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@Jamie@ScoutMotors Quick HotShot of Question, Will the Scout mirrors be pretty much the size they are on the concepts? because personally I'm a big fan of bigger than standard side mirrors. They offer a lot more view clearing up blind spots, compared to today's standards.
 
just curious, what does the Kia have under the hood??? I know we have a frunk....for now...
You good? Or just a massive Debby Downer?

If you don’t like that Scout is 2 years out, then find another car to buy. Scout doesn’t need to tell us every lick of information, until they’re ready. That the glorious thing about being a private company, and not being publicly traded not having quarterly meetings out for the public. Is they don’t need to tell the public anything until they’re ready are ready.
 
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You good? Or just a massive Debby Downer?

If you don’t like that Scout is 2 years out, then find another car to buy. Scout doesn’t need to tell us every lick of information, until they’re ready. That the glorious thing about being a private company, and not being publicly traded not having quarterly meetings out for the public. Is they don’t need to tell the public anything until they’re ready are ready.
na, just wondering what they have under the hood...you ok????...p.s. I have my 78 scout to keep me busy
 
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just curious, what does the Kia have under the hood??? I know we have a frunk....for now...

The Kia has the same drivetrain as the new Hyundai Palisade. And yes, it is located under the hood, because it is front engined.

A 287 Horsepower NA 3.5L V6, or a the 329Horsepower hybrid system with a 2.5L Turbo Inline 4, 2 electric motors and a ~.8kwh battery.

That said, the beltline/hood height is higher than is necessary for the vehicle, and the engine is set down from where the hood opens by more than is normal. But nothing else is under there (no frunk, as its not an EV).
 
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na, just wondering what they have under the hood...you ok????...p.s. I have my 78 scout to keep me busy
Yeah actually i am. Im just wondering about you after seeing a few comments you also have made on other threads thats all. And that you made the comment of “I Know we have a frunk….for now…” that seems like your annoyed about having a frunk.
 
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There is actually a big difference between the two. Look at the space below the center screen. The Scout has obvious physical controls (dials, buttons, and switches).
Good point. Scouts just feels right because at reveal they showed original Scouts and then the new to show how they took the linear theme and certain elements and carried them across 40 years. These other vehicles don’t have that vehicle history/connection so I think that is why it seems better and original to the others that seem like copycat efforts
 

This is what we like to see, people getting trained already. Almost exactly when Scott said they would begin training from the Holiday Special. Which I hope we are getting again this year. @Jamie@ScoutMotors
 
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It all hinges on whether SC changes their anti DTC law or not.

After watching that hearing in the SC legislature eatlier this year that Cody Thacker and several others attended, it sure looked to me like the dealer lobby has a tight stranglehold on the legislature.
This topic comes up frequently, however I have to speak out on it from time to time just to get it off my chest. I wrote my state representative again last night and will continue to voice my opinion of DTC sales in SC until my new Scout is in my garage. Unfortunately, in South Carolina, citizens do not have the power to initiate a referendum or ballot measure for a vote on state law. It is one of 24 states that does not have the citizen initiative or popular referendum process. If a referendum could make it to our ballots, I am quite certain our franchise laws would get changed. As it stands, only our legislators can initiate statewide referendums. The following article is well written and helpful in building a case for DTC in any states with similar franchise laws. Please keep putting pressure on our lawmakers.

https://palmettopromise.org/south-c...of-time-in-2025-should-it-be-revived-in-2026/

I don't know if it is possible, but if non-SC citizens can express their desire to pick up their Scout in SC and tour the area it may help our state leaders to hear from the outside. If you can 't write directly to our lawmakers, maybe through other channels like state tourism...

https://discoversouthcarolina.com/

If there is someone knowledgeable on state law, maybe petitioning our state leaders to get this on our ballot and let the people speak. A petition from Scout Motors or other auto manufacturer will not get the same results as a citizen led petition.
 
I to take a random window shopping online of Rivian New and Used vehicles. but it's mainly every few months, ever since the EV Tax Credit dropped, it seems Rivian's prices have dropped, from the last time I was on it. Seems to be a bit more reasonable of pricing, considering its more of a luxury Off-Roader Ish vehicle. The market is finally leveling out it seems.
 
You are Mr. doom and gloom. Your passive-aggressive frunk comment is obvious. You constantly complain in your posts, often about things that can't be changed. I'm glad someone finally called you out.
OK boys, or girls don't get you panties in a bunch, deal with it!!!...called me out, wow them fighting words where I'm from,ez tough guy..
 
This topic comes up frequently, however I have to speak out on it from time to time just to get it off my chest. I wrote my state representative again last night and will continue to voice my opinion of DTC sales in SC until my new Scout is in my garage. Unfortunately, in South Carolina, citizens do not have the power to initiate a referendum or ballot measure for a vote on state law. It is one of 24 states that does not have the citizen initiative or popular referendum process. If a referendum could make it to our ballots, I am quite certain our franchise laws would get changed. As it stands, only our legislators can initiate statewide referendums. The following article is well written and helpful in building a case for DTC in any states with similar franchise laws. Please keep putting pressure on our lawmakers.

https://palmettopromise.org/south-c...of-time-in-2025-should-it-be-revived-in-2026/

I don't know if it is possible, but if non-SC citizens can express their desire to pick up their Scout in SC and tour the area it may help our state leaders to hear from the outside. If you can 't write directly to our lawmakers, maybe through other channels like state tourism...

https://discoversouthcarolina.com/

If there is someone knowledgeable on state law, maybe petitioning our state leaders to get this on our ballot and let the people speak. A petition from Scout Motors or other auto manufacturer will not get the same results as a citizen led petition.
That is a great article, thanks for sharing it. I’m unclear though if the ban is for SC residents only, or includes those of us out of state who will come to pick their Scout.