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June 15, 2025June 24, 2025

What To Include In A DIY Emergency Kit

No matter how prepared you are in life, something can always go wrong when you least expect it, especially when driving on the open road. Your level of preparedness can make a difference in a rough situation. That’s why Ewing VinFast of Plano has compiled a list of a few must-haves for a DIY emergency kit to keep in your VinFast.

VinFast Roadside Assistance

Every VinFast VF8 and VF9 customer has access to 24/7, 365 roadside assistance that is available to you anywhere. If you have a flat tire, a dead 12-volt battery, or are stranded in any other way, the roadside assistance crew can help you. However, what happens when you are in a desolate area? They’re on their way, but it will be a while. That’s where having an emergency kit ready to go can save you time, money, and frustration.

What is Usually in an Emergency Kit?

There is no shortage of pre-built emergency kits that you can easily pick up from places like Amazon, Walmart, or Harbor Freight. Most simple kits go for $20 and will include some gloves, jumper cables, a flashlight, and maybe some adhesive bandages. You can also buy a kit that’s $50 or more that’ll have all those things, plus a tire inflator, a tire repair kit, a complete first aid kit, and some reflective triangles, among other things.

Your Lifestyle Will Dictate Your Kit’s Needs

Let’s say you have a VF8 and enjoy going camping. In that case, you may want to include a few things in your emergency kit that you wouldn’t normally use if you’re stranded on the highway. Things like water, non-perishable snacks like nuts, popcorn, jerky, dried fruit, and the like would be some extras you might want to add to your DIY emergency kit. If you live in a colder climate, having a blanket of some sort would be beneficial. If you live in a hotter climate, you’d want to have sunscreen and bug repellent on hand instead.

Can I Build My Own Emergency Kit?

Deciding to go your own way and put together a kit that better reflects your needs is always a wise choice. While building your own kit will probably run you closer to $100 or $200, it could genuinely be a lifesaver. You can go to Harbor Freight and get an 11, 12, or 15-inch tool bag for $10 or less, or if you’ve purchased a drill from a well-known tool brand, you may already have a bag you can utilize for your car. Using an old backpack or small duffel bag is also a great option to save on cost. Here are the main things you should have in your emergency kit: jumper cables; flashlights and headlamp; road flares or reflective triangles; proper first aid kit with scissors, gauze, bandages, and medications; good tire repair kit; tire inflator that plugs into a 12v socket; tire sealant; and a portable jump starter that you can charge in your car and use to jumpstart a dead 12v battery.

Wait, Can I Jump-Start the Main Battery?

No. Keep in mind, when we say jumper cables or a portable jump starter, we are specifically talking about for use with your car’s 12-volt battery, not the main battery that provides propulsion and driving power to your car. All vehicles need a standard 12-volt battery that runs simple things in your car, such as lights, air conditioning, etc.

What Type of Jumper Cables Should I Get?

Most emergency kits will come with jumper cables that are usually 8 or 10 feet long, but we recommend looking at a set that is at least 12 feet long. While there are rules on the gauge of the jumper cables you should buy when it comes to different-sized engines in gas or diesel vehicles, those don’t really apply the same way to an EV. However, because you’ll be jumping your battery off a non-EV, it’s best to carry a set of 4-gauge jumper cables; this way, they’ll work well with any engine size.

What Jump Starter Should I Buy?

Portable jump starters have become all the rage, which has led to a rash of mediocre products. There are some notable and more reliable brands like Noco, GooLoo, and a few others. A popular YouTube channel called Project Farm has done a couple of reviews on popular and well-priced portable jump starters. The owner and face of the channel does not take sponsorship money, so all the reviews are honest. Some jump starter brands offer all-in-one jumpers with tire inflators and device chargers. Most can be plugged into 12V sockets or USB ports in the car to charge.

Should I Buy Any Special Tools?

With regard to having an EV, since they are much less like gas-powered cars, it is probably best to leave any wrenching to experts in the service department at Ewing VinFast of Plano or the roadside assistance technicians.

Having Something for Just in Case Is Never a Bad Idea

Whether you buy a pre-made kit or assemble it piece by piece, it is better to have something than nothing. The last thing you want is to be stuck in the middle of nowhere or on a dark highway alone, waiting for help.

