RIDEVU – Ewing VinFast of Plano

July 10, 2025July 31, 2025

How VinFast Software Updates Have Transformed the Car

Because VinFast is a young company with only two vehicles currently on sale in the United States, they have had some bugs to take care of. Customers have been vocal on social media, and VinFast has always been eager to listen and use those critiques to better the overall package for current and future owners.

EVs Provide an Easier Way to Update Vehicle Technology

Most companies will take years to fully flesh out issues and provide meaningful updates to the user experience. Much of that has to do with the fact that gas-powered cars typically have more issues with engines and suspension than just a software glitch, making it more challenging to fix every car in a timely manner. This is where VinFast, and EVs in general, have an advantage thanks to OTA updates, or over-the-air updates.

Previous Update Features

Some previous OTA updates saw the free addition of Sony RIDEVU, new regenerative braking modes, better charging efficiency, more accurate range information, and automatic setting saving that would typically revert back to the base setting after restarting the car. OTA updates also included Pet Mode, an indicator that displays the amount of charge going to the battery, equalizer tuning for the sound system, and more.

Owners Really Love VinFast Service Centers

When you look at the list of previous updates and upgrades that have been made to the cars, it shows that VinFast cares about the user experience. Owners in online groups and forums have routinely commented on how kind and helpful every service technician has been when they have needed to take their car to be serviced or have an update performed by the dealer, with many specifically saying how easy and painless VinFast has made the process.

Out of Spec Motoring Experience

Furthermore, Francie from Out of Spec Motoring has been vocal in blogs and YouTube videos about how updates have completely transformed the experience of owning her VF8, which she drove from North Carolina to Colorado. As she has noted, none of the issues with her car were ever anything catastrophic or things that would make the vehicle unsafe to operate. Instead, just little quirks here and there that have become non-issues with updates.

A World Class Warranty

One of the other reasons to look at getting into a VinFast vehicle is the company’s incredible warranty. Whether you are looking at getting a VF8 or the 3-row VF9, you will have the advantage of an industry-leading 10-year, 125,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a 10-year, unlimited-mile battery warranty. There is simply no other company that is proving to prospective buyers that they care about customers quite like VinFast does.

Why You Should 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.

August 15, 2024August 27, 2024

VinFast VF8 Interior Prioritizes the Driver

Cars in the modern era feature so many different distractions for drivers. There’s an infotainment screen, sometimes a thousand buttons, or an extra screen in place of the buttons. Then, there is an entire gauge cluster display, a thousand chimes, and bongs that all mean something different. The VinFast VF8, however, prioritizes the driver and their comfort.

One Screen to Rule Them All

Instead of a mile of displays across the dashboard, the VF8 gives the driver and passenger just one screen to worry about, a standard 15.6-inch touchscreen display that not only shows all of the pertinent information while driving but also the ability to customize the display and what apps and widgets you prefer to be displayed and where on the screen. It is very much like an iPhone or Android smartphone. This way, you know exactly where to reach when you need to go into a program like your navigation maps or search through your podcasts and music.

HUD Is Standard Here

Also standard on all VinFast VF8 trim levels is a beautiful head-up display that gives drivers precisely what they need to see. This includes the vehicle’s speed, range, navigation information, and more. A HUD is the ultimate safety feature that so few EVs include. For instance, Rivian, VW, and others do not offer a head-up as standard, nor is it even an optional extra on any of their electric models. Statistically speaking, when there is less need to look around the cabin of your vehicle or just glance down at your speed for a second, there are fewer chances that you will be involved in a traffic accident.

Sony RIDEVU

Another feature that is overlooked is in-car entertainment. With RIDEVU by Sony Pictures Entertainment, your VF8 becomes a movie theater for all occupants. If the vehicle is parked, you can watch up to 2,000 different Sony movies and TV shows right on the in-car display. While driving, passengers can use the in-car WiFi to access the RIDEVU app on their phone, tablet, or laptop to watch content. Another fact is that there is less noise and distractions from passengers, which also drastically reduces the number of accidents on the roads.

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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.