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CBS News
6 hours ago
- CBS News
Motorcyclist dies after crashing into SUV in Naperville, Illinois, police say
A motorcyclist was killed after colliding with a sports utility vehicle Thursday night in Naperville, Illinois. Naperville police said officers and fire crews responded to the intersection of Chicago Avenue and Naper Boulevard just after 9:30 p.m. for a crash with injuries. Officers found a blue 2024 Suzuki motorcycle involved in a crash with a grey 2024 VinFast SUV. Despite lifesaving measures, the motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. Police identified him as 26-year-old Dante Fields of Woodridge. Preliminary reports indicated the Suzuki was heading eastbound on Chicago Avenue at a high rate of speed when it entered the intersection at Naper Boulevard on a solid green light. The SUV was turning left from westbound Maple Avenue to southbound Naper Boulevard, at which time the Suzuki struck the passenger side of the SUV. Police said no charges were filed. Investigation into the crash remains ongoing by the Naperville Police Department. Anyone with information about the crash is asked to contact the Naperville Police Department's Traffic Unit at 630-420-8833.
Chicago Tribune
6 hours ago
- Chicago Tribune
Motorcyclist killed Thursday night after colliding with an SUV in Naperville
A motorcyclist was killed Thursday night when he struck an SUV that made a left-hand turn in front of him in the intersection of Naper Boulevard and Chicago/Maple avenues, Naperville police said. Dante Fields, 26, of Woodridge, was pronounced dead at the scene following the collision that occurred shortly before 9:35 p.m., according to a police department news release. Per the preliminary investigation, Fields was driving a 2024 Suzuki motorcycle eastbound on Chicago Avenue at a 'high rate of speed' when he went through the intersection on a green light, the release said. At the same time, the driver of a 2024 VinFast SUV made a left turn from westbound Maple Avenue to southbound Naper Boulevard (Chicago Avenue becomes Maple Avenue just east of Naper Boulevard) and Fields struck the passenger side door, the release said. Life-saving measures were attempted by Naperville police and fire personnel but Fields could not be revived, officials said. The crash remains under investigation and no charges had been filed as of early Friday afternoon. Anyone with information on the incident is asked to call the police department's Traffic Unit at 630-420-8833.
The Sun
15 hours ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
VinFast joins global push into UAE's expanding EV market
HANOI, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire - 20 June 2025 - As the UAE moves steadily toward an electric future, Vietnam's VinFast is establishing its presence, aligning with government ambitions and shifting consumer preferences. Something electric this way comes to the streets of the UAE, as global EV brands are racing to capture the attention of local drivers. These include some from faraway places like Vietnam, as in the case of VinFast, which has been opening showrooms and hosting brand launches in the GCC nations. It's easy to see why this is the case. Market projections show the UAE's electric vehicle market revenue will reach $1.95 billion by 2025[1]. The people also seem ready for a change: A 2024 survey found that 73% of UAE residents want to buy electric cars, with 50% of participants drawn by the promise of advanced technology, improved fuel efficiency (35%), and enhanced safety features[2]. Almost half view electric vehicles as the future of transportation, with 38% planning to purchase one soon. And for some early adopters, that future is already here, with a 23.6% increase in EV charging usage in Dubai by early 2025, according to Dubai's Electricity and Water Authority[3]. The UAE government recognizes this momentum and acts accordingly. Dubai offers free parking for EV owners, provides complimentary Salik tags, and has been expanding charging infrastructure. One expert even suggested creating an EV-only lane on Sheikh Zayed Road if the government wants to achieve its goal of having half of the cars on its roads be electric by 2050[4]. In that context, emerging brands are all vying for a piece of the UAE market, challenging traditional automakers with fresh design languages, high-tech features, and competitive pricing. The upstart VinFast exemplifies this new wave of car manufacturers. In its home market of Vietnam, a country not historically associated with high-tech car manufacturing, VinFast has managed to build an EV supply chain with a 60% localization rate, aiming for 80% by 2026. The brand has recently become Vietnam's best-selling car brand in 2024, thanks to its comprehensive EV ecosystem that includes widespread charging infrastructure and strong after-sales policies. That local appeal has become the launchpad for expansion across the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East. VinFast's VF 8 model represents the brand's international debut, featuring premium design elements and advanced smart technology that align with UAE preferences for both sustainability and luxury. The VF 8 offers competitive performance metrics alongside industry-leading warranty coverage of 10-year/200,000 km vehicle coverage, 10-year/unlimited mileage battery coverage, and comprehensive after-sales support. The vehicle's refined design language and cutting-edge technology package, including a full set of ADAS and 11 airbags, appeal to drivers who view their cars as extensions of their lifestyle choices. More global players will likely enter the UAE market, drawn by government support, consumer enthusiasm, and infrastructure development. The combination creates ideal conditions for brands willing to invest in long-term success. In that context, new EV brands like VinFast, by diving in early, are actively shaping the future of driving in the UAE, proving that electric mobility can deliver both environmental benefits and exceptional experiences.