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.

We look forward to serving you.

March 10, 2025March 21, 2025

YouTube Tech Reviewer Impressed with his VinFast Ownership Experience

More tech reviewers are getting behind the wheels of various electric cars, and while most of them have been big fans of Teslas and the like for some time now, some of them have started opening their minds to newer vehicles like the VinFast VF8. Mark Linsangan, a tech YouTuber with over 150,000 subscribers and a Tesla Model 3 owner, recently took a VF8 for a spin and explained why it may very well be his next car purchase.

A Tech Reviewer Who Likes Cars

Since Mark isn’t a car reviewer, he has a unique perspective from the tech side of things. This also means that he isn’t jaded or cynical when reviewing the VinFast. Instead of approaching the review like a professional car reviewer who has driven hundreds of vehicles, Mark sees the VF8 as something that needs to fit his technological lifestyle.

A Tesla Owner Who Loves the VF8

Because Mark leases a Tesla Model 3, he brings a unique perspective and finds multiple things that he prefers about the VF8. One thing includes the 360-degree camera view, along with the ability to switch the camera view angles. There’s even a tow view that makes it easier to line up and back your VinFast up to whatever you want to tow. Mark remarked how his Tesla does not have the ability to see 360 degrees around the car; the VF8 has this as standard on the base Eco trim. He also loved the fact that under 9 mph, the front camera will automatically display an image of the left or right on the screen, depending on which turn signal you have on.

The Perfect Infotainment and HUD Displays

The wonderful and bright 15.6-inch infotainment touchscreen also doubles as your gauge cluster. As a professional tech reviewer, Mark Linsangan gets to see dozens of devices with amazing screens every year, from laptops to tablets and, of course, smartphones. So when he says that the “massive” and bright infotainment screen and head-up display (HUD) are some of his favorite features, he means it. He loved the standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, something Tesla doesn’t offer in its cars. He especially appreciated the turn-by-turn navigation popping up on the HUD to keep your eyes on the road. Mark called it all a seamless operation. He noted that the wireless charger did not have a problem with phones that have big camera bumps.

Charge All Devices from Anywhere in the Car

Next on his list was the fact that you can charge so many devices at once. There are two USB-C ports for the driver and front passenger, and two more for rear occupants. There’s also a 90-watt charging port in the rear of the VF8 between the air vents and other ports. This setup makes it convenient to charge power-hungry laptops and other devices easily from any seat in the car.

VinFast Is Listening and Making Meaningful Updates

Since Mark was able to drive one of the first-ever production VF8 models from last year, he lauded VinFast for listening to customer feedback and providing this latest model with excellent updates, including the great throttle response, sharper suspension with better turning characteristics, and a much more comfortable and smoother ride over any type of surface, especially rough pavement.

The Best Warranty and Lease Prices Around

By far Mark’s favorite features of the VF8 are the amazing lease specials along with the unbeatable warranty. We have talked a lot about how the VinFast warranty is the best in the business with a ten-year, 125,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a ten-year, unlimited-mile battery warranty. To lease a VinFast VF8 Eco, all you need to do is hand over $974 and you can drive away paying just $279 per month for 24 months. If you would like the top Plus trim, that will cost just $1,024 down with a $329 monthly payment for 24 months.

Why Choose Ewing VinFast

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February 15, 2025February 11, 2025

How to Optimize and Improve Your Electric Car’s Range Overnight

Driving a VinFast VF8 and VF9 is exhilarating. Unlike a gas-powered car, an EV has an immediate surge of power and thrust as soon as you touch the throttle. Unlike a gas-powered car that has so many things that have to happen all at once to make the power and torque to move the car, an EV has a battery and a gearbox and that’s pretty much it.

Faster Than You Think

While both VinFast vehicles aren’t performance cars, they feel much faster than their 0-60 mph times show simply due to the fact that there is no lag or delay between when the throttle is pressed and when the car goes. However, while this is fun and it is addictive, you can lose range very quickly. Let’s talk about some ways that you can improve your car’s range.

