Technology – Page 10 – Ewing VinFast of Plano

July 10, 2024July 30, 2024

VinFast Modern Production Line

Designing, engineering, and manufacturing cars is not an easy thing to do. It is a time-consuming, demanding, and expensive process from start to finish. As a young company just starting, it can also be challenging to find qualified and loyal employees who can do their best to make the right product. VinFast is rapidly becoming known for its modern production line, which features fewer people and more robots to help streamline the production process.

New Massive Production Facility

In September 2017, VinFast opened its state-of-the-art 828-acre manufacturing plant, where roughly 90% of its automotive production is automated. This plant, in particular, will serve as the main production headquarters for years to come, with the goal of producing 950,000 vehicles by 2026.

Robots Save Time and Money

People mess up; it is a natural part of being human. However, robots do not. While there still needs to be employees at VinFast factories who help to design software and input information that tells the robots what to do, ultimately, they are perfect in their execution of a given task. Plus, it can save time and money when retooling or adjusting manufacturing techniques for new models or simple model changes and modifications.

Fewer People Means Fewer Injuries

Because of the streamlined process of robot production, VinFast is hoping for, and so far succeeding at, having fewer production issues, which will often wreak havoc on a young or small car company and even larger companies during the first year of a new model. Fewer people on the production line also means a much lower rate of incidents where someone could get injured. Automotive manufacturing facilities are filled with heavy machinery that is constantly moving. There are heavy vehicles going through the assembly process. Accidents happen. With robots, that isn’t as much of an issue.

New Production Facilities

As of now, all current vehicle production is taking place in Haiphong, Vietnam, with battery production in Ha Tinh, Vietnam. VinFast is also expanding a new production facility in North Carolina. The capacity to manufacture up to 150,000 vehicles per year in America will greatly assist VinFast in achieving its future goals and success.

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.

July 1, 2024July 30, 2024

HUD Comes Standard

VinFast VF8 Head Up Display Windshield View

VinFast doesn’t believe in pricing people out of having the best available tech in their cars, which is why the 2024 VinFast VF8 and VF9 offer heads-up display, or HUD, as standard on both the Eco and Plus trim levels. This way, drivers will be able to see all the pertinent information while they are driving. No need to look at the big, beautiful 15.9-inch infotainment display to see your speed, navigation, and vehicle range, among other features. Sadly, many automakers force you to buy higher-trim models to get such a heads-up display.

Standard For Safety

Not only does VinFast believe that HUD is a great feature, but they also agree that it should be standard simply from a safety standpoint. The facts show that the less you look away from the road, the fewer accidents and incidents will happen. Just taking your eyes off the road in front of you for a split second can cause your vehicle to travel ever so slightly into the next lane, causing you to potentially overreact and have an accident. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says that more than 3,000 people are killed each year in traffic accidents that stem from distracted driving, which is any moment when your attention and eyes are diverted away from looking at the road ahead of you.

Standard For Convenience

Not only is having a HUD about safety, but it’s also a major convenience. How many times have you been using navigation while driving, noticed a road alert ahead of you, and that your system is trying to take you in a different direction? With a heads-up display, you don’t have to look at the infotainment display to see what’s going on and if you must immediately make a lane change or turn at this traffic light or the next one. With the heads-up display, all of that information is displayed right in front of you, so you don’t have to panic or worry that you won’t make your exit or turn.

Advanced Safety Features

Including the standard heads-up display, the VF8 and VF9 also feature a ton of advanced safety features that include 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

The exclusive warranty, which is second to none, is also a unique feature when buying a VinFast electric vehicle. Every vehicle comes with a 10-year, 125,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a 10-year, unlimited-mile battery warranty. Both warranties can be transferred to the next owner if you decide to sell or trade your car or if owners decide to hand their VinFast down to their children as a safe, reliable electric vehicle. The pair of 10-year warranties also entitles customers to free 24/7 mobile service.

An App To Make Life Easier

Customers will also love the VinFast mobile app available for Apple and Android devices. The app allows owners to schedule service appointments, check the status of their booking, as well as approve any potential repairs that need to be done. In addition to service and warranty features, the mobile app allows owners to plan a trip that will enable them to easily find chargers on the way, pay for charging built into the app, and check the state of charge.

We look forward to serving you.

June 25, 2024June 26, 2024

Top Tips For Maximizing The Range Of Your VinFast EV

Like any type of car, maximizing your vehicle’s range is very important to saving money at the pump or the charging station, in the case of this VinFast article. Because charging is still a pretty new concept in terms of the number of stations around the country, it can still be beneficial to do your best to drive in a manner that optimizes your overall driving range, which in turn can enhance your driving experience.

