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[J Alynn]

Another possible MR2 sighting? If Toyota doesn't screw this up like everything else they've screwed up in recent years, I'd have one next to the Scout in the garage.
https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a...-might-be-a-spectacular-toyota-mr2-successor/

Looks like a Frankenstein to some degree for testing but the overall look could be pretty appealing. What are the odds they also bring back T-tops so I can have my open air sports car? Really hoping Toyota gets the MR2 right. And keeps it at a reasonable price point. If Mazda can hold Miata pricing Toyota should be able to do the same. Just keep it under $45K at the high end

 

[J Alynn]

Those are two of the only cars I've missed after getting rid of them, my '91 MR2 and my '13 FR-S. If they mix the two together with a bit more power AND a manual transmission, I'm not sure I'd have the willpower to resist.

We might be inline together for that offering

 

[cyure]

Rivian cut costs with the battery pack.

How Rivian Pulled Cost Out of the R2 Battery Pack

Rivian pulled cost out of the R2 battery pack with a bigger cell, floor integration, and simpler venting. The R2 team detailed it in a Munro Live teardown.

riviantrackr.com

 

[robothero]

Next for Rivian.

2027 Rivian Lineup: R2 SUV Is Finally Here—What’s Next?

The all-new Rivian R2 EV SUV is smaller and less expensive than the R1S. The R3 electric hot hatchback is still coming, along with other future Rivian pickup truck and crossover models.

bit.ly

I like the R3 and potentially a R2T, but if they were to branch out from there I really think they have the opportunity to carve out space in the cargo van segment. They've already proven to be winners with the EDV that Amazon has widespread adoption for, I think they could really fill out their offering by going toe to toe with the Ford e-transit, which honestly I don't see many of.

 

[Chuckles]

I like the R3 and potentially a R2T, but if they were to branch out from there I really think they have the opportunity to carve out space in the cargo van segment. They've already proven to be winners with the EDV that Amazon has widespread adoption for, I think they could really fill out their offering by going toe to toe with the Ford e-transit, which honestly I don't see many of.

Hyundai and GM are still collaborating on a midsize EV van. Hyundai is doing the engineering and GM will build it in the USA. Scheduled for 2028, but I haven't seen any updates for a while.

 

[J Alynn]

Scott Keogh article

Commentary: To build on its success, SC must keep thinking big

Scout Motors' $2 billion investment in Blythewood highlights South Carolina's commitment to manufacturing growth, workforce training and building a sustainable, high-impact economic future.

www.postandcourier.com

 

[cyure]

Scott Keogh article

Commentary: To build on its success, SC must keep thinking big

Scout Motors' $2 billion investment in Blythewood highlights South Carolina's commitment to manufacturing growth, workforce training and building a sustainable, high-impact economic future.

www.postandcourier.com

Excellent article and eventually 10,000 jobs. That’s huge!

 

[J Alynn]

Excellent article and eventually 10,000 jobs. That’s huge!

I’m curious how they are getting to 10K based on 4K at plant. That’s a LOT of support jobs even with supplier park, and support parts like tires, batteries, etc…. Guessing they are figuring other support as the city grows too. Interesting to see how it grows and impacts SC and Blythewood area

 

[cyure]

 

[cyure]

Tesla founders

Tesla’s Founders Are Backing The Anti-Cybertruck

Marc Tarpenning and Martin Eberhard dreamed up Tesla, then convinced Elon Musk to fund it. Two decades later, they’re backing TELO, a maker of pint-sized electric trucks.

www.forbes.com

 

[weavahVBC]

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Just saw this & was coming to share: https://www.engadget.com/2221730/apple-maps-will-power-navigation-ford-upcoming-evs/

Interesting quote at the end:
All told, Ford promises that its line of upcoming EVs will be cheaper "than a three-year-old used Tesla Model Y."

 

[speedrye]

I’m curious how they are getting to 20K based on $4K at plant. That’s a LOT of support jobs even with supplier park, and support parts like tires, batteries, etc…. Guessing they are figuring other support as the city grows too. Interesting to see how it grows and impacts SC and Blythewood area

10k or 20k? I saw 10k in the article, and that probably makes sense when you look at the frame manufacturer, Mobis, etc. If you extrapolate out for additional housing needs, restaurants, etc, maybe you could hit 20k, maybe.

 

[J Alynn]

10k or 20k? I saw 10k in the article, and that probably makes sense when you look at the frame manufacturer, Mobis, etc. If you extrapolate out for additional housing needs, restaurants, etc, maybe you could hit 20k, maybe.

Sorry-fat thumb. Meant 10K

 

[J Alynn]

Tesla founders

Tesla’s Founders Are Backing The Anti-Cybertruck

Marc Tarpenning and Martin Eberhard dreamed up Tesla, then convinced Elon Musk to fund it. Two decades later, they’re backing TELO, a maker of pint-sized electric trucks.

www.forbes.com

I like the Telo much better than the Slate but guess we each like what we like. Telo has a good balance look and looks practicable in all the best ways. Been hoping they make it to market

 

[Scout_Lookout]

Oh we absolutely need this at the Scout retail spaces when they open. Off road course for RC Scouts. NEED!

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The Scout team is way ahead of ya! The flier for the event this weekend said this, Visit the Scout Motors Connection Center to see the Scout® Terra™ prototype, meet the team, and test your skills on our off-road RC course.

 

[J Alynn]

10k or 20k? I saw 10k in the article, and that probably makes sense when you look at the frame manufacturer, Mobis, etc. If you extrapolate out for additional housing needs, restaurants, etc, maybe you could hit 20k, maybe.

And as a side note, 5 million square feet seems enormous. That’s a building 500’ x 10,000 feet. I think they typo’d that or that could be the total impervious construction. @Jamie@ScoutMotors any way of confirming if that is quoted correctly? Thanks

 

[Jamie@ScoutMotors]

And as a side note, 5 million square feet seems enormous. That’s a building 500’ x 10,000 feet. I think they typo’d that or that could be the total impervious construction. @Jamie@ScoutMotors any way of confirming if that is quoted correctly? Thanks

Total square footage of all the buildings on the property. Actually pencils out slightly higher.

 

[Scout_Lookout]

The first R2 sold on Cars and Bids for above sticker, but under drive out at $63,500.

https://carsandbids.com/auctions/3BmOVdd4/2027-rivian-r2-performance-awd

 

[speedrye]

And as a side note, 5 million square feet seems enormous. That’s a building 500’ x 10,000 feet. I think they typo’d that or that could be the total impervious construction. @Jamie@ScoutMotors any way of confirming if that is quoted correctly? Thanks

I'd love to know the impervious number because I'm sick like that.

 

[cyure]

The first R2 sold on Cars and Bids for above sticker, but under drive out at $63,500.

https://carsandbids.com/auctions/3BmOVdd4/2027-rivian-r2-performance-awd

Well that just shows don’t count your chickens before they’re hatched and buy something thinking you are going to make tens of thousands of dollars.