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

    Phone/Watch entry or keypad. It is nice to be able to lock up your non-waterproof keyfob in a vehicle occasionally. It is also very nice to be able to just open the door when you are not carrying your keys because you are driving something else - but realized your sun glasses are still in the...
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    Gas Powered Range Extender

    I kind of think he misses the point completely with his video. Dodge has the motor it has so it can tow. They did not want a truck that was useless for towing because of the EV range loss. If Scout does not focus entirely on the towing market (and why should they, 1/2 ton trucks are rarely...
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    So, how many reservations so far?

    We are all curious how many reservations are coming in. Not sure what a good number would be. Any hints when Scout might start bragging about the numbers?
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    What is one feature you hope Scout will include that has not yet been shown?

    The refrigerated cool box is a nice idea - but am curious how it will be implemented. I think in theory my glove compartment in my VW is supposed to do that - and I honestly have never noticed or used it as such. I guess cool and cold are very different things. If it is insulated and can keep...
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    How much personalization/modification ability do you want to see in the new Scout?

    I do like the fact that they are already planning on different bumpers. That said, like many things, they are a matter of personal preference, so I hope the allow aftermarket options. I personally have enjoyed ranch hand grill guards and replacement bumpers. All it really takes is saving one...
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    Would you be more inclined to purchase if...

    While I occasionally wish I had a 2nd truck - I need my 3/4 ton, so an ICE Scout really does not interest me that much. Plus, I will never own another truck with only a 5.5' bed. Perhaps if they offered it with a 6' flatbed... But honestly, I am most interested in the EV, not another ICE.
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    What is one feature you hope Scout will include that has not yet been shown?

    The reinforced hard top on my LJ weights about 175lbs with the platform removed first. It is a bit of a hassel to get on and off even with a second adult helping. I am sure I could build a hoist - but honestly I don't really need to remove it. I got it on, that was enough. I did need to...
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    Missing DOT Clearance & Identification lights

    Saw on another forum that a Scout employee confirmed that the body width (without mirrors) is 79.9".
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    Optional full hard top for rack/camping/overlanding

    I have said this in many threads - and given they are doing factory direct sales it should not be a problem. Offer us a hardtop - preferably reinforced and insulated. Virtually every cursed vehicle I have purchased from a dealer has had some sort of sun roof. I DON"T want one. My F250 is my...
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    Getting up to speed with EV tech

    I would seriously bet that the acceleration can be adjusted via software (valet mode, young adult mode, economy mode, sport mode - etc...). Torque is a natural feature of these electric motors. At the end of the day, I suspect it is not all that costly to get - and not much benefit to give up...
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    What is one feature you hope Scout will include that has not yet been shown?

    IIRC I saw a built in compressor in the frunk - not sure how much air it moves - which is a big deal for some off roaders (I have a dual ARB in my LJ, and it is slow compared to a CO2 tank. What I did not see is a hose - but that is easy if the quick disconnect is universal. Any air compressor...
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    Battery Life Cycle

    different chemistries have different expected life cycles. Most life cycles are measure through 80% of initial capacity. I read numbers like 1000, 3000 and 5000 cycles - but I would argue that it depends on the cycles and there will be aging outside of that. But if you consider a cycle to be...
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    Battery tech

    Just a thought - but if there is an eventual battery battery upgrade - perhaps sell a case/system to convert the existing battery to a home backup battery system. It would be useful to some, and help the resale value of the old battery for others. People see the recycling pyramid and only...
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    Ideas for Scout Engineers

    Have rain sensing wipers on my Golf. You might not want to pay for it, but I suspect it is a low production cost option - and VERY convenient. Kind of like saying I don't want to pay for intermittent wipers - accept they work better. I like the concept of the Chevy step on the side of the...
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    Solar Panel Roof

    One other thing to think about is panel efficiency. Panels tend to be more efficient when cooler. Generally cooler requires airflow around the panel - which includes both sides of it. Not saying that panels have never been directly placed on a roof without an air gap for airflow - but it is...
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    Missing DOT Clearance & Identification lights

    Tried to research it, tried to measure my truck. Apparently it was a rare issue before the current generation of super wide trucks - as dually's were about the only ones that required them. The measurement is taken w/o mirrors - and the manufacturers kept the 3/4 ton's just under 80" with...
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    What a Scout Traveler would replace

    My wife asked me that question. I really don't buy vehicles often, I buy vehicles I want, I don't like to part with them for pennies on the dollar. I may never forgive my wife for FORCING me to sell my F150 when I got my F250. I really miss it sometimes (like when my wife borrows my F250 to...
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    Solar Panel Roof

    I agree, generally not worth the effort. But it is a big roof, and you probably could get 1500 watts of panels on it fairly easily. Given that you get a limited number of peak hours a day - it really is not that many miles (say you get 3 miles per kwh, then that is 21ish miles a day. But it...
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    What is one feature you hope Scout will include that has not yet been shown?

    I think my VW headlights are 1200 each - and I have had 2 broken so far. HID is king of headlights - point source, no spill. Plus the mechanical low beam cutoff - perfect cutoff line, no spill. Plus the adaptive headlights that are tied to steering. Only thing it is really missing is auto...
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    List Your 10 Favorite Things About the New Scouts

    Well, I guess that so far they have hit all my must haves. Size - I wanted something at least the size of a Wrangler Unlimited or Bronco Height - I wanted something that looked like an offroad vehicle. Would have preferred 1 more inch - middle of axles higher than running boards. Range - I...
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