RV Towing

[Tkrieger]

Will the Traveler SUV be able to be flat towed behind an RV?

 

[JacketedWalnut]

I'm very curious myself! I do not believe any production 2+ motor EV is currently operational as a TOAD.

 

[vmikee]

I'm also hoping the Traveler can be towed and that other considerations for towing behind an RV are being considered. Like potentially using the front recovery points as a base plate (there are several Jeep after market bumpers that support this), optional mounting points for tow chains and some sort of "smart" braking mechanism. That would be a real game changer for the RV people looking to get into an EV...

 

[SpaceEVDriver]

Since the differentials can be locked, it's not inconceivable to hope that they can also be opened. If the differentials can't be set open, then it won't be possible. ZF, the probable drive unit / axle manufacturer, claims that their ebeam axles can be optioned to allow open differentials.

 

[shnngns]

I hope this is something Scout Motors takes into consideration because it would be a nice option to have. We don't currently need to flat tow but have pondered the decision to trade up from our smaller travel trailer into a smaller Class C. I imagine the weight of the Traveler could be an issue with some of the chassis options for motorhomes. Unless of course you're talking a diesel pusher lol.

 

[bradlandrum]

Plus 1. If this is going to replace my Wrangler Rubicon I'll need to flat tow it behind the RV.

 

[LastDayScout]

Since the differentials can be locked, it's not inconceivable to hope that they can also be opened. If the differentials can't be set open, then it won't be possible. ZF, the probable drive unit / axle manufacturer, claims that their ebeam axles can be optioned to allow open differentials.

Personal opinion, it will not be ZF. I do expect an announcement sooner rather than later.

 

[SpaceEVDriver]

Personal opinion, it will not be ZF. I do expect an announcement sooner rather than later.

I wouldn't be surprised if it's a different vendor.

 

[TreeKiller]

Personal opinion, it will not be ZF. I do expect an announcement sooner rather than later.

I wouldn't be surprised if it's a different vendor.

Are there other manufacturers currently making or planning to make electric solid axles?

 

[TreeKiller]

Since the differentials can be locked, it's not inconceivable to hope that they can also be opened. If the differentials can't be set open, then it won't be possible. ZF, the probable drive unit / axle manufacturer, claims that their ebeam axles can be optioned to allow open differentials.

What I've read so far indicates an electronic locker standard in the rear axle with an optional front electronic locker. Since they have used the "electronic" verbiage, that tells me it's selectable and can probably be engaged / disengaged automatically depending on drive mode, or, since they are also promoting the use of tactile buttons and switches in the cockpit, manually as desired via "push button".

Default will certainly be open.

 

[LastDayScout]

Are there other manufacturers currently making or planning to make electric solid axles?

There are at least two others. There is one that I think is the most likely candidate. I just cannot say the name at this moment. But, it is very familiar.

 

[TreeKiller]

There are at least two others. There is one that I think is the most likely candidate. I just cannot say the name at this moment. But, it is very familiar.

Sure be interesting if they got a Dana under there. *begins frantically googling axle makers with electronic solid axles in the works*


Hmmmmmmmm seems that last year Dana announced a partnership to produce electric axles for a future project of an undisclosed American vehicle manufacturer: https://www.toledoblade.com/busines...o-improved-second-quarter/stories/20230728114

 

[LastDayScout]

Sure be interesting if they got a Dana under there. *begins frantically googling axle makers with electronic solid axles in the works*

my lips are sealed

 

[pwrofgrayskull]

 

[J Alynn]

Sure be interesting if they got a Dana under there. *begins frantically googling axle makers with electronic solid axles in the works*


Hmmmmmmmm seems that last year Dana announced a partnership to produce electric axles for a future project of an undisclosed American vehicle manufacturer: https://www.toledoblade.com/busines...o-improved-second-quarter/stories/20230728114

Hmmmmm! Seems like a conspiracy theory is about to go viral

 

[J Alynn]

my lips are sealed

If only someone could find a mock-up out there in the inter-web!

 

[LastDayScout]

If only someone could find a mock-up out there in the inter-web!

I feel certain this crowd of sleuths can find one!

 

[TreeKiller]

What I've read so far indicates an electronic locker standard in the rear axle with an optional front electronic locker. Since they have used the "electronic" verbiage, that tells me it's selectable and can probably be engaged / disengaged automatically depending on drive mode, or, since they are also promoting the use of tactile buttons and switches in the cockpit, manually as desired via "push button".

Default will certainly be open.

Confirmed - in the podcast that was just posted, Scout's Shaheen Karimian confirmed user selectable lockers with the ability to manually lock or unlock each axle using physical buttons or switches in the cab.