I believe I heard Scott in the video say they were cruising at 15mph. So it makes sense on why it was driving so long now. But that’s still impressive that it’s really small battery can handle 35mph.
Scout concepts on Jay Leno’s Garage
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I think a series of watches with leather bands to match the interiors-that would be cool!
People in the comments are being ruthless to you. They must not know who Thee Jamie is lol.
Watch Talk Topic incoming?
Thread 'Watch Talk; Scout Watches Ideas'
https://scoutmotors.community.forum/threads/watch-talk-scout-watches-ideas.2179/
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Sadly Jay actually did say that but to your point I agree-people continue reacting rather than asking questions and educating themselves
Thanks Jamie, I'll be keeping my eyes peeled. Of course if they're looking for volunteers for feedback and have vehicles in the Bay Area, hit me up.
It’s sadly because of the world we live in everyone wants everything NOW. When in reality nothing comes instantly especially in the car industry. Some people can’t get it through their heads.
After watching this video multiple times, I still have so many questions about how the Harvester will function.
If the BEV gets 10,000lbs and 7500lbs of towing. What changes on the Harvester? If the primary use of generator is only charging the battery and it doesn't connect to the Drive train, shouldn't you still have the same Torque and HP of the BEV, right? Can someone help make sense of this? What am I missing?
I understand weight is added with the tank and engine but is that much more that it takes away from the towing capabilities?
It doesn't really matter to me either way, As I'm probably not going to be towing. I am just trying to understand how it all works.
If the BEV gets 10,000lbs and 7500lbs of towing. What changes on the Harvester? If the primary use of generator is only charging the battery and it doesn't connect to the Drive train, shouldn't you still have the same Torque and HP of the BEV, right? Can someone help make sense of this? What am I missing?
I understand weight is added with the tank and engine but is that much more that it takes away from the towing capabilities?
It doesn't really matter to me either way, As I'm probably not going to be towing. I am just trying to understand how it all works.
Battery Chemistry is also a huge part of performance. Which the BEV will be using a more expensive battery chemistry called NMC while the Harvester will be using a less expensive battery chemistry called LFP.
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Yeah I understand that. But does LFP battery really suffer over NMC? Does the rate of how fast or how much the Battery is discharging really make any difference if the Motors that are driving the vehicle are the same?
Towing capacity is affected by many things. Tow vehicle weight, center of gravity, wheelbase, axles, springs, brakes, etc. A certain percentage of the trailer weight also must be applied to the hitch for stability. I suspect that the Harvester (or battery) weight cantilevered over the rear is part of this. The entire loaded tow rig cruising at 70mph with Harvester keeping up is another consideration.
Remember, nearly all of the engineering R&D is being done in Novi Michigan. Test mules will be there and on a rented proving ground.
Also, remember that the official advertised maximum tow capacity of a Scout II was 5000 pounds. That was in a vehicle 70-inches wide, with a 100-inch wheelbase and an empty curb weight of around 3800 pounds (even with the heavy IH V8). I personally used my 73 Scout II to carefully tow a 5500-pound trailer; and I know of many that hauled around a horse trailer that exceeded that. It was not unlike driving in the snow.
Remember, nearly all of the engineering R&D is being done in Novi Michigan. Test mules will be there and on a rented proving ground.
Also, remember that the official advertised maximum tow capacity of a Scout II was 5000 pounds. That was in a vehicle 70-inches wide, with a 100-inch wheelbase and an empty curb weight of around 3800 pounds (even with the heavy IH V8). I personally used my 73 Scout II to carefully tow a 5500-pound trailer; and I know of many that hauled around a horse trailer that exceeded that. It was not unlike driving in the snow.
Just so cool to see it actually in motion and learn some more details. Really looking forward to the rest of the journey to delivery!
Are the concept vehicles quieter than a jeep or a bronco....probably...lol
Yes since a lower discharge rate for LFP which equals less power output. Compared to NMC which has more discharge rate giving off more power output.
And Motors are Motors, It’s like a upscaled RC car. NIMH battery have less output rate than a LiPo battery. That why LiPo batteries are used for RC racing.
I thought the same thing! I have a Clear Lidz on my Wrangler. My son was trying to talk to me from the back seat this weekend when we were on the freeway. He had to lean forward and yell!
And we have to remember that these numbers aren’t set in stone yet. So they can easily change.
I was hoping the tow rating would be better with the Harvester but in reality I won't be towing over 4k like in my current Maverick...
Remember the battery in these vehicles right now are intended to load/unload, low speed moving for video production and running the power components. Just a shame they didn’t note that very clearly so the less educated don’t trash it. Like running a 1982 4-cylinder honda civic over the Rocky Mountains-it’s gonna whine
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