That would be cool. I have heard that aftermarket bumpers will be possible so you may be able to install one that can accept a 2” hitch.
What kind of tech do you expect enabled in the car or interface?
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Putting the winch on the receiver puts it entirely in front of the bumper, extending the overall length quite a bit. What would most likely happen is the winch would end up living a hidden life in the frunk and not adding it's cool factor to the vehicle. Which let's face it, probably sells more winches than actual winch use.
Do you have a reference post supporting this? Still no official word about it on the support pages.
Point about coolness factor well taken. Admittedly the ones that slip over the ball, result in a less than perfect arrangement except fairly light duty tasks, but in a dedicated mount that fits the hitch receiver they should be quite effective.
He was at the reveal and it was spoken about there. I was in attendance as well. They kept the reveal fairly general but we were given opportunity to pick brains after the after event so we learned quite a few things. Some are open to sharing and something’s will be posted in the future to keep interest on the forum. 2 more years to kill-need to feed the fun I to the forum slowly
I guess some of the reluctance comes from dependence upon a resistance sensor that's supposed to stop/reverse the closing window if it senses a child's arm or dog's leg. I've owned several vehicles that claim that capability but I am still reluctant to commit a body part to testing its reliability.
commit a summer sausage to testing it.
So many tech companies decide what is best and take consumers out of the question. Scout Motors is a tech company, in addition to a automotive one. I implore giving some control back to the consumer. I want to own the vehicle, not feel like I'm subscribed to it.
Another thing, don't make updates automatic. Give a notification that an update is available, some release notes and let the consumer decide if and when to update.
An idea to @shazam post. Security conscious mobile phone makers will put physical switches to enable / disable the radios. There could be something similar here.
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Stay pumped!He was at the reveal and it was spoken about there. I was in attendance as well. They kept the reveal fairly general but we were given opportunity to pick brains after the after event so we learned quite a few things. Some are open to sharing and something’s will be posted in the future to keep interest on the forum. 2 more years to kill-need to feed the fun I to the forum slowly
Soft-close doors would be nice, so I don't have to follow behind the the kiddos to make sure that their door is fully shut.
That's a cool idea. Are there any specs on the sustained output for the Harvester and how long it is expected to last on a full tank?
Not sure however a good benchmark is the F150 Hybrid. Read the following from Ford and imagine how on-brand this feature would be for Scout...
What Can I Use the Ford F-150 Onboard Generator For?
The generator can be powered through the FordPass smartphone app or via the truck’s infotainment system. With a robust amount of power available for up to 85-hour run time when on a full tank, your OnBoard Generator can power anything from onsite electric equipment to even possibly your home.If you are on a worksite taking care of heavy-duty jobs, your onboard generator has more than enough power to charge electric equipment. You will never have to worry about losing power for your jackhammer, circular saw, battery charger, and much more.
When you are off the job at either a neighborhood cookout or tailgate of your favorite sports team, the Ford F-150 onboard generator can provide power to loudspeakers, electric grills or heaters, or projectors. In the event of an emergency, the OnBoard generator can potentially supply power to a home.
Can I request automated parking assist? With a vehicle this big, I think having automated parking assist would be great to have when squeezing into tight spaces or parallel parking.
The GMC Hummer EV has it, and it has an external tire carrier like the Traveler.
Beyond this, I’d like SiriusXM satellite radio, Apple CarPlay, Google integration (like the GM EVs, but with CarPlay), and an under-body camera like the Hummer EV so I can see what’s on the trail as I ride over it.
Is this possible to get?
The GMC Hummer EV has it, and it has an external tire carrier like the Traveler.
Beyond this, I’d like SiriusXM satellite radio, Apple CarPlay, Google integration (like the GM EVs, but with CarPlay), and an under-body camera like the Hummer EV so I can see what’s on the trail as I ride over it.
Is this possible to get?
Ford reportedly is dropping the feature based on automated feedback that tells them no one is using it.
Heads up display would be a game changer.
High end stereo like in luxury SUVs
Heated steering wheel, heated/cooled seats
Panoramic glass sunroof option with cool scout homage design
Funky ambient lighting
High end stereo like in luxury SUVs
Heated steering wheel, heated/cooled seats
Panoramic glass sunroof option with cool scout homage design
Funky ambient lighting
Ambient lighting was very nicely done in the reveal concepts. Hope it stays through to production. Seats temps are shown as available options for fro t and rear seats
If the EV Scout is to ultimately be a utility vehicle then I cannot see many of those items. Yes I know SM will have to sell a lot to the mass market Sport (aka daily driver) crowd, so those perks seem necessary. I hope we eventually get a model close to the bare bones Scout 80s that I love. I do love my high end stereo, but when my pickup is towing my Scouts to gatherings 1000+ miles away. Funky lighting is something you define for yourself and install yourself. Two years ago I'd have omitted the heated steering wheel, but arthritis has since caught up to me and my aching hands do appreciate the warmth, hope it is an option.
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