[A business perspective - not political commentary]
If the the build plan holds true, built in S. Carolina with 85% US content, then I doubt tariffs, even if they are in effect in 3 years, would impact the Scout pricing. In fact I'd say, if the tariffs are still in place, it will be to the...
In the video with Jay Leno, the Scout CEO confirmed the location of the engine is behind the rear axle. He also confirmed the engine will be sourced from VW.
I think they just started on the engineering solution for the Harvester option and probably could change the design at his stage. It's an easy out IMO, CEO Scott can just say, "Our customers wanted a higher tow rating near or at the BEV version level, so best engineering practice necessitated...
Agree.
After watching the video, I came away unimpressed with the Scout CEO. I don't know what his creds are, but his talking points made it clear to me the Harvester generator option is an afterthought from an EV engineering perspective. I think two years ago when the Scout resurrection...
Agree with you. I was going to go with a Terra Harvester option until the placement was confirmed to be under the bed and behind the axle. An engine and generator stuffed between the rear bumper and rear axle seems a bit too much of an engineering challenge. Cooling and lubrication systems...