What is one feature you hope Scout will include that has not yet been shown?

[MasterSpam]

Hey Scout Team and fellow enthusiasts,

I’m beyond excited for the Terra and everything Scout is building — it’s exactly the kind of vehicle I’ve been dreaming about for real adventures off the beaten path.

One feature I would love to see (and that I haven't seen mentioned yet) is an integrated Anderson plug or another standard solar input port directly into the vehicle/truck bed. Something that allows owners to easily plug in their own solar panels — ideally handling 300-1000+ watts — without needing a bunch of workarounds.

Here’s the vision: I’m planning to add a pop-up rooftop tent to the Terra, and I want to mount solar panels on top of the tent. Instead of lugging around a huge external battery like a Jackery or Anker just to harvest that solar energy, it would be incredible to plug directly into the vehicle.

This would let us:

• Charge the vehicle slowly with solar while out camping
• Power gadgets, fridges, lights, etc. straight from the vehicle without the fear of taking away range
• Have a backup energy source for emergencies
• Maximize the Terra + Harvester setup for true dual-fuel, solar-supported adventures

Having a dedicated solar input would seriously extend the reach and utility of the Terra, especially for those of us chasing trails far away from traditional charging networks.

This feels like such a natural fit for the spirit of Scout: rugged, independent, ready for anything. Please consider adding this — it would make an already awesome platform even more unstoppable!

Thanks for considering, and thanks for building something this community is so passionate about.

#ScoutStrong #SolarScout #TerraLife

Not a bad idea but there will need to be some BMS system to convert voltages. I'd also like the option though.

 

[J Alynn]

Ah well now I feel old! I had one in my room in middle school. I had Blondie on 8 track!

Blondie rocks!

 

[cyure]

Blondie rocks!

I love her to this day. I have a Spotify playlist I am working on for songs to listen to on the way home from my factory pick up and Blondie is definitely on there!

 

[offroadelectric]

This has been discussed before, but never, I think, presented so well. Search the forum for “solar ready”. I think it’s a great idea and would be a great differentiator - very forward looking.

I just joined the community and was too excited to post my idea oops.. It was discussed/thought of before I apologize!

 

[dreamweaver]

Hey Scout Team and fellow enthusiasts,

I’m beyond excited for the Terra and everything Scout is building — it’s exactly the kind of vehicle I’ve been dreaming about for real adventures off the beaten path.

One feature I would love to see (and that I haven't seen mentioned yet) is an integrated Anderson plug or another standard solar input port directly into the vehicle/truck bed. Something that allows owners to easily plug in their own solar panels — ideally handling 300-1000+ watts — without needing a bunch of workarounds.

Here’s the vision: I’m planning to add a pop-up rooftop tent to the Terra, and I want to mount solar panels on top of the tent. Instead of lugging around a huge external battery like a Jackery or Anker just to harvest that solar energy, it would be incredible to plug directly into the vehicle.

This would let us:

• Charge the vehicle slowly with solar while out camping
• Power gadgets, fridges, lights, etc. straight from the vehicle without the fear of taking away range
• Have a backup energy source for emergencies
• Maximize the Terra + Harvester setup for true dual-fuel, solar-supported adventures

Having a dedicated solar input would seriously extend the reach and utility of the Terra, especially for those of us chasing trails far away from traditional charging networks.

This feels like such a natural fit for the spirit of Scout: rugged, independent, ready for anything. Please consider adding this — it would make an already awesome platform even more unstoppable!

Thanks for considering, and thanks for building something this community is so passionate about.

#ScoutStrong #SolarScout #TerraLife

Scout is "people. Connections. Community. Authenticity." Welcome to the Scout community. Enjoy the ride.

 

[John Mc]

I want less features, not more lol.

I'm concerned about the concepts interiors, too nice for me.

I want vinyl floors, vinyl windows.

I want the cheapest, most straightforward pickup that can haul 2k, tow 10k, that I can fill with greasy rusty car parts and tow my other trucks around with.

The Slate Truck almost gets there. Only problem is abysmal towing.

Slate Truck is a $20,000 American-made electric pickup with no paint, no stereo, and no touchscreen

Would you buy a truck this bare-bones?

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I considered this option, since I'm not really a fan of all the 10 or 12" screens and automated stuff on modern vehicles. However, I need the towing (at least 5000#, and 7000# would be better), so I'm holding out for a scout, despite all the extra tech (and cost) it will no doubt be loaded with

 

[John Mc]

Data privacy is important to me as well. I’m happy enough with an easily accessible opt-out (in the car UX) but I want to know how my personal information is being used and have control over it.