Careful With The AC

The 2024 VF8 has plenty of range whether you are looking at the Eco or Plus model. Both models have an 87.7 kWh battery that puts out 349 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque in the Eco trim and 402 horsepower and 457 lb-ft of torque in the Plus trim. One thing to remember, though, is that the car’s battery also runs everything else. So when you use the AC on a really hot day, that can subtract range from the car. In fact, a 2019 study by AAA showed that running the air conditioner at the highest speed for an extended period of time can affect your EV range by as much as 17%. Try to use your heat and AC in eco or auto modes to help control how hard the air is blowing. If your car is attached to your charger at home or on the go and has been sitting for a while, try turning the air on while it’s still plugged and getting the inside cooled down for 5 to 10 minutes before driving off.

Check Those Pressures

One of the most important tips for any vehicle is to be on top of your tire pressure. Having tire pressure that is too low can reduce driving range by a decent amount, believe it or not. On a highway drive, you can cut your efficiency by quite a bit because plenty of EVs have low rolling resistance tires, and if they are too low, you can lose 4% of your range during your drive. Checking your pressures is especially important during the change of season, such as when the weather changes from winter to spring or summer to fall.

Use Cruise Control More Often

Driving your car inefficiently always affects its range. For example, when you are driving on the highway or in stop-and-go traffic, you accelerate and then brake, speeding up or slowing down. It is always best to use cruise control when driving on the highway. Luckily, if you are in traffic, regenerative braking can help to capture some of the range lost.

Charge Smartly

Possibly the most important lesson to be learned is to charge your car intelligently. It is never recommended to take your battery down to zero or even close to it, just like with a phone, laptop, or tablet. Instead, it’s best to charge up to 80% when on the go unless, of course, you are going on an extended trip. Once your battery starts to get low, you should try not to let it get below 20%. This will assist in keeping your battery in tip-top shape for years to come. This is where the VinFast mobile app comes in handy: while waiting for your VinFast to charge, you can keep an eye on the level of charge to get going as soon as possible.

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 any of your EV questions and needs. Our fantastic service department will ensure your vehicle stays in the best condition.

We look forward to serving you.

June 1, 2024June 26, 2024

Vinfast Becomes World’s First To Launch Sony’s In-Car Entertainment Service

VinFast Auto is on course to become one of the world’s fastest-growing and best electric vehicle manufacturers. Even though VinFast is a young company, it is striving to bring customers some of the best features and technology at a quality price. The young EV company is known for its attractive styling and simple yet luxurious interiors, and now it has launched its latest partnership with Sony with its RIDEVU technology.

What Is RIDEVU?

RIDEVU is Sony Pictures Entertainment’s all-new in-car entertainment service, which will be free for VinFast owners with the VF Connect Package. VF8 owners in the United States can register to get access to the service via an over-the-air update as part of the new software version 9.6.1.11.

A Word From VinFast

When asked about this new service, David Duncan, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, said, “We are thrilled to be the world’s first automobile manufacturer to officially launch RIDEVU, offering an engaging entertainment experience for our U.S. customers. I believe that as a smart and green mobility solution, the VinFast VF 8 will deliver a convenient and enjoyable experience to customers wherever their journey takes them.”

Over 2,000 Movies

For an entire year, VinFast customers will have access to more than 2,000 movies, which will be updated and expanded over time. Passengers can watch up to 100 movies as many times as they like. Those who want to watch the latest movie releases can do so with redeemed credits, which can be purchased or rented via the app.

Multiple Ways To Watch

All passengers can stream the same or different content to their iPhone or Android device while in the car. If the vehicle is parked, then the content can be streamed on the central display for all to see.

A Word From Sony

Echoing Mr. Duncan’s statement, Pete Wood, SVP, Digital Sales, Distribution, Sony Pictures Entertainment said, “Sony Pictures is excited to be working with VinFast for the debut of the RIDEVU service. We are confident that RIDEVU will redefine video entertainment for the automotive industry, beginning with a best-in-class experience for VinFast drivers and passengers.”

Debuting In The VF9

The 2024 VF9 will launch with the RIDEVU feature when it goes on sale later this year. For customers in Canada, VinFast and Sony have promised the feature will be available soon.

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 any of your EV questions and needs. Our fantastic service department will make sure that your vehicle stays in the best condition.

We look forward to serving you.