Scout Concepts are coming home April 18-20, 2026

[Jamie@ScoutMotors]

@Jaime@ScoutMotors are there any other features on the concept vehicles that will not make production?
So far we know the side lights will not actually be a hole in the quarter panels
and handle lights won't make it.....

There will still be lights in the quarter panels like the concepts, but they will have a bezel around them to keep the elements out and to avoid alignment issues. They look virtually identical to the concept otherwise.

The hood tie-downs might not make it either. Lots of debate around snow, ice, people trying to tie too much weight to them, reinforcing them properly as part of the hood and on and on. Let's see what happens there.

It is still early enough that I don't want to rule anything out. The production version looks virtually identical to the concepts. Mostly small changes for DOT lights/reflectors, some aero dynamic tweaks and a few other things. I walked past a full-size painted mockup of the production version and didn't notice anything different until someone told me.

 

[Scout_Lookout]

There will still be lights in the quarter panels like the concepts, but they will have a bezel around them to keep the elements out and to avoid alignment issues. They look virtually identical to the concept otherwise.

The hood tie-downs might not make it either. Lots of debate around snow, ice, people trying to tie too much weight to them, reinforcing them properly as part of the hood and on and on. Let's see what happens there.

It is still early enough that I don't want to rule anything out. The production version looks virtually identical to the concepts. Mostly small changes for DOT lights/reflectors, some aero dynamic tweaks and a few other things. I walked past a full-size painted mockup of the production version and didn't notice anything different until someone told me.

IMO losing the hood tie-downs would be a big loss. They are one of my favorite design features. Maybe a stern warning not to exceed the limits of them would suffice?

 

[speedrye]

There will still be lights in the quarter panels like the concepts, but they will have a bezel around them to keep the elements out and to avoid alignment issues. They look virtually identical to the concept otherwise.

The hood tie-downs might not make it either. Lots of debate around snow, ice, people trying to tie too much weight to them, reinforcing them properly as part of the hood and on and on. Let's see what happens there.

It is still early enough that I don't want to rule anything out. The production version looks virtually identical to the concepts. Mostly small changes for DOT lights/reflectors, some aero dynamic tweaks and a few other things. I walked past a full-size painted mockup of the production version and didn't notice anything different until someone told me.

This is the kind of post I come here for!! I'd love more of this insider stuff as I find it so fascinating.

Can you give any details on what lighting is changing for the government regulations?

 

[LastDayScout]

There will still be lights in the quarter panels like the concepts, but they will have a bezel around them to keep the elements out and to avoid alignment issues. They look virtually identical to the concept otherwise.

The hood tie-downs might not make it either. Lots of debate around snow, ice, people trying to tie too much weight to them, reinforcing them properly as part of the hood and on and on. Let's see what happens there.

It is still early enough that I don't want to rule anything out. The production version looks virtually identical to the concepts. Mostly small changes for DOT lights/reflectors, some aero dynamic tweaks and a few other things. I walked past a full-size painted mockup of the production version and didn't notice anything different until someone told me.

Upon my request, they are going to be a little smaller. Mainly a little narrower.

 

[Gottesacker]

I measured it while I was there and it’s ~37 inches across and ~15 inches front to back. I didn’t measure top to bottom because it was already awkward enough

Awesome, thank you for taking the awkward time to do that though! That's one of the things I've been wondering about!

And now it's confirmed too, no way it's wide enough to do what I was thinking (doesn't surprise me), but also as it currently is it's not deep enough front-to-back. So, that's okay... I can improvise and build something to suit.

 

[bwdavis7]

I was hoping to potentially fit 2 Milwaukee Packout drawer boxes side by side in there. The width is probably more restricting than the depth anyhow, so I'll probably just have to rethink the situation, but my plan was to fit my most-used tools in that area. Things like my drills, a circular saw, etc.

When I was quickly scanning down through this thread, my mind first read this as "fit 2 Milwaukee 12 Packs" And yeah, I think they would fit.

 

[Scout_Lookout]

Tbh I was expecting there to be more depth too. However, the direct front opening makes it easier than using the Rivian frunk, but there is quite a bit of space up front in the Rivian too and I use mine regularly. Specs for the Rivian Gen 2 frunk below.

 

[bwdavis7]

Awesome, thank you for taking the awkward time to do that though! That's one of the things I've been wondering about!

And now it's confirmed too, no way it's wide enough to do what I was thinking (doesn't surprise me), but also as it currently is it's not deep enough front-to-back. So, that's okay... I can improvise and build something to suit.

Before seeing the frunk in person, I had imagined it being deeper.

 

[cyure]

I measured it while I was there and it’s ~37 inches across and ~15 inches front to back. I didn’t measure top to bottom because it was already awkward enough

Good because I know I sat in it, and as much as I like you I’m not giving you all my measurement hip to hip.

 

[cyure]

Before seeing the frunk in person, I had imagined it being deeper.

Jamie did say the size of the frunk will be different in the production models.

 

[bwdavis7]

I asked if the production models would have their charge ports in the same location as the concepts (rear driver side) and the answer was "Yes".
I also asked if the Traveler would get a 240V outlet. The answer was that 240V output on either was confirmed...

 

[bwdavis7]

Freebies from the Irmo event...Thanks SM!

 

[J Alynn]

That appears to be a countdown on the dash instrument panel. What happens when it gets to zero??

Sounds like the start of a five year TV drama

 

[bwdavis7]

@Jamie@ScoutMotors if you have a way of thanking the Scout leaders, employees and other support teams, these events this past weekend could not have been a better experience, especially from a Scout OG like myself. It was simply a dream of mine. I wish everyone on this forum could have experienced it. You can feel the passion of this Scout team.

 

[J Alynn]

Man, I hate you missed this event. Words/photos can't describe the experience.

So are you willing to share your experience in word form? Because those of us who have seen it in person get it but sharing thoughts with everyone helps convey things

 

[speedrye]

Sounds like the start of a five year TV drama

Well, we've both been here since November of 2022, so I'm really hoping this is only a 5-year drama and we end up with our vehicles at the end of next year! Based on your welcome package though...

 

[J Alynn]

I don't think it is allowed to have all there together for the holy posse. It is kind of like the top leaders of the country and a designated survivor.

Considering some of the design team was there as well they certainly covered the big guns-so to speak

 

[Colton_Scout80]

Freebies from the Irmo event...Thanks SM!
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That tool is really neat!

 

[J Alynn]

What are you trying to fit in there?

Bodies, SO MANY bodies. JK

 

[J Alynn]

Well, we've both been here since November of 2022, so I'm really hoping this is only a 5-year drama and we end up with our vehicles at the end of next year! Based on your welcome package though...

Anybody see any cases labeled DARPA?