My nightmare scenario is my insurance company adjusting my rates because of my driving style, or being offered ads on my phone for Taco Bell because they know I drive by one on the way home from work.

Like an idiot, when we bought our Toyota Rav4 Prime, I handed my phone to the sales rep so he could "connect me up" while we were test driving. Turns out, he set it up to share everything that was possible to share. It took me a while to figure out how to shut all that off.

One concern: Toyota's built-in nav system has a lot of errors in the database, particularly with regards to speed limits. Several of the 35 and 40 MPH roads I travel regularly are incorrectly shown in their database (and on the HUD) as 25 MPH. So it was reporting that I was speeding by 15 MPH (and sometimes over 20 MPH, if I was not paying attention when I hit a downgrade.) I really don't need that erroneous stuff being reported to my insurance company.

Google Maps' database has been accurate as far as speed limits go just about everywhere we use it, so I run that on my iPhone when driving.

 

[J Alynn]

I just joined the community and was too excited to post my idea oops.. It was discussed/thought of before I apologize!

No biggie. Everyone likes to jump in fresh which is great. We try to catch new members and recommend the search-not because we are jerks but it helps new users find an existing thread of topics and may help answer your question or possibly see it’s been heavily discussed and then you know you’ve found like minded Scout enthusiasts

 

[John Mc]

Welcome to the forum. The reveal showed an image with a plow on the frontView attachment 6053

Maybe it's just the angle from which they took the picture, but that plow looks too narrow for the vehicle. If you angle it, will it still cover the vehicle's width? Now that I look at it, will it even angle more than a few degrees without hitting the bumper?

 

[J Alynn]

Maybe it's just the angle from which they took the picture, but that plow looks too narrow for the vehicle. If you angle it, will it still cover the vehicle's width? Now that I look at it, will it even angle more than a few degrees without hitting the bumper?

Hell if I know. I just posted the pic. I’m guessing that image is fully CGI as I’m sure they didn’t mount a plow to the actual prototype

 

[Lancejonsen]

6' or 6.5' bed option and a lift option. Drive-in or camp mode where power is mostly off including the external and internal lights, but radio and air conditioning can still be used.

 

[cyure]

6' or 6.5' bed option and a lift option. Drive-in or camp mode where power is mostly off including the external and internal lights, but radio and air conditioning can still be used.

Welcome to the community!

 

[AlanL]

One concern: Toyota's built-in nav system has a lot of errors in the database, particularly with regards to speed limits. Several of the 35 and 40 MPH roads I travel regularly are incorrectly shown in their database (and on the HUD) as 25 MPH. So it was reporting that I was speeding by 15 MPH (and sometimes over 20 MPH, if I was not paying attention when I hit a downgrade.) I really don't need that erroneous stuff being reported to my insurance company.

Yeah, so far we’ve gotten along fine never using a car’s builtin nav for those and other reasons. While not perfect Apple and Google are vastly more reliable. It seems that with EVs though you only get the good charger planning with the builtin nav. I hope Apple and Google can get better about that (Google already is making progress?) or that there will be some sort of cooperation with the Scout. At least the Scout will support CarPlay and AndroidAuto.

 

[dreamweaver]

6' or 6.5' bed option and a lift option. Drive-in or camp mode where power is mostly off including the external and internal lights, but radio and air conditioning can still be used.

Scout. “People. Connections. Community. Authenticity." Welcome to the Scout community. Enjoy the ride.

 

[Xyst]

I'm hoping and praying for improved rear seat HVAC / air conditioning.

Vents in the back of the console have never worked well for me or for car-sick prone kids. With the open air roof, I doubt they could do ceiling vents unless they do the Toyota Sienna/ Highlander route. That said, I'm praying they at least incorporate vents into the B-Pillars like BMW does for the rear seats on their SUVs.

Cool air on the have is a great way to help minimize that queezy feeling that kids get on longer road trips (particularly in the mountains). The higher mounted vets are also MUCH better for kids in rear facing car seats.

 

[cyure]

I'm hoping and praying for improved rear seat HVAC / air conditioning.

Vents in the back of the console have never worked well for me or for car-sick prone kids. With the open air roof, I doubt they could do ceiling vents unless they do the Toyota Sienna/ Highlander route. That said, I'm praying they at least incorporate vents into the B-Pillars like BMW does for the rear seats on their SUVs.

Cool air on the have is a great way to help minimize that queezy feeling that kids get on longer road trips (particularly in the mountains). The higher mounted vets are also MUCH better for kids in rear facing car seats.

Welcome to the community!