Malay Mail
15 hours ago
- Automotive
- Malay Mail
VinFast joins global push into UAE's expanding EV market
VinFast officially launched in the Middle East in October 2024. HANOI, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire - 20 June 2025 - As the UAE moves steadily toward an electric future, Vietnam's VinFast is establishing its presence, aligning with government ambitions and shifting consumer electric this way comes to the streets of the UAE, as global EV brands are racing to capture the attention of local drivers. These include some from faraway places like Vietnam, as in the case of VinFast, which has been opening showrooms and hosting brand launches in the GCC easy to see why this is the case. Market projections show the UAE's electric vehicle market revenue will reach $1.95 billion by 2025[1]. The people also seem ready for a change: A 2024 survey found that 73% of UAE residents want to buy electric cars, with 50% of participants drawn by the promise of advanced technology, improved fuel efficiency (35%), and enhanced safety features[2]. Almost half view electric vehicles as the future of transportation, with 38% planning to purchase one soon. And for some early adopters, that future is already here, with a 23.6% increase in EV charging usage in Dubai by early 2025, according to Dubai's Electricity and Water Authority[3].The UAE government recognizes this momentum and acts accordingly. Dubai offers free parking for EV owners, provides complimentary Salik tags, and has been expanding charging infrastructure. One expert even suggested creating an EV-only lane on Sheikh Zayed Road if the government wants to achieve its goal of having half of the cars on its roads be electric by 2050[4].In that context, emerging brands are all vying for a piece of the UAE market, challenging traditional automakers with fresh design languages, high-tech features, and competitive pricing. The upstart VinFast exemplifies this new wave of car its home market of Vietnam, a country not historically associated with high-tech car manufacturing, VinFast has managed to build an EV supply chain with a 60% localization rate, aiming for 80% by brand has recently become Vietnam's best-selling car brand in 2024, thanks to its comprehensive EV ecosystem that includes widespread charging infrastructure and strong after-sales policies. That local appeal has become the launchpad for expansion across the U.S., Europe, and the Middle VF 8 model represents the brand's international debut, featuring premium design elements and advanced smart technology that align with UAE preferences for both sustainability and VF 8 offers competitive performance metrics alongside industry-leading warranty coverage of 10-year/200,000 km vehicle coverage, 10-year/unlimited mileage battery coverage, and comprehensive after-sales support. The vehicle's refined design language and cutting-edge technology package, including a full set of ADAS and 11 airbags, appeal to drivers who view their cars as extensions of their lifestyle global players will likely enter the UAE market, drawn by government support, consumer enthusiasm, and infrastructure development. The combination creates ideal conditions for brands willing to invest in long-term that context, new EV brands like VinFast, by diving in early, are actively shaping the future of driving in the UAE, proving that electric mobility can deliver both environmental benefits and exceptional #VinFast The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
Zawya
15 hours ago
- Automotive
- Zawya
VinFast joins global push into UAE's expanding EV market
HANOI, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire - 20 June 2025 - As the UAE moves steadily toward an electric future, Vietnam's VinFast is establishing its presence, aligning with government ambitions and shifting consumer preferences. Something electric this way comes to the streets of the UAE, as global EV brands are racing to capture the attention of local drivers. These include some from faraway places like Vietnam, as in the case of VinFast, which has been opening showrooms and hosting brand launches in the GCC nations. It's easy to see why this is the case. Market projections show the UAE's electric vehicle market revenue will reach $1.95 billion by 2025[1]. The people also seem ready for a change: A 2024 survey found that 73% of UAE residents want to buy electric cars, with 50% of participants drawn by the promise of advanced technology, improved fuel efficiency (35%), and enhanced safety features[2]. Almost half view electric vehicles as the future of transportation, with 38% planning to purchase one soon. And for some early adopters, that future is already here, with a 23.6% increase in EV charging usage in Dubai by early 2025, according to Dubai's Electricity and Water Authority[3]. The UAE government recognizes this momentum and acts accordingly. Dubai offers free parking for EV owners, provides complimentary Salik tags, and has been expanding charging infrastructure. One expert even suggested creating an EV-only lane on Sheikh Zayed Road if the government wants to achieve its goal of having half of the cars on its roads be electric by 2050[4]. In that context, emerging brands are all vying for a piece of the UAE market, challenging traditional automakers with fresh design languages, high-tech features, and competitive pricing. The upstart VinFast exemplifies this new wave of car manufacturers. In its home market of Vietnam, a country not historically associated with high-tech car manufacturing, VinFast has managed to build an EV supply chain with a 60% localization rate, aiming for 80% by 2026. The brand has recently become Vietnam's best-selling car brand in 2024, thanks to its comprehensive EV ecosystem that includes widespread charging infrastructure and strong after-sales policies. That local appeal has become the launchpad for expansion across the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East. VinFast's VF 8 model represents the brand's international debut, featuring premium design elements and advanced smart technology that align with UAE preferences for both sustainability and luxury. The VF 8 offers competitive performance metrics alongside industry-leading warranty coverage of 10-year/200,000 km vehicle coverage, 10-year/unlimited mileage battery coverage, and comprehensive after-sales support. The vehicle's refined design language and cutting-edge technology package, including a full set of ADAS and 11 airbags, appeal to drivers who view their cars as extensions of their lifestyle choices. More global players will likely enter the UAE market, drawn by government support, consumer enthusiasm, and infrastructure development. The combination creates ideal conditions for brands willing to invest in long-term success. In that context, new EV brands like VinFast, by diving in early, are actively shaping the future of driving in the UAE, proving that electric mobility can deliver both environmental benefits and exceptional experiences. Hashtag: #VinFast The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. VinFast
