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Nice, we have something in common as I also own a Mach E (2023 GT Performance Edition) and will be glad to assist with any questions for folks new to the EV world or those that are still on the fence about getting one (like this nice Scout). A little about my background and why I have a Scout Harvester on reserve but may change to the full EV version if the gas extender version isn't what I hope it is. So, my first experience in the EV world was reserving the then brand new 2011 Chevy Volt. Like my current Bronco, I have a ton of experience ordering/reserving cars early before they come out. I do a ton of research before I reserve a new model car (basically part of my car hobby) and really being an early adaptor of any new/unique new model, especially one with new tech. That was what the Chevy Volt was back in 2010. GM marketed the Volt horribly and should have really pushed the fact it was two cars in one. By that I mean it was just as happy running 100% of the time on gas as it was on battery power. Even though the first-generation Volt only had a ~40-mile battery range to go with its ~280-mile gas range, we quickly realized that 90% of the time we only used the battery (by charging at home at night) as that 40-mile range usually took care of our daily drives to work, school, stores, etc. Then, we would use the gas generator for occasional vacation/long trips. Because we realized just how little most would need public chargers, it was a no brainer to eventually replace it with our current Mustang Mach E which has nearly 7 times that range. With our current EV, we may go a couple of months before we even need to worry about public charging on the road, which now that Ford has given us a Tesla adaptor, is really no problem including as part of your long-distance trip.
Now about the Scout... All the hoopla about the Gas Range Extender gave me some hope that it will operate similar to our Volt in that it would have the option to run off either gas or battery charge and not have to rely on both (like the Prius). If it does, I can see this thing being a real game changer to remove range anxiety and win over the next batch of folks not use to EVs. I wouldn't mind being part of that movement again, besides, having that option should also help resale value. However, most folks on these forums do not think it will operate like this; instead, the Harvester will simply delay how quickly the battery is depleted to give you that 500-mile range. If that's the case, then I will change to the full EV version since having over 300 mile range is good for 99% of my daily driving and I don't want the Harvester to cut into both the range and performance of what the full EV version promises (in other words, the Harvester option will cost more while also reducing EV acceleration and range). So, as a current EV owner (and main takeaway here), I am very comfortable going full EV again in the Scout, especially since it will have similar performance to my current EV but with offroad ability that "could" match my Bronco Badlands??? It's going to be very hard to select which one of those two to replace!
Why did I pick the Mach E? Well as I alluded to above, I was one of those 2020 Bronco reservation holders that finally received it a year later. This was my first Ford and I couldn't help but notice the sharp looking Mach E that had recently came out as well. As a Volt owner, I was very familiar with Tesla since for a few years about the only EV you could get was the Volt, Tesla Roadster/Model S, and Leaf. I have a fun story of getting to test drive a Roadster in DC on the same day I picked up my brand-new Volt as the Tesla sales folks wanted to also test out the Volt, but that is a story in itself. But I also have a few things I don't like about Tesla, namely the interior controls and lackluster exterior design. Thus, I was very happy that Ford, GM, BMW, and many others are finally coming out with some stiff competition to Tesla. Syllish cars that actually have controls behind the steering wheel is a plus. Plus, the GT Performance Edition of my Mach E closely matches the performance of the affordable Tesla's. I have nearly 38K miles on our Mach E in 2 years and not once have we had any service done to it, so it has been a very reliable and cheap car to drive for sure. Don't let any naysayers talk you out of EVs as most of what you hear is easily countered!
Now about the Scout... All the hoopla about the Gas Range Extender gave me some hope that it will operate similar to our Volt in that it would have the option to run off either gas or battery charge and not have to rely on both (like the Prius). If it does, I can see this thing being a real game changer to remove range anxiety and win over the next batch of folks not use to EVs. I wouldn't mind being part of that movement again, besides, having that option should also help resale value. However, most folks on these forums do not think it will operate like this; instead, the Harvester will simply delay how quickly the battery is depleted to give you that 500-mile range. If that's the case, then I will change to the full EV version since having over 300 mile range is good for 99% of my daily driving and I don't want the Harvester to cut into both the range and performance of what the full EV version promises (in other words, the Harvester option will cost more while also reducing EV acceleration and range). So, as a current EV owner (and main takeaway here), I am very comfortable going full EV again in the Scout, especially since it will have similar performance to my current EV but with offroad ability that "could" match my Bronco Badlands??? It's going to be very hard to select which one of those two to replace!
Why did I pick the Mach E? Well as I alluded to above, I was one of those 2020 Bronco reservation holders that finally received it a year later. This was my first Ford and I couldn't help but notice the sharp looking Mach E that had recently came out as well. As a Volt owner, I was very familiar with Tesla since for a few years about the only EV you could get was the Volt, Tesla Roadster/Model S, and Leaf. I have a fun story of getting to test drive a Roadster in DC on the same day I picked up my brand-new Volt as the Tesla sales folks wanted to also test out the Volt, but that is a story in itself. But I also have a few things I don't like about Tesla, namely the interior controls and lackluster exterior design. Thus, I was very happy that Ford, GM, BMW, and many others are finally coming out with some stiff competition to Tesla. Syllish cars that actually have controls behind the steering wheel is a plus. Plus, the GT Performance Edition of my Mach E closely matches the performance of the affordable Tesla's. I have nearly 38K miles on our Mach E in 2 years and not once have we had any service done to it, so it has been a very reliable and cheap car to drive for sure. Don't let any naysayers talk you out of EVs as most of what you hear is easily countered!
Just wanted to say thanks to all of you for taking time to answer questions and provide some perspective on EV ownership. That's what makes a community great. 
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