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  1. Bodie

    Extra, Extra....Read All About It!

    Please clarify what “modern take on retro colors” means. It sounds like NOT original colors. If so, fine, but I don’t understand the point of having similar to retro colors instead of actual retro colors. Modern paint formulation/ clear coat, sure but why change the color?
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    We own EVs. Ask Us Anything.

    I would put level 0 as a manual transmission car with the clutch in or transmission out of gear - no slowing at all. Unless it detects something ahead, my Audi EV is at level 0 (pure coasting) when I let off the accelerator. It has paddles (and the brake pedal) to engage regen.
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    The Road to Scout Production - All the latest updates in one place...

    I believe Magna Steyr in Austria was contracted for engineering work. They’re probably going to build the mules since Scout doesn’t have a factory yet.
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    What are you driving until release?

    I know, right? My Audi was almost $90k new and I got it for less than $25k so I could get the $4k used EV credit. My buddy got a '22 Model 3 with full self-driving for the same.
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    What are you driving until release?

    I drove a 2014 Cadillac ELR (an EREV before EREVs were cool) for 10 years and planned to keep it until the new Scout came out but with the expected wait and the bargain prices on used EVs, I decided to get a BEV. I’ll be driving this 2019 Audi e-tron until I get a Scout Traveller. I have a...
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    Scout Warns VW Dealers Fighting Direct Sales That It’s Not Playing Around

    I think it's this. As in, We believe we'll win this suit but if we don't, we sure as hell won't be putting them in VW show rooms. They could even put them into Navistar dealers (which just changed its name back to International ICYMI). Then you could buy an International Scout like the good...
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    South Carolina Bill- H. 3777

    I'd like a middle ground that permits manufacturers to sell directly to consumers but only at full MSRP. This would put a cap on some of the dealer shenanigans (like "market adjustments", nitrogen tires, rust proofing, security systems, prep fees, etc.) but still leave them a margin to make a...
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    Kim Java reviews Scout Motors Terra and Traveler at CES

    My guess is they're targeting production beginning early/mid 2027 which would put a few trucks into customer hands in 2027 with possible (likely) production slips to late 2027 with deliveries starting in 2028. Either way, I think it will come out as a 2028 model year. I also wouldn't be...
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    We own EVs. Ask Us Anything.

    My opinion- it’s to create a basic level of EV efficiency no matter how bad/clueless the driver is. I don’t like it because sometimes it’s better to coast and I find it irritating to need to fine tune the pedal position to create coasting. I prefer the car to coast when I let off the accelerator...
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    Harvester Directly Powering Motors?

    And yet, sooooo much barking
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    What 16 Metro's Will Scout Launch?

    I hope San Antonio makes the list but if I’m honest, Austin seems a better fit for EVs and it’s not too far.
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    Accessories Poll For Scouts

    Running boards that stick out far enough to prevent door dings.
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    Traveler Engine Sizing

    I want what you want. This thread contains a lot of that if you want a painful read: https://scoutmotors.community.forum/threads/speculation-alert-possible-harvester-engine-choices.1085/
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    Brake pedal behavior: Preference?

    I want Brake pedal controls regen strength with option for one pedal driving and wheel paddles like my current car has.
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    Entry Model Specs, Premium Model Price?

    Not That I've seen. As far as pricing, my best guess is go look what the new Land Cruiser costs.
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