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VinFast prototypes reveal new premium features and autonomous driving hardware
New prototype vehicles from VinFast have been spotted in Vietnam, suggesting upcoming technological upgrades for the brand's electric vehicle lineup.
A VinFast VF 8 prototype, identified by its central display as the 'VF 8 Premium', has surfaced with several new features. These include an electric-adjustable front passenger seat with side-mounted controls and a driver-side mirror housing featuring a hand-shaped logo, which may indicate card-based door unlocking capabilities similar to Tesla vehicles. While the exterior and powertrain appear consistent with current models, these interior and convenience upgrades suggest a higher-tier trim level.
Additionally, a VinFast VF 6 has been observed in Hanoi equipped with specialized hardware for advanced driver assistance systems. The vehicle features LiDAR sensors mounted on the roof and sides, along with supplementary cameras positioned below the standard ADAS camera. This hardware configuration is typically used to test high-level autonomous driving technologies, utilizing laser scanning to create 3D maps and improve object detection.
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The VF 6 prototype features additional cameras below the original ADAS camera setup.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The VF 8 prototype features a hand-shaped logo on the driver-side mirror housing, potentially for card-based door unlocking. autopro.com.vn
- [● 2 SOURCES] A VinFast VF 8 prototype displays the name 'VF 8 Premium' on its central screen. autopro.com.vn
- [● 2 SOURCES] The VF 8 prototype includes a front passenger seat with electric adjustments and side-mounted control buttons. autopro.com.vn
- [○ 1 SOURCE] A VinFast VF 6 prototype spotted in Hanoi is equipped with LiDAR sensors on the roof and sides.