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  1. Cranky Canuck

    We own EVs. Ask Us Anything.

    The charge port door on my Ioniq 5 is similar and also opens upward but it really doesn't offer much protection. Snow and stuff still gets in there and if there's any wind the rain will too. But it's still not a big deal. Also this is just the concept vehicle, I would expect the production...
  2. Cranky Canuck

    Switching Harvester to All EV Model?

    A lot of people seem to assume battery technology is advancing more rapidly than it actually is. Lithium ion batteries and the various chemistries that entails are progressing and being developed at a good pace but it's not like an EV bought today will be hopelessly outclassed by an EV bought...
  3. Cranky Canuck

    We own EVs. Ask Us Anything.

    We're an all-EV household and have been since 2017 and i've never experienced nor heard of heavy rain or wind driven rain impacting anyone's ability to charge. The charging equipment is designed to be weatherproof and it's meant for consumers so it's pretty dummy-proof too. Unless you're...
  4. Cranky Canuck

    Switching Harvester to All EV Model?

    I've found no evidence anywhere to back up your numbers. I found out that NJ's prices are going up between 17% and 20% this coming June depending on which utility you're with and that those new rates will be in effect for one year so I'm not sure where you're getting this "every 3 months"...
  5. Cranky Canuck

    Switching Harvester to All EV Model?

    Okay well I like to live in the real world with facts and data so I'll do the math for you. According to this the average price for electricity in New Jersey is $0.1672/kWh. https://electricityrates.com/new-jersey/ So a 20% increase would mean the rates will go up to $0.2006/kWh We don't...
  6. Cranky Canuck

    Will harvester models be "maintenance free" like their EV siblings?

    Having owned a plug-in hybrid in the past which is similar in use case to what the Harvester will be, there will be at a minimum annual oil changes. These will be along with the usual filters, coolants, and other stuff that will need replacing at regular intervals. The maintenance for the...
  7. Cranky Canuck

    Switching Harvester to All EV Model?

    Can you expand on the math here? How did you arrive at those numbers? Where I live a tank of gas costs about $60 and gives about the same amount of range as a full battery. A full battery costs me $1.56 in electricity if I charge overnight. Even if I charge at the most expensive peak rate it's...
  8. Cranky Canuck

    Canada Support

    I appreciate your concern but we're good. You can try to hurt my feelings but I'll just go to the doctor to get them checked for free.
  9. Cranky Canuck

    User programmable starting option

    It's likely not necessary, EVs typically don't get stolen because the overseas markets don't have charging infrastructure. That will be even more true when all EVs in North America have NACS connectors (which Scout will have) because that particular plug is only a thing here in North America...
  10. Cranky Canuck

    Canada Support

    I feel sad for you.
  11. Cranky Canuck

    Charge port at front, passenger side

    I mean, sure but the tank location doesn't really matter that much, they can get the fuel to where it's needed. That's what pipes are for lol
  12. Cranky Canuck

    Canada Support

    Yeah, I don't feel the need to carry a pew pew in my vehicles so that will never be a problem. People are generally friendly and interested, they're curious and I'm happy to help them learn why EVs are better. I've never felt threatened or anything. I guess we just live very differently. Here in...
  13. Cranky Canuck

    Canada Support

    I'm keeping my reservation. 2028 is a long way away and a lot can happen. I don't think Canada will tariff these vehicles, we aren't stupid. We'll see what happens. As for repairs I've owned enough EVs over the years to not be too worried about it. A lot of stuff can be done at local garages...
  14. Cranky Canuck

    Charge port at front, passenger side

    Ideally Scout would move the charging port to where the Harvester fuel door is and put the fuel door where the charging port currently is on the concept cars.
  15. Cranky Canuck

    Scout Supply Merchandise Live

    Driving shoes? I usually just wear whatever's on my feet, boots in the winter and shoes in the summer. Scout could partner with Vessi, good Canadian brand!
  16. Cranky Canuck

    Resale Value/Depreciation

    Well I mean if there's bits that get damaged from rock hits and stuff those will start to rust so you'll still maybe want to coat them like you did on your Jeep but hopefully the Scout will be designed so that won't be necessary.
  17. Cranky Canuck

    Now that America has become great, where will Scout Motors rank on this chart?

    "accidentally ended up at the Kia dealership" :LOL: :ROFLMAO: Did you just trip and fall into one!? hahahah love it!
  18. Cranky Canuck

    Resale Value/Depreciation

    Short answer is no. In all likelihood Scout will apply an anti-rust coating at the factory as has been standard automotive practice for a couple of decades now. The steel components usually get hot-dip zinc galvanized while I think the aluminum components are usually just painted? Either way...
  19. Cranky Canuck

    Resale Value/Depreciation

    Oh really? Ouch, that sucks for you all then! Hopefully Scout will interpret that to be "powertrain".
  20. Cranky Canuck

    Resale Value/Depreciation

    I haven't lost a car to rust since the 90's when all the car makers started hot-dip galvanising them but a long warranty on suspension components and the electronics would be nice.
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