For when you want a steak and baked potato on the go
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One of the things I've been linking about the Scout is how well integrated and intentional everything seems to be - in my opinion if the screen were any bigger, vertical, etc... then the focus of the vehicle becomes the screen, something I would rather not focus on.
After searching the forums, I haven't been able to find any official specifications for the dash tray that's shown so prominently in the photos. Many people refer to it as a laptop tray, while others describe it as a place for snacks or lunch. I think that's an important distinction that reservation holders should understand.
If the intent is for it to function as a laptop tray, I'd love to see it engineered with the same rugged philosophy as the rest of the truck. Something with a published weight rating—perhaps 10–15 lbs—or even a folding, self-locking support leg that transfers the load instead of relying solely on the slide-out ABS plastic. That would give passengers confidence using a 5-pound laptop without worrying about damaging the tray over time.
A snack table is certainly a nice convenience, but we've all been finding creative ways to eat in our vehicles for decades. A truly usable laptop workstation, on the other hand, would be a genuine productivity feature. Whether you're working remotely, joining a meeting, answering emails, editing documents, or simply making productive use of travel time while someone else is driving, having a stable workspace for a full-size laptop is a real game changer. Let's face it—not every mile these vehicles travel will be off-road.
If there are official specifications for the tray, I'd appreciate someone pointing me in the right direction.
If Scout Motors is still refining the design, @Jamie@ScoutMotors , I'd love to see this feedback passed along. Please consider making it a truly robust workstation that can confidently support a larger, heavier laptop—not just a lightweight tray intended for snacks. It feels like a small detail that could become one of the vehicle's most appreciated features.
Appreciate this community and all the information everyone shares.
If the intent is for it to function as a laptop tray, I'd love to see it engineered with the same rugged philosophy as the rest of the truck. Something with a published weight rating—perhaps 10–15 lbs—or even a folding, self-locking support leg that transfers the load instead of relying solely on the slide-out ABS plastic. That would give passengers confidence using a 5-pound laptop without worrying about damaging the tray over time.
A snack table is certainly a nice convenience, but we've all been finding creative ways to eat in our vehicles for decades. A truly usable laptop workstation, on the other hand, would be a genuine productivity feature. Whether you're working remotely, joining a meeting, answering emails, editing documents, or simply making productive use of travel time while someone else is driving, having a stable workspace for a full-size laptop is a real game changer. Let's face it—not every mile these vehicles travel will be off-road.
If there are official specifications for the tray, I'd appreciate someone pointing me in the right direction.
If Scout Motors is still refining the design, @Jamie@ScoutMotors , I'd love to see this feedback passed along. Please consider making it a truly robust workstation that can confidently support a larger, heavier laptop—not just a lightweight tray intended for snacks. It feels like a small detail that could become one of the vehicle's most appreciated features.
Appreciate this community and all the information everyone shares.
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