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  1. One-Pedal Driving or Two-Pedal Driving -- your preference?

    I regularly turn 1-pedal on and off. If I’m in stop & go traffic I usually want it on. If I’m on the highway (not in congestion/slow traffic) then I want it off. This is because when I back off the accelerator I want the car to coast … not brake (and this is more efficient because you do not...
  2. 📊 1,000+ Scout reservations on tracking list! Stats on take rates & options preferences

    I selected the Harvester because Scout says we can change our order and, at the time, it seemed like the Harvester would give me more options. But I already own two EV’s, am used to traveling long distances with them (trips requiring multiple charging stops) and don’t have range anxiety...
  3. Range reduction / battery life in cold winter temperatures -- what's your experience EV owners?

    I have two EV's (both Mustang Mach-E) and live in Michigan. I've been through several winters. In the low 30's (F) the range is off about 5%. In the low 20's it's more like 10% In the 10's it's about 30% When temps are close to 0 the range is off about 40%. BUT... this assumes no battery...
  4. Maintenance of Harvester gas engine range extender

    A lot of cars now monitor engine usage and the car tells the driver when it is time to change the oil (rather than a pre-determined interval based on miles or months) based on usage patterns. I have no special knowledge … but these systems are pretty common.
  5. Front Bench Seat closeup photos -- who's going to option it?

    It’s a nostalgic look … but unless you’re going to put a person there, it does not provide any other functional value. I prefer the functional benefit I’ll get from the console.
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