First BEV experience confirms Scout BEV is a hard no for me

[joewilk45]

I think once the technology is dialed in the wrapper around it can change currently the emphasis is on aerodynamics and how do. We achieve longer range. Once battery advances allow plus 500 mile range in all conditions then that's when Ev's hit stride in the states. But if your looking at it that when will it happen it already is in other countries so the race to the solid state finish line is on and big oil is enjoying their last ride and I'm sure it will be fruitful for those involved. But as to my experience with heating cooling and long trips it's another great experience meaning it makes you think and is that ever bad. My trip to Florida from New Jersey 18 hrs ice 350 in gas. EV 20hrs and 165 in charging and no wife because she now flys because she now has an excuse it's longer but that's a godsend me and Fido have a pleasant drive that alone is worth getting an EV. But to me let's throw the football to the next generation and enjoy the ride and just maybe be amazed.

 

[joewilk45]

 

[joewilk45]

Cool stuff our scouts will be long range Bev or Erev

 

[PMurphy]

I keep learning AND refining my thoughts and wants as I read through these posts. What I really want is a SCOUT that looks at least mostly like the design mules we have been looking at. I have made my peace with the BEV compromises that will have to be dealt with.

At this point Scout should just go ahead with the Harvester as the high volume release model (hopefully gives just enough time for battery tech to make a jump?!). Will likely result in a burst of sales and then a fall off until the BEV arrives.

Meanwhile back at the ranch it appears petroleum based fuel prices will be elevated for some time (at least we have sufficient availability). Betting that increased fuel costs will result in BEV/EREV’s getting a more lasting kick in demand that incentives alone couldn’t create.

Unfortunately for the American OEMS, (maybe with the exception of Ford) their waffling back and forth will keep them at a disadvantage to imported options (regardless of artificial tariff protection).

We will have a lot to talk about between now and 2028.

 

[joewilk45]

Well to me it makes sense that EV or Erev or Hybrid vehicles to come up with a national standard as to max size of battery packs. This way manufacturers can allow modular spaces when designing vehicles and can manufacture beforehand allowing batteries to be last in assembly and clientele can pick battery pack range variants per their needs and makes for upgrades and service much more affordable