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  1. mrgold35

    Rechargeable Key Fob

    I use rechargeable AA and AAA batteries at work and home. They last +6 years minimum; but, I need to recharge them every few months for my remotes compared to going 2X-5X longer with Alkaline or Li-io versions.
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    Is there anything that would make you switch from the BEV to the EREV?

    I'm thinking the EREV I.C.E. will be very similar to I.C.E., hybrid, and PHEVs (assuming timing chain and normal operation excluding heavy towing): - once a year oil & filter change (not sure if Scout would have an oil change scheduled based on run hours and/or calendar time) - 100,000 miles or...
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    Real Bench Seat

    That is what I'm hoping with the front bench seat of the Scout.
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    As we get closer to launch. Feature Requests & Real‑World Feedback for Scout

    I have two hybrid awd vehicles with rear twin electric motors. It does the same with disconnecting the electric motors with a clutch pack for neutral mode when only the front V-6 is needed (usually at +75 mph). I have to use a flat bed to tow if I have an issue. Did a quick Google search and...
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    As we get closer to launch. Feature Requests & Real‑World Feedback for Scout

    I think there is a physical connection directly to the wheels from the electric motor(s) that can't be disconnected for electric vehicles? There would have to be a gear box or a clutch pack with a neutral setting in between the electric motors and wheels for 4 wheels down or dolly towing...
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    Rechargeable Key Fob

    I could go 4-6 years on my old key fobs for the vehicles I had back +15 years ago. It has really reduced down to +/-3 years replacing my fob CR2032 batteries on my 2018 and 2019 vehicles (if one battery is weak, replace both fob batteries). Way more electronics on my newer vehicles with...
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    Real Bench Seat

    I like the ideal of the front bench seat with fold down console option for holding drinks, elbow rest w/ padding, maybe USB plugs, and some extra storage. I'm fine with it being 2 pieces with the hard stationary backing that doesn't fold down like in the photos above. Most 2nd row bench seat...
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    Scout Traveler Spirit of '26

    I didn't see a lot of large vehicles in England, France, or Italy when I vacationed last year? Probably a compact-to-mid size wagon size was the largest I've seen at most for the narrow/crowded streets and tight parking spots (a few more Range Rovers in England). The Scout Traveler EREV would...
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    Please no erev!

    Check out the article in post #52. Dodge has a 91.8 kWh battery pack with 69.7 kWh is usable in providing 145 miles of EPA range. Also, check out this YouTube on how Dodge is using the hybrid powertrain. The extra 10%-20% battery kWh is used for reserve to maintain hp/tq/EPA close as it can...
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    Please no erev!

    I might have stated it incorrectly. The Ram EREV has a 92 kWh battery pack; but, 70 kWh is usable for for 145 mile EV unladen range. Once you start to tow, the Ram can pull on the other 22 kWh in reserve as needed along with the V-6 with the 27 gallon gas tank. I think the reason behind the...
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    Phone cooler

    Does iPhone have thick case or does the case have any metal for magnetic holder? I also have the larger 13 Max model and not sure if that size works better for keeping things a little cooler with more surface area compared to the smaller iPhones? Anything in the 90s degree F is considered a...
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    Phone cooler

    I live in the southwest with triple digits temps this week. Normal to have interior temps of +110 degrees F temps inside vehicles that are parked side outside all day (window tint + windshield shade are must haves). The wife and I have round metal magnetic finger holder on the back of our...
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    Ventilated/heated seats even with bench seat.

    My mpgs really go down to the very low 20s compared to upper 20s on my mild hybrid when temps get below freezing. I use the I.C.E. more and way less EV only mode. Seems like it take more battery pack power to run the 1-4 heated seats, side mirror/rear defroster, heated windshield, and heated...
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    Please no erev!

    I've heard Dodge EREV is also using a larger battery pack and that capacity is unlocked and used ONLY during towing. The pure EV range and full battery capacity is reduced in normal driving.
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    Please no erev!

    I still take several stretch, bathroom, snack, shopping, or lunch breaks with my SUV hybrid with +450 mile minimum range. I rather stop when I want to instead of having to stop because of lack of gas range or EV battery power. I took a trip over the 4th of July weekend from ABQ, Denver, and...
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