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"He reportedly filed a criminal complaint that Donut Lab’s promises of energy density and longevity have been overstated and that the company lacks the production capacity previously claimed."
 
Do you just leave a hole in the hood otherwise? A faux vent that could be replaced with the tie downs? Maybe we could mount crosshairs for easier pedestrian targeting? A fold-down windshield anchor on a later remodel with a removable top?

I'm perfectly fine losing them. They'll be a pain to clean around and they're only attached to the hood, not exactly confidence inspiring for legitimate tie downs, but if you're stabilizing a kayak or something, I guess they won't see much load.
No, just a different insert. One that is flatter, smoother, and not a tie down. Just a relatively flat trim piece.
 
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I've tried to keep up with the Donut Lab reports. So far, the general feel is high skepticism, but nothing is technically been proved. They have been careful with which tests have been performed - and while I don't think they have hit Donut Lab's claims, they have not been actually bad either. But since the tests have been very specific, they really have not answered many questions.
 
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