Is anyone that has reserved the harvester model considering switching to the all EV model? Especially those that live in California?
Switching Harvester to All EV Model?
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It would depend on range. 500 m full EV and, absolutely. I have 400 now, typically see around 375.
Unless you are long hauling or too impatient to add a 1/2 hour or so to an occasional long trip I’m not sure why you wouldn’t go with full EV for all the benefits and conveniences.
I originally reserved the harvester model primarily out of EV ignorance. I didn't see myself being ready for full EV anytime in the near future. This forum has helped me learn about the capabilities of the EV and learn from those who have actually experienced EVs. From this I have determined that for me the full EV is a better fit for me personally. Full EV may not be for everyone and there is still a lot of the specs that are yet to be determined but Scout Motors is definitely on the right track.
In California and originally reserved EV but switched to Harvester. Reason being ability to tow and ski trips because the Sierras aren't full of chargers. That said in ~3 years time the charge infrastructure might have improved, Harvester is such an expensive option I determine it's not worth the cost, or I just simply get over those concerns, and just go back to EV.
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Currently, I own an ICE vehicle that provides 400 miles of range, and a Hybrid that gives 600 miles. Consequently, I am faced with a dilemma regarding the optimal Scout model selection. I anticipate that within the next year or so, we may have finalized capacities and range figures that will assist in this decision-making process.
I was in the exact same boat 2 years ago when I jumped on here (though EREV wasn’t even an option ?
I switched my Terra from Harvester to EV. Don't need the EREV cost, complexity, or range.
J Alynn,
I've been on a the fence a bit, but for me, the journey from say Spokane WA to Vancouver WA is only about 400 miles, so I could do it with the BEV with a charge along the way (and there are good DCFC along the way). However, you have to cross the mountains, and I'm too worried that during the winter, you could get stuck on a closed pass, with 20% of the battery left while the road is closed for 12 hours while they clear avalanches and I'd rather start that part of the journey "loaded for bear" with as much potential energy (as well as other supplies like water, blankets, books) before we start climbing into the mountains.
That's one of two reasons why i LOVE the harvester approach. It lets me put the vast majority of my miles using 11c/kWh electricity, but have unlimited range for longer trips and power outages.
If I switch back to EV, and I really might, it'll be for those reasons.
Scott says Harvester makes Scout a 50 state vehicle. What that really means is besides specific use cases like towing it's really there for states with slower EV adoption rates by wiping typical objections (range anxiety, charge infrastructure anxiety, must-have-ICE culture, etc.) off the table. Of all markets that should be able to make EVs work, the SF Bay Area where I'm located has to be at the top of the list. Honestly that argument alone should have me switch Harvester back to EV right now lol but thankfully no rush.
I’m considering it, but I also love spending money I don’t have on repairs and gas, so I don’t know. Let’s see how things go.
I tow and haul regularly, currently with a crew cab 454 2500 lol.
But it's all within 100 miles, except a once a year trip to Michigan's UP, 350 miles, that I just use our Gladiator for anyway.
For the 1800 people who live in BFE Idaho, I understand the infrastructure isn't there, but I look out the window of my office and see two Raptors, a TRX, countless Tahoes, Silverado's, F-150's... And all these people never haul a thing, and all live closer to work than me lol.
I’m not familiar with the elevation changes in that part of the country. But, don’t forget that downhill you regain quite a bit of energy.
I thought it was EBF. So you are saying East goes at the end???? All these years I’ve been wrong-who knew?
Sorry. I’m on vacation right now so less stress means more twisted humorYikes.
Currently, I own a hybrid that provides 400 miles of range and a BEV that gives 300 miles (when it is warm). I have a similar dilemma, @dreamweaver . So, I am taking the same approach as you and waiting on final specs before considering a switch.
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