Any Update on NADA and Our fight for DTC?

[THil08]

@codythacker and @Jamie@ScoutMotors

Whats the latest on the fight for DTC and NADA? Its been awfully quiet and Im getting a bit nervous. As I’m sure a few others in the community are feeling.

 

[Jamie@ScoutMotors]

No need to be nervous. This will be an ongoing thing for a while in individual states. Keep in mind this isn't an issue for existing states where direct sales are allowed. We will keep everyone up to date as things progress.

 

[THil08]

I know that Rivian is working around NJ franchise law by opening Service centers, that will be selling vehicles. I found this out because one of my uncle's is building the space and that's what they were told. I don't know how legal it is but its always is an option for Scout. And from what I read it seems this is how Rivian is working around franchise laws.

 

[dreamweaver]

No need to be nervous. This will be an ongoing thing for a while in individual states. Keep in mind this isn't an issue for existing states where direct sales are allowed. We will keep everyone up to date as things progress.

Thank you for letting us know. We really what to do pickup at the plant.

 

[dreamweaver]

I know that Rivian is working around NJ franchise law by opening Service centers, that will be selling vehicles. I found this out because one of my uncle's is building the space and that's what they were told. I don't know how legal it is but its always is an option for Scout. And from what I read it seems this is how Rivian is working around franchise laws.

That fits with the language I read for Florida. May be the same for NJ.

 

[cyure]

No need to be nervous. This will be an ongoing thing for a while in individual states. Keep in mind this isn't an issue for existing states where direct sales are allowed. We will keep everyone up to date as things progress.

Thanks Jamie. I appreciate you.

 

[THil08]

That fits with the language I read for Florida. May be the same for NJ.

That might be the easiest way around it, if im being honest. Put retail locations in states that will allow and then put service centers down that will also be able to deliver vehicles.

 

[J Alynn]

No need to be nervous. This will be an ongoing thing for a while in individual states. Keep in mind this isn't an issue for existing states where direct sales are allowed. We will keep everyone up to date as things progress.

@Jamie@ScoutMotors can you or @codythacker post which states the Scouts can clearly be sold in? Some have odd caveats listed so I’m sometimes stumped by which can and can’t. Thanks

 

[cyure]

@Jamie@ScoutMotors can you or @codythacker post which states the Scouts can clearly be sold in? Some have odd caveats listed so I’m sometimes stumped by which can and can’t. Thanks

That would be very helpful.

 

[Tyler88]

That might be the easiest way around it, if im being honest. Put retail locations in states that will allow and then put service centers down that will also be able to deliver vehicles.

Tesla does that in Florida and it works well so if Scout can do the same they should be able to sell direct to consumer with no issues, though Florida dealers are likely going to try to sue anyway even though it’s probably very unlikely for them to win a lawsuit.

 

[dreamweaver]

Tesla does that in Florida and it works well so if Scout can do the same they should be able to sell direct to consumer with no issues, though Florida dealers are likely going to try to sue anyway even though it’s probably very unlikely for them to win a lawsuit.

It's a given they will try.

 

[strider]

That might be the easiest way around it, if im being honest. Put retail locations in states that will allow and then put service centers down that will also be able to deliver vehicles.

This is what Tesla does here in OK. However there is a wrinkle that has to do with how you finance the vehicle that may or may not apply to other states. I had to pick up my last Tesla in Kansas City.

 

[Chavannigans]

It would be pretty cool if Scout had Rallys at launch where buyers can take delivery and spend a weekend camping with Scout employees hitting some trails while they demonstrate features and capabilities for the new owners.

 

[cyure]

It would be pretty cool if Scout had Rallys at launch where buyers can take delivery and spend a weekend camping with Scout employees hitting some trails while they demonstrate features and capabilities for the new owners.

As long as camping means in a place with a bathroom and showers. Oh and a bed. So glamping! That really does sound like a great idea.

 

[Chavannigans]

As long as camping means in a place with a bathroom and showers. Oh and a bed. So glamping! That really does sound like a great idea.

A few rented AirStreams could do the trick and match the Scout vibe.

 

[strider]

I wonder if there is space at the factory to build something like a proving/training course. People could come and take factory delivery (get a tour and such) and get some offroad training as part of the deal. They can then drive home or have it shipped. Similar to how some of the European makers do it.

 

[cyure]

I wonder if there is space at the factory to build something like a proving/training course. People could come and take factory delivery (get a tour and such) and get some offroad training as part of the deal. They can then drive home or have it shipped. Similar to how some of the European makers do it.

Welcome to the community! It sounds like something like that is planned from what I have read. I’m planning on factory delivery at this point and many others are mentioning it as well.

 

[BartMan Terra Total EV]

As long as camping means in a place with a bathroom and showers. Oh and a bed. So glamping! That really does sound like a great idea.

Oh no offense but I disagree. It should be as far away from bathrooms as our Scouts will allow us to go

 

[cyure]

Oh no offense but I disagree. It should be as far away from bathrooms as our Scouts will allow us to go

It doesn’t have to be close. Just within walking distance. And not just a spot behind a tree!

 

[strider]

Welcome to the community! It sounds like something like that is planned from what I have read. I’m planning on factory delivery at this point and many others are mentioning it as well.

Thanks! Looking forward to it. I've been driving Teslas since 2010 (2010 Roadster [sold in 2021], 2012 Model S P85 [sold in 2018], 2018 Model S 100D, 2022 Model X Plaid) and had a deposit down for a Cybertruck but cancelled it - the truck just wasn't what they promised. Rivian makes a nice truck but the cost is high and I can't get over how ugly the grill is. I looked at the Lightning and Silverado but neither moved me (although if I needed a truck today it would be the Silverado). But then I saw the Scout offerings and I knew I had found the answer. They just got so much right, specifically the balance between digital and analog (I HATE how Tesla is doing away with every physical knob and switch - I installed aftermarket stalks on my MXP), pricing and packaging are right where I want them, etc. Let's just hope they can deliver!