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    Opinion: Why the Scout nails it for EV Trucks / SUVs: Towing & Long Distance Trips

    Will the Traveller be able to run on gas only and keep up with the charging? If not, then you need to stop for gas as well as stop for charging. I hope it can keep up on gas alone if needed.
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    What are you driving until Scout release date? Photos thread!

    Not 100% convinced yet, but the Jeep (which I love) is getting higher in miles. It might be time in a few years to look at alternatives. The Scout is at the top of the list. Our Model X Plaid has convinced me of the benefits of a BEV. If full electric fits your lifestyle there are a ton of...
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    Article: Why More People Are Ordering The Hybrid Scout Harvester (EREV) Than The Electric One

    If you don't want to believe some random guy on the internet, here is an example of a Jeep 4xe that got 27 mies under electric power on the paved road and 3.5 miles off roading.
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    Article: Why More People Are Ordering The Hybrid Scout Harvester (EREV) Than The Electric One

    "Go in for a charge"? LOL! I think maybe you haven't been there? It's an hour drive just to get to the entrance/ranger station from the nearest paved road. Many hours more of slow off roading to get to many of the campsites. Dollhouse took 5 or 6 hours in one direction after coming by the ranger...
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    Article: Why More People Are Ordering The Hybrid Scout Harvester (EREV) Than The Electric One

    With some people it's as simple as range anxiety. If you don't have an EV currently the range extender makes for an easier choice to transition into a electric vehicle. But many of us actually need the extra range and flexibility as well. It doesn't matter if you don't need it every day. If you...
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    Thoughts on Aluminum body components versus Steel...

    As long as they can do aluminum correctly it's ok. Lots of issues on Jeeps (and others) with corrosion on aluminum panels due to improper paint prep. You can read horror stories over on Facebook...
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    Electrochromic Glass Roof Option - Panoramic "Smart Glass"

    Would definitely go for this option. We had to add a big shade in our Model X. Living in Florida does not go well with big overhead glass that doesn't have a way to cut down the sun.
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