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  • From all of us at Scout Motors, welcome to the Scout Community! We created this community to provide Scout vehicle owners, enthusiasts, and curiosity seekers with a place to engage in discussion, suggestions, stories, and connections. Supportive communities are sometimes hard to find, but we're determined to turn this into one.

    Additionally, Scout Motors wants to hear your feedback and speak directly to the rabid community of owners as unique as America. We'll use the Scout Community to deliver news and information on events and launch updates directly to the group. Although the start of production is anticipated in 2026, many new developments and milestones will occur in the interim. We plan to share them with you on this site and look for your feedback and suggestions.

    How will the Scout Community be run? Think of it this way: this place is your favorite local hangout. We want you to enjoy the atmosphere, talk to people who share similar interests, request and receive advice, and generally have an enjoyable time. The Scout Community should be a highlight of your day. We want you to tell stories, share photos, spread your knowledge, and tell us how Scout can deliver great products and experiences. Along the way, Scout Motors will share our journey to production with you.

    Scout is all about respect. We respect our heritage. We respect the land and outdoors. We respect each other. Every person should feel safe, included, and welcomed in the Scout Community. Being kind and courteous to the other forum members is non-negotiable. Friendly debates are welcomed and often produce great outcomes, but we don't want things to get too rowdy. Please take a moment to consider what you post, especially if you think it may insult others. We'll do our best to encourage friendly discourse and to keep the discussions flowing.

    So, welcome to the Scout Community! We encourage you to check back regularly as we plan to engage our members, share teasers, and participate in discussions. The world needs Scouts™. Let's get going.


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    But the original Scout that explored America was gasoline powered.

    At the end of the day: with current tech EVs simply are not adventure vehicles. Too short of range, too long to charge. No way to bum a gallon of gas off a buddy or friendly stranger. Disclosure: I have a VW group EV, an Audi Etron. It’s four wheel drive and built on the Q8 suv platform, so it...
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    But the original Scout that explored America was gasoline powered.

    Ram has a nifty solution to the gas/ev thing: an optional onboard generator that can recharge Insitu or just extend range while driving. That of course technically makes it a plug-in hybrid, but avoids the traditional transmission in most hybrids, and wouldn’t have to derail the pure EV...
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    But the original Scout that explored America was gasoline powered.

    “The entire vehicle is made of petroleum products”….hmmm. Like the steel or aluminum body panels? Those are derived from oil? That’s news to me. How about the batteries? Lithium, cobalt, tantalum. Hmmm. Nope not oil based either. Glass? No that comes from silica. Leather seats? Cows. Plastic...
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    What kind of tech do you expect enabled in the car or interface?

    I would like the barest minimum of tech: A robust Bluetooth connection, a really good stereo, and that’s about it. No need for Nav: there are dozens of solutions for that on your phone already. No need for driver assist stuff: I despise the nanny-ware on other cars like lane keeping. Try out...