Talk:Scout Motors

Proposed edits to the Scout Motors Intro Section

I would like to propose the following edits to the Scout Motors introductory section.

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Scout Motors Inc. is an American automotive company. It is owned by German manufacturer Volkswagen Group, which obtained the Scout brand after acquiring American truck manufacturer International Motors (previously Navistar) in 2021.

Scout Motors was established in May 2022 to produce off-road capable electric vehicles.[2] It is an entirely US-based operation and acts as an independent company, managed separately from Volkswagen with its own executive team.[3][4] The headquarters is located in Tysons, Virginia.[1][5]

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Scout Motors Inc. is an American automotive startup company. Founded in 2022, it is backed by German manufacturer Volkswagen AG and a member of the Volkswagen Group companies. Volkswagen AG obtained the Scout brand after acquiring American truck manufacturer Navistar International in 2021.

Scout Motors was established to produce off-road capable electric vehicles.[2] It is a U.S.-based operation and independent company, managed separately from Volkswagen AG with its own executive team and board members.[3][4] The company does not have an official headquarters, but has operations located in South Carolina, Michigan, Virginia, and California.[1][5]

Two main changes being changing the word "owned" to "backed", as well as not listing an official HQ.

Here is an article that refers to the relationship as Volkswagen "backing" Scout versus owning: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/10/24/volkswagen-scout-motors-ev-hybrids.html#:~:text=%E2%80%94%20Volkswagen%20%2Dbacked%20Scout%20Motors%20revealed,in%20addition%20to%20EV%20models.

Scout Motors does not officially list Tysons as a HQ location, just an office via their career page: https://www.scoutmotors.com/careers JackScoutMotors (talk) 15:14, 28 February 2025 (UTC)

Proposed edits and additions to the Scout Motors History Section

I would like to propose the following edits and additions to the Scout Motors History section.

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The Scout marque is named after the off-road vehicle International Scout, produced from 1961 to 1980. Volkswagen has owned the Scout trademark since 2020 through its American truck subsidiary Navistar International.[6][7]

On May 11, 2022, Volkswagen AG announced the creation of a new brand, Scout, dedicated to electric vehicles, designed, developed, manufactured and marketed in the United States.[8][9] Scott Keogh, CEO of Volkswagen USA, became the first CEO of Scout Motors.[10]

On October 24, 2024, Scout declared it will sell directly to customers and service vehicles itself, following the model adopted by competitors Tesla, Rivian and Polestar, rather than use the Volkswagen dealer network. The National Automobile Dealers Association responded that it would challenge this decision using legal and political means, and filed a lawsuit on February 3, 2025, alleging violations of state law.[11][12][13]

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The Scout brand was conceptualized in 1959 by International Harvester. Production on the first Scout vehicles began in December 1960, with the first Scout sold as a 1961 model year called the Scout 80. The off-road, “8-day-a-week" (source) International Scout vehicles, were produced from 1961 to 1980. [6][7]

In September 2021, a report by MotorTrend (source) revealed that Volkswagen AG may look to revive the Scout nameplate as a potential competitor to the Jeep Wrangler, Toyota 4Runner, and then newly revived Ford Bronco. [20] On May 11, 2022, Volkswagen AG approved plans to form a new, independent company dedicated to designing, developing, manufacturing, and marketing electric vehicles in the United States. On September 1, 2022,[8][9] Scott Keogh, previously President and CEO of Volkswagen Group of America Inc., became the first CEO of Scout Motors, Inc. (source) [3][10]

On October 24, 2024, Scout Motors debuted two new vehicle concepts: the Scout® Traveler™ SUV and Scout® Terra™ truck during its national reveal event just outside Nashville, Tennessee. (source) The event brought together Scout enthusiasts, automotive historians, and industry and media professionals. Attendees were greeted by a display of International Harvest Scout vehicles, including the first and last production Scout vehicles.  

