Level 2 Charger – Ewing VinFast of Plano

You may have heard that there are three levels of charging for your VinFast VF8 and VF9. Even though they are different, the principle of their use is the same – to return energy into the battery pack of your vehicle. What are these three levels? Which is best for your VinFast electric vehicle, and which will fit your needs?

For starters, there is Level 1. While it plugs into your VF8 and VF9 via a J1772 connector, it also plugs into a 110-120-volt three-prong wall socket. Charging is slow, but you can charge from any electrical outlet with a charger available.

If you need more energy sooner, step up to Level 2. This is now the most common method for recharging your vehicle. Level 2 chargers are available in two ways. One is a hard-wired home charging station that runs off your home’s 220-240-volt electrical circuit. Using one of these chargers – including VinFast’s own Home Charger – can deliver 25 miles of range per hour of charging. In fact, it would take 9-1/2 hours to recharge from 6% to 100% state of charge. All you have to do is plug in your VF8 or VF9 when you get home, and it will be fully charged by the time you head out the next day.

The other type of Level 2 charger is found at various public locations. You can find them at city parking lots, grocery stores, and other retail locations. Recharge rates vary by location. You may find that they are offered for free at several locations, as a courtesy of the store or location.

A growing number of public charging stations run at Level 3. Also known as DC Fast Charging, these high-voltage stations are designed for quick recharges on the go. For the VF8 and VF9, they use a combined plug with a J1772 and CCS connection. The CCS part – the lower two-prong outlet in your VinFast, is where transfer of energy accelerates to add more back to your battery.

In fact, it takes about 25-35 minutes to recharge your VinFast from 10% state of charge to 70% using a public DC Fast Charging station. These stations may charge for their charging services. However, your VinFast App can help manage these charging sessions by loading a payment method, simulating the charging session, and monitoring its progress.

Another type of DC Fast Charging plug is the NACS (North American Charging Standard). This plug type is not on your VinFast, but you can get a third-party adapter for the times when you find yourself at a station that uses the slimmer NACS port.

At Ewing VinFast of Plano, we are here to assist you with your ownership experience – including tips for charging your VF8 or VF9. If you have any further questions, do not hesitate to contact us.

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.

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