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  • From all of us at Scout Motors, welcome to the Scout Community! We created this community to provide Scout vehicle owners, enthusiasts, and curiosity seekers with a place to engage in discussion, suggestions, stories, and connections. Supportive communities are sometimes hard to find, but we're determined to turn this into one.

    Additionally, Scout Motors wants to hear your feedback and speak directly to the rabid community of owners as unique as America. We'll use the Scout Community to deliver news and information on events and launch updates directly to the group. Although the start of production is anticipated in 2026, many new developments and milestones will occur in the interim. We plan to share them with you on this site and look for your feedback and suggestions.

    How will the Scout Community be run? Think of it this way: this place is your favorite local hangout. We want you to enjoy the atmosphere, talk to people who share similar interests, request and receive advice, and generally have an enjoyable time. The Scout Community should be a highlight of your day. We want you to tell stories, share photos, spread your knowledge, and tell us how Scout can deliver great products and experiences. Along the way, Scout Motors will share our journey to production with you.

    Scout is all about respect. We respect our heritage. We respect the land and outdoors. We respect each other. Every person should feel safe, included, and welcomed in the Scout Community. Being kind and courteous to the other forum members is non-negotiable. Friendly debates are welcomed and often produce great outcomes, but we don't want things to get too rowdy. Please take a moment to consider what you post, especially if you think it may insult others. We'll do our best to encourage friendly discourse and to keep the discussions flowing.

    So, welcome to the Scout Community! We encourage you to check back regularly as we plan to engage our members, share teasers, and participate in discussions. The world needs Scouts™. Let's get going.


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    What is one feature you hope Scout will include that has not yet been shown?

    One thing about Buc-ee's that many people aren't aware of: You have to eat in your car. There is no seating. If you're looking for a break from sitting in your car, it's probably not the place.
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    Factory Pick Up - Cost and what does it include?

    Porsche does this with their app. https://www.porsche.com/stories/experience/track-your-dream-follow-your-porsche-build/
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    Extra, Extra....Read All About It!

    Like EVs, hybrids also lose fuel efficiency when it’s cold, AAA study finds (From Automotive News) Like electric vehicles, hybrids also lose more fuel efficiency on a freezing day than a sweltering one. But hybrids have an advantage over EVs when it’s cold — thanks, in part, to their internal...
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    A less screen, focused layout

    VW used one of the SD slots for the nav system info.
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    Extra, Extra....Read All About It!

    Android Auto Updates: Full-Screen View, More AI, In-Car Video https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a71293887/2026-android-auto-updates-full-screen-widgets-video-gemini/
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    A less screen, focused layout

    You can still get a CD player in a Subaru WRX. It's $450 and mounted in the center console. I like the setup in my 2019 Golf. There's a CD player and a SD slot in the glove box. I never use the CD player, but I keep a SD card loaded with several hundred songs in it.
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    A less screen, focused layout

    I agree, the Metallica DVD-Audio is awesome. Unfortunately, I never got the Eagles one. I do have the Beach Boys "Pet Sounds", Roy Orbison's "Black and White Night" and The Doors "LA Woman". All are amazing! My Lexus LC500 is capable of playing some DVD-Audio discs, which was a pleasant surprise.
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    Extra, Extra....Read All About It!

    Maybe they're talking about a Stroppe edition Bronco? MSRP is $70K.
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    Thou Shalt Fail Fast: Ford’s 12 Electrifying EV Commandments https://www.motortrend.com/news/ford-12-electrifying-ev-commandments
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    What other aspects of the BEV should the video be focusing on? The 350-mile range was mentioned. If 85% of reservations are for Harvesters, doesn't it make sense to devote more time to them? Until we can compare pricing, performance, and towing numbers between the EREV and BEV, the Harvesters...
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    Shopping for a “new” BEV while waiting for the Scout Traveler BEV.

    2022-25 Hummers have CarPlay and Android Auto. They were dropped for 2026.
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    Volkswagen overtakes Amazon as Rivian’s (RIVN) largest shareholder with 15.9% stake https://electrek.co/2026/05/05/volkswagen-rivian-stake-15-percent-largest-shareholder/
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    There's no way to make a vehicle in the USA that's worthy of the Scout name for $30k or less. A rebadged VW Taos could be done, but it would have no capabilities without serious upgrades and a $40k+ price tag. Tidy dimensions for the trails, though (175.8–175.9 inches in length, 72.5 inches in...
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    Is the Squat Look a Real Photo or AI Generated?

    Post in thread 'Off Road Performance' https://community.scoutmotors.com/threads/off-road-performance.2401/post-31436