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.
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.
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.