when it’s raining, and the bike is equipped with front and rear LED lights and integrated reflectors. This means you don’t have to worry if you decide to ride at night. The DrgnFly also has a mode called Pedal-Assist, which allows you to pedal the e-bike while riding to get in a bit of a workout. VinFast offers the DrgnFly with a 2-year, unlimited-mile warranty.

Battery Pack and Performance

The 2025 VF9 is available in Eco or Plus trim levels and starts from around $71,000. Eco models have a driving range of 330 miles, and Plus models offer 291 miles. Both trims come standard with all-wheel drive and a 123-kWh battery pack that delivers 402 horsepower and 457 lb-ft of torque. VinFast says the VF9, with its powerful battery, can get from 0-60 mph in just 6.5 seconds. The VF9 also comes standard with a Head-Up Display (HUD), something most EVs don’t even offer as an option. A HUD is a brilliant safety feature that allows drivers to keep their eyes on the road and still be able to see navigation information, range, music, and more.

Standard Sony RIDEVU

Unlike any other current EV on the road, the VF9 also offers Sony RIDEVU. Sony Pictures Entertainment and VinFast have partnered to bring RIDEVU to VinFast customers free of charge. RIDEVU brings 2000 Sony movies and TV shows to your VinFast for free. They can be watched on the in-car 15.6-inch infotainment display or on any device attached to the in-car WiFi. If you need to charge your device, VinFast added multiple USB-A ports and a 90-watt USB-C port to make sure everyone has the ability to stay charged and connected.

Excellent Safety

Safety is far and away the most important feature of any new car these days, and the VF9 doesn’t disappoint. With 11 airbags, along with Traffic Jam Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Highway Driving Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Centering Assist, Blind Spot Detection, Automatic Emergency Braking, Intelligent Speed Recognition, Traffic Sign Recognition, Forward Collision Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Blind Spot Detection, Door Opening Warning, Front Automatic Emergency Braking, Emergency Lane Keep Assist, Front Parking Assist, Rear Parking Assist, backup camera, Automatic High Beam, and a 360-degree Surround View Camera system, the driver and all occupants can feel safe knowing their VinFast has them protected.

The Best Warranty You’ll Ever Find

One big reason why buyers are switching to the VinFast VF8 and VF9 is the greatest vehicle warranty of any car in the world. Most EVs carry a five—or ten-year warranty for the car and battery system. All VinFast models offer as standard a 10-year, 125,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a 10-year, unlimited-mile battery warranty. Even if you lease the vehicle and decide to buy it after the lease is up, you will still have 8 years of warranty left. There is no other car company that does that.

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March 20, 2025March 21, 2025

Autoweek Gets Behind the Wheel of the VinFast VF9

The VinFast VF9 is just starting to arrive at Ewing VinFast of Plano, which means that car journalists are also getting their chances to get behind the wheel to witness one of the first new automotive companies delivering cars to America in our lifetime. The VF9 is the latest and only true three-row EV SUV on the market, and it is already being viewed as a viable option for buyers who need a vehicle with at least six proper seats.

A Review by AutoWeek

Recently, AutoWeek had the opportunity to get behind the wheel of a 2025 VF9 before it was delivered to a customer. They found the packaging and build quality quite good, which is saying a lot for a brand-new vehicle from a young car company. While the publication didn’t have a ton of time, they did have enough to take it for a good drive and sit in all of the seats while testing some of the features.

Power and Trim Levels

Even though the VF9 is brand new, VinFast has made sure to give customers a vehicle that won’t confuse or intimidate them. While most car companies offer their cars with a dozen trim levels and a thousand options, VinFast has chosen to keep it simple with just two trims for its models: the Eco and Plus. Eco will achieve 330 miles of range, with the Plus model delivering 291 miles. Both models come standard with dual motors, a 123-kWh battery, and all-wheel drive with 402 horsepower and 457 lb-ft of torque. Almost every EV on the market offers a single motor with either front- or rear-wheel drive as standard, with dual motors and all-wheel drive being optional.

Unique Door Handles That Are Better Than a Tesla

Auto brands developing EVs are constantly trying to find new ways to engineer a vehicle with less aerodynamic drag. Less drag equals better range because the car is less encumbered by air resistance. This has led to the creation of pop-out handles in various fashions. One of the types that tends not to work as well are the handles on Tesla. AutoWeek immediately noticed how VinFast took a more innovative and less bothersome approach to their handles, saying, “When I went to drive the VF 9, the first thing I appreciated was the flip-out door handles. Push on one end, the handle pops out, and you open the door. It’s a clever way to reduce aerodynamic drag without resorting to Tesla’s pop-out electric door handles.”

Standard Head-Up Display

The VF9, like any modern car, features a host of technology and safety features. However, one thing VinFast ensures is standard on both the VF8 and VF9, no matter the trim, is the Head-Up Display (HUD). It’s very rare that any car, especially an EV, has this even as an option. AutoWeek was noticeably appreciative of the tech, saying, “In front of me, the head-up display was impressive, with numerous data sets available in a sharply focused, helpful display at the base of the driver’s field of view. A 15.6-inch infotainment touchscreen worked well in the very brief time I had to try and sort it out. It also supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto wirelessly.”