Ease Up on the Throttle a Bit

Step one is simple: your foot can modulate the throttle. You don’t have to put the pedal to the metal like you’re the Bandit in Smokey and the Bandit. Your daily commute doesn’t call for a drag race at every traffic light. Gas cars and EVs are similar in this regard. While a gas car uses more fuel the more throttle it’s given, an EV uses more battery power the more you lean into the accelerator. Just chill. No one’s racing for pink slips out here.

Take the Slower Roads for Maximum Efficiency

If you don’t have a set time that you have to be somewhere, or if you leave early enough, set your route guidance to avoid highways and areas with lots of traffic. Instead, take the scenic route that allows you to drive at slower speeds rather than 55 mph and higher. This will allow your VinFast to maintain optimal range without putting much stress on the motor.

Try to Limit Your Heat Settings

Be careful not to overuse your heat settings such as heated seats, defroster, and high amounts of heat in general. If you can, run your car plugged into the charger to use the defroster, heated seats, and heater to get the car warmed up before you leave. You can even do this through the VinFast Smartphone app.

Protect Your Battery

Make sure that you are only charging your car’s battery to 70-80 percent overnight, and while you are on the road you’re only charging to 100 percent when you need the range. This is ideal for the battery’s overall health and makes sure that it isn’t being stressed during charging. But, if anything does happen to the battery and it starts to lose capacity, VinFast protects you with a ten-year, unlimited-mile battery warranty that is unlike any other EV brand on the market.

Take Care of Your Tires

Last but not least, take care of your EV’s tires. EVs can be a little harder on tires simply because of the extra weight. Make sure they are inflated to proper levels, especially with weather changes when the tires are most likely to lose some air. Having a tire that is under- or over-inflated can create more friction at certain speeds, forcing the car to work harder to gain speed.

Enjoy Your Ride

More than anything, enjoy your VinFast. It’s a car that’s been designed and engineered to make your life easier, so work with it to get the best experience for yourself and to have a long-lasting and reliable electric vehicle.

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February 10, 2025February 11, 2025

What Is the VF9?

The VF9 is a three-row SUV that runs completely on electric power. Unlike some other brands that tend to confuse and then intimidate buyers with a dozen trim levels and a thousand options, VinFast has chosen to keep it simple with just two trims: the Eco and Plus. Eco models will give owners 330 miles of range, while the Plus model delivers 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. Between its power and range, the VF9 is able to compete well against other SUVs in the market, whether gas, hybrid, or electric.

How Much Does the VF9 Cost?

The VF9 has a starting price of just $69,800. When compared to vehicles like the Kia EV9 that starts at $56,395, you need to spend more than $70,000 to get a model with options that rival the VinFast. While most automakers try to lock people into a cheaper vehicle with fewer options and less value, VinFast offers the VF9 pretty much fully loaded as a base Eco model, which includes a Head-Up Display (HUD), something the EV9 only includes on the top trim that will have you spending nearly $80,000.

What Kind of Tech Does the VF9 Have?

When it comes to technology, there is no other SUV of its size that has what the VF9 has. The VinFast VF9 comes standard with a 15.6-inch infotainment touchscreen display that allows the driver and front passenger to see and change pretty much everything about the vehicle. With Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, the VF9 gives owners the freedom to use their preferred system.

More Technology

Probably the most amazing piece of technology in the VF9 is Sony RIDEVU. Sony Pictures Entertainment provides RIDEVU as a way of giving VinFast customers 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 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.

How Fast Can the VF9 Charge?

The VF9 has the ability to charge from 10% to 70% in just 35 minutes when using a Level 3 DC fast charger. And thanks to the VinFast smartphone app, you won’t have to download every single public charging company’s app, as most of them are built into the VinFast app, allowing you to get charging quickly and easily. Also, it’s one less place that’s storing your sensitive payment information that can be hacked and stolen.

Does VinFast Make a Charger, or Do I Have to Find One?

