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July 15, 2025July 31, 2025

The Right Tires For Your VinFast

When looking to buy new tires for your VinFast, there are a number of factors to take into consideration. Pretty much every major tire brand makes an EV-specific tire, and while some will tell you there’s some marketing magic behind selling EV tires, there are some good reasons to buy them over a normal set of tires.

Carmakers and Their Relationships to Tire Companies

Car companies are beginning to work with tire manufacturers to produce model-specific tires for their cars, and VinFast has undoubtedly gone through rigorous testing to know which tires are the best for the VF8 and VF9. The biggest thing to keep in mind when tire shopping is to look at tires that will carry the load of your car. EVs tend to weigh more than gas-powered cars due to the number of batteries needed to power them.

EVs Not Only Weigh More, But Need Proper Tires for That Load

Remember that EVs are around 10% heavier than an internal combustion car, meaning they will usually have more wear on tires. There is data to support that an EV can go through tires up to 20% faster than a standard car, which is why it’s imperative to choose a tire that supports your car’s load rating. One new type of tire that may be beneficial to some owners is High Load (HL) tires. High Load tires are becoming part of the new standard tires for certain EVs as they can handle more of a vehicle’s overall load. Hl means that it will handle the vehicle’s curb weight plus everything it carries, i.e., passengers, luggage, etc. The VF8 has a tire load index of 103, which means that each tire, when filled to its max psi, can carry 1,929 lbs per tire. Multiply that by four, and you have tires that can handle 7,716 lbs. The VF8 weighs about 5,800 lbs, which means it can carry an extra 1,916 lbs worth of people and stuff. However, that weight can add up quickly.

Why Do EVs Have Less Road Noise?

In general, EVs actually have less road and harsh noises entering the cabin when driving down the road than cars with an internal combustion engine. One of the main reasons why automakers and tire companies want you to buy EV-specific tires is because they are engineered to have lower rolling resistance and allow less road noise into the cabin with a feature called Noise Reduction Technology. This involves tire companies like Goodyear, Michelin, Continental, and more, insulating the tire so that it’s less hollow and/or has different tread patterns, therefore reducing vibrations.

What About UHP Tires?

When it’s time to get new tires for your VF8 or VF9, you should take caution before buying performance-oriented EV tires. There are various electric cars that can benefit from having Ultra-High Performance (UHP) tires. However, many EVs, like VinFast models, don’t really need them, as they can lower the efficiency of your car through extra rolling resistance. Hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and non-performance-oriented EVs do come standard with low-rolling-resistance tires to maximize the vehicle’s fuel mileage or electric range.

So, Which Tires Should You Buy?

While you can try new and different tires for your VinFast, it’s typically best to stick with the same tires that came with your VinFast vehicle at purchase.

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.

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.

Why Choose Ewing VinFast

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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.