Reasonable Performance

Modern EVs tend to focus too much on speed and performance to try and lure customers through the door. Instead of showing off the great experience they’ll have driving the car, automakers tend to convince buyers the car is great because of the speed. The VF9 is not a speed demon, but it will get out of its own way quite easily. The biggest thing is that VinFast wows with tech, safety, and a warranty that’s second to none. However, when it came time to drive the VF9 and use the power it has, the publication said, “Acceleration was more than adequate from the VF 9’s combined output of 402 hp and 457 lb-ft of torque from its dual electric motors … VinFast lists a 0-62 mph time of 6.6 seconds for the Eco trim and 6.7 for the PLUS. Top speed is 124 mph (which I didn’t verify).”

Sony RIDEVU

One of the single best things about the VF9 is the inclusion of Sony RIDEVU. Sony Pictures Entertainment and VinFast have partnered to bring RIDEVU to VinFast customers free of charge. This gives occupants the ability to watch 2,000 different Sony-owned movies and TV shows either on the main 15.6-inch infotainment screen when the vehicle is in park, or on any device that is attached to the in-car WiFi system. There are also six standard USB-A ports with one 90-watt USB-C port, which means two per row. When captain’s chairs are optioned, passengers will find two extra USB-A ports in the center console.

Amazing Safety Features

Safety is the name of the game these days, as well it should be. Cars are getting bigger, faster, and more usable. It makes sense that they protect occupants as much as possible. The VF9 offers tons of standard safety features such as 11 airbags, along with Traffic Jam Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Highway Driving Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Centering Assist, Blind Spot Detection, Automatic Emergency Braking, Intelligent Speed Recognition, Traffic Sign Recognition, Forward Collision Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Blind Spot Detection, Door Opening Warning, Front Automatic Emergency Braking, Emergency Lane Keep Assist, Front Parking Assist, Rear Parking Assist, backup camera, Automatic High Beam, and a 360-degree Surround View Camera system.

The Best Warranty in the World

Probably the single most significant aspect of the VF9 is its warranties. While most EVs carry a five—or ten-year warranty for the car and battery system, the VinFast VF8 and VF9 are the only vehicles with a 10-year, 125,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a 10-year, unlimited-mile battery warranty. This provides the ultimate peace of mind to anyone buying their first VinFast.

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March 15, 2025March 21, 2025

Getting Your House Ready for Home Charging

Buying your first electric vehicle is like having your first child, meaning it’s all about the preparation. Okay, so maybe it’s not exactly like having a child, but it can make some people nervous. For instance, when buying a traditional car with an internal combustion engine (ICE), you don’t think twice about where you’re going to fill it up with gas. However, with your first VinFast it is best to have a home charger installed. Below is information on how to get yourself and your home ready for your first charger.

Why It’s Best to Charge at Home

You may be thinking, “Why should I worry about charging my VinFast at home when I can charge it at a public charger?” Simply put, charging your car at home saves time, money, and is also smarter your battery’s overall health. Since chargers like the VinFast Home Chargers are smart, they can charge slowly overnight and charge your car for when you leave in the morning. When it comes to saving money, charging at home in Plano, Texas, will cost you about 13.9 cents per kWh according to MarketWatch. This means that charging from about 50% every night when you get home from work will only add about $5 or so per nightly charge.

Finding the Right Electrician

The first step is to look for a local electrician that will give you an estimate. Going about this process can be daunting, so the best way to find someone is to ask friends and family who they have used in the past. It’s also not a bad idea to get a few different consultations to check price, availability, and reviews.

Potentially Upfitting Your Breaker Box

It is important that your home be ready with at least a 200-amp breaker box, which is pretty standard for newer homes. Some houses may have a 100- or 150-amp breaker box, which would mean you should contact a professional electrician to talk about potentially upfitting your home to be sure it can handle the extra needs of the charger for your VinFast VF8 or VF9.

How to Know What Amperage Your Breaker Box Is and How It Can Be Upgraded

You can safely and easily check to see what the amperage is of your home breaker box by opening your master breaker panel door and checking the top switch that turns the entire system on and off. The switch will say either 100, 150, 200, or 400. If an electrician needs to upgrade your box, he will first contact the electric company to turn off the power to your home. Then the electrician will change out the wiring that goes from the outdoor meter socket into the home, installing a new meter socket that will be either 200 or 400 amps, and then changing the breaker box in your home. After that, he will connect the wiring up and get the power turned back on to your home.

Reorganizing Your Garage to Accommodate Your New Charger

When you do choose a qualified electrician, he will install a Level 2 240-volt that will be able to easily charge your battery overnight. Now it’ll be time to make sure that your charger can go on a wall or in an area where it can easily be accessed by your VinFast. You may need to reorganize your garage and move all of your things from one side to the other. Keep in mind that the charge port for both the VF8 and VF9 is on the driver’s side fender, which will dictate whether you need to pull in or back into your garage.

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