Yes, VinFast does have its own charger that you can buy. In fact, it is one of the more affordable and advanced chargers on the market. The VinFast charger features a max power of 12 kW, or 240 volts, and 50 amps. The VinFast charger allows you to use WiFi, Bluetooth, or ethernet to connect to the charger and monitor the vehicle’s state of charge. Using the VinFast mobile app, the vehicle’s state of charge can be tracked easily from anywhere. As a Level 2 charger, the VinFast Home Charger is eight times faster than plugging the vehicle into a standard 120-volt wall outlet.

How Safe Is the VF9?

Safety features are one of the top reasons why buyers choose one car over another. The VF9 comes standard 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.

Is the VF9 Big Enough for My Family?

Size matters when you’re talking about vehicles that are being purchased for use by families. The VF9 does not disappoint, as it can seat up to seven people. With the third row in place, customers will have 7.48 cubic feet of trunk space and 32.7 cubic feet with the third-row folded down. Plus, there is an extra 3.5 cubic feet of space in the front trunk, or frunk. The VF9 can also tow up to 4,000 pounds, which means you can take your family and some jet skis to the lake and have a great time for the day, or pull a modest camper for a nice trip away from home.

A Warranty Like No Other

When thinking of buying or leasing a VinFast VF9, it is important to know that no other automaker has a better warranty. While most EVs have a five- or ten-year warranty for the car and battery system, the VinFast VF8 and VF9 are the only vehicles that have a 10-year, 125,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a 10-year, unlimited-mile battery warranty.

The Best Leasing Special You’ll Find

Right now, VinFast is offering the VF9 for just $599 a month with ZERO dollars down for 24 months, with 10,000 miles per year. Oh, and you also get the $7,500 federal tax credit; name another EV that is this inexpensive with all the standard features available. In our Dollars and Cents comparisons, the VF9 always seems to come out on top simply because of what it offers buyers compared to the competition.

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February 5, 2025February 11, 2025

VinFast’s Focus on After-Sales Service

VinFast vehicles are gaining traction in the United States, with deliveries up 115% in the third quarter of 2024 versus the same time period in 2023. Even better, the company was actually on pace to meet its goal of 80,000 vehicles sold for 2024. While we won’t have the exact figures for a few more weeks, it is worth noting that VinFast reported their Q3 revenue was better than what they estimated it would be, which was up 42% compared to Q2.

A Car’s Only as Good as Its Warranty

While it is obvious that positive buzz and excellent lease pricing are certainly a big part of the company’s success, it is also thanks to their after-sales service that has industry analysts and buyers really excited about the future of VinFast. As part of the after-sales service, VinFast offers the world’s best warranty with a 10-year, 125,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a 10-year, unlimited-mile battery warranty. No other company offers anything competitive. Not Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Tesla, Volvo, Rivian, Chevrolet, Ford, none of them. “Unlike traditional automakers that prioritize sales figures, VinFast has adopted a customer-centric approach by investing heavily in after-sales services. This strategic move not only boosts sales but also fosters long-lasting relationships with customers,” explained Phan Thanh Man, an auto market analyst.

More Dealers for People to Find the Right Car

VinFast has also been making great strides in its dealer network. While Ewing VinFast of Plano was one of the first VinFast dealers in the country, the Vietnamese brand now has 36 dealerships across 15 states, which they were able to do in less than two years on the market. That is remarkable. This is something that customers seem to prefer as they enjoy going to a physical store to get their eyes and hands on a VF8 or VF9 to truly understand what is so special about these Pininfarina-designed electric SUVs.

An Excellent and Feature-Rich Smartphone App

VinFast has also worked tirelessly on its smartphone app, which not only allows you to schedule service appointments but also tracks the status of your booking, pays for any repairs or service items, and more. There is one feature that no other automaker has yet to adopt, which is the ability to use a single app to easily pay for charging at most public chargers around the country. The VinFast app is equipped for this. Most of the time, you need to download that specific charging company’s app to pay for your charge, leaving you exposed if that data is ever stolen. There are more than a dozen charging companies across the U.S. Each one has a separate app that requires you to enter your credit card information to be stored in the app. VinFast makes it so you won’t need to do that.

This Will Be the Best Year Yet

2025 is already shaping up to be a brilliant year for VinFast, and it is down to how hard they are working to foster relationships and build brand loyalty with every person that buys or leases one of their vehicles.

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