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  1. JohnBills

    EV focused suggestions

    That would be cool if the fob had some kind of utility to it, like a multitool that's also a fob. It has the backup key, but could also have a flathead, a Phillips head, maybe a light. I'm not sure the exact tools at the moment, but a multitool fob sounds rad.
  2. JohnBills

    Scout 80 5-9-2023

    I love the off-center logo on the tailgate. What app do you use to make your sketches?
  3. JohnBills

    Why do you like to go off-road?

    I'll chime in first! The first off-road adventures I remember were the whole family bouncing down the back roads of Big Cottonwood Canyon, Utah in a 1987 Ford LTD station wagon. It was definitely not outfitted for such a place but somehow my dad willed it through ravines and over rocks. I just...
  4. JohnBills

    Why do you like to go off-road?

    What is it about taking a vehicle down a bumpy dirt road that you love? Why do you want to do it? What keeps you going back? Aside from all this discussion about removable tops, wheels, colors, buttons, and screens, can you distill down to the basics why you love an off-road adventure? I just...
  5. JohnBills

    So what does everyone think of the first new Scout designs...

    I respect a person who knows what they like.
  6. JohnBills

    What kind of tech do you expect enabled in the car or interface?

    Another thing I'd love to see is plug-and-charge capability. Right now the screens at EA chargers are very inconsistent and the I also get inconsistent performance with the app. If I could just plug in to start charging and make my payment without pushing any buttons, I'd be a happy scout. This...
  7. JohnBills

    What kind of tech do you expect enabled in the car or interface?

    I'm sure it's been brought up, but a discussion in another thread led me to making sure it's posted here. I would love to see Scout push advancements in V2X tech. Yes, I'd love to power my worksite and campsite, but I'd also love to save on my electric bill with vehicle-to-home capabilities. I...
  8. JohnBills

    What If?

    V2X tech is the one of the great differentiators from ICE vehicles, I believe. I have a Genesis GV60 and Chevy Bolt EUV. The Bolt sits in the garage 90% of the time and I lament that its 65kWh battery just sits there. I'd love it if it could store power from my solar panels and then power my...
  9. JohnBills

    Welcome and Introductions!

    Very cool background in EVs. Excited for your contributions to the forum!
  10. JohnBills

    What If?

    If there are multiple cameras then I would love to be able to choose to record when I'm on a trail or taking on a particular obstacle. Then using AI editing, like Adobe and Apple offer, I can select the event I just recorded and it cuts together a brief highlight video from the multiple angles...
  11. JohnBills

    What If?

    I've seen articles that suspect Apple will open up its MagSafe standards to other devices. If it gains more universal use I'd love to see MagSafe in vehicles. I'd love to charge my phone but have the magnet to keep it from sliding around. I'm not an engineer and I know magnets aren't cheap but...
  12. JohnBills

    Norra 1000 Congratulations!

    These photos are great. So glad Scout sponsored this. I can't wait for the photos of the legacy models next to the new generation. That's just going to look cool. @Chris@ScoutMotors did you get to attend that race at all?
  13. JohnBills

    Welcome and Introductions!

    So great to have you here!
  14. JohnBills

    How much personalization/modification ability do you want to see in the new Scout?

    The choice for no AC in the base Bronco was bonkers. I agree that decision fatigue is problematic and part of Tesla's success is that their options are very limited making the order process incredibly simple. Customizing a Porsche or an Audi would be exciting but when I've tried it online, the...
  15. JohnBills

    What do you love or hate about other off-road vehicles

    Thanks for this level of response. Very insightful.
  16. JohnBills

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

    I love coming up with code names! Code name ideas for the Scout platform: Scoutboard BOFE (Body-on-Frame Electric) or just BFE (to go with PPE) ELC (Electric Ladder Chassis) or LCE (Ladder Chassis Electric) REL (Rugged Electric Ladder) RPE (Rugged Platform Electric) RFE (Rugged Frame Electric)...
  17. JohnBills

    Scout design 4-23-2023

    Oh yeah! I remember that. It was kind of like Rivian's gear tunnel but it was lengthwise instead of widthwise. Pretty cool!
  18. JohnBills

    Internal Storage Solutions

    I don't think any EV on the market has put the spare in the frunk yet (but I could be wrong). That would be an intriguing location and definitely unique. Might also be easier to access versus under the false floor where all the gear will have to be unloaded to access it.
  19. JohnBills

    What do you love or hate about other off-road vehicles

    I loved the 4Runner growing up. Felt like the perfect size to me.