During the event, Scout Motors CEO Scott Keogh presented the company’s vision for the brand’s future, focusing on its legacy of exploration and community. The event included the unveiling of the new Scout Traveler™ SUV and Scout Terra™ truck concepts and the announcement of a “Harvester™” range extended concept that uses a small gasoline engine for generating usable electricity in the vehicle. (source)

Scout Motors also announced it will sell directly to customers and service vehicles itself, following the model adopted by competitors Tesla, Rivian and Polestar, rather than use a franchise dealer network. As Scout Motors does not, and has never had, franchise dealers, it is not bound by the franchise dealer system and can maintain a direct, customer-centric relationship with Scout vehicle owners.  The National Automobile Dealers Association responded that it would challenge this decision using legal and political means.[11][12]

On November 12, 2024, Scout Motors announced it would utilize a new zonal architecture built by the Volkswagen Group-Rivian joint venture (Rivian and VW Group Technology, LLC) in their vehicles to complement their Scout Community UX™, i.e. interface system. [27] source

In January 2025, Scout Motors made its first major trade show appearance at CES 2025 in Las Vegas. JackScoutMotors (talk) 20:07, 28 February 2025 (UTC)

Proposed edits to the Scout Motors Locations Section

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Factory

On March 3, 2023, Scout Motors announced plans to build a $2 billion factory capable of producing 200,000 EVs a year in Blythewood, South Carolina.[14] The factory will employ up to 4,000 people[15] and it will manufacture the Scout Motor's first two vehicles: a mid-size off-road focused SUV and a pickup truck that are scheduled to be launched in late 2027.[16]

R&D

Scout Motors' announced in December 2023 that it would open its first R&D facility sometime in 2024. Scout selected Novi, Michigan as the site of the new facility. Scout Motors indicated that it expects to employ roughly 200 people once the R&D facility becomes operational.[17][18]

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Change header of section from Locations to "Facilities"

Production Center

On March 3, 2023, Scout Motors announced plans to build a $2 billion factory capable of producing 200,000 vehicles a year in Blythewood, South Carolina.[13] The factory is targeted to employ more than 4,000 people [14] and it will manufacture Scout Motors’ first two vehicles: the Scout Traveler™ SUV and Scout Terra™ truck that are scheduled to launch in late 2027.[15]

While the Production Center is under construction, the company’s Production, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams call the temporary BullStreet District office home in Columbia, South Carolina. [21] source

Innovation Center

In December 2023, Scout Motors announced it would open its first R&D facility in Novi, Michigan [16] [17]. The Scout Motors Innovation Center is now fully operational and home to the growing Product, Design, and Engineering teams and members of cross-functional support teams. [21] source

Offices

The Scout Motors Corporate Office in Fremont, California, is home to the Growth, Software Engineering, and User Experience teams. [21] source

The Scout Motors Corporate Office in Tysons, Virginia, is the current home to its corporate functions, including Legal, People, and Finance teams. [21] source JackScoutMotors (talk) 20:12, 28 February 2025 (UTC)

Proposed edits and additions to the Scout Motors Models Section

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Scout Motors debuted two concepts on October 24, 2024, one of which is the Terra, a pickup truck, and the other is the Traveler, an SUV. They are expected to release in late 2027 as a 2028 model.[19] Reservations are currently available in the United States and Canada. [20]

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Models

Scout Motors debuted two production-intent vehicle concepts source on October 24, 2024, the Scout® Traveler™ SUV and Scout® Terra™ truck. They intend to offer battery electric (BEV) and extended-range electric (EREV) powertrains and begin production in 2027. Both are expected to release in late 2027 as 2028 models.[18] Reservations are currently available in the United States and Canada. [19] source source

Scout® Traveler™ SUV

The Scout® Traveler™ SUV all-electric version will offer consumers a projected 350-mile range on a single charge and a range-extended version with its proprietary Harvester™ energy system, projected to be capable of exceeding 500 miles. [22][23] Specifications for both options state a 0-60 mph time in 3.5 seconds with nearly 1,000 lb.-ft. of torque, a towing capacity of more than 7,000 pounds, a payload of nearly 2,000 pounds, more than 12 inches of ground clearance, and a fording depth of almost three feet. [22][23] source source

When it’s time to charge, the Scout® Traveler™ SUV will support the North American Charging Standard (NACS) and utilizes an 800-volt architecture with up to 350 kW charging capability. [23] source

The overall design resembles modernized versions of International Scout vehicles. Design features include similar characteristics such as ‘the black mask on the front and rear fasciase, emulating the classic SUV’s rectangular grille and indent in the tailgate’, as well as paying homage to the International Scout vehicles with the shape of side windows and lights. [18]. The interiors of the vehicles feature large horizontal screens, analog buttons, soft-touch materials and the option for a three-person bench seat up front. [22] [23] [24] source source

Scout® Terra™ Truck

The Scout® Terra™ truck will also offer consumers both a fully electric version with a projected 350-mile range and a range-extended version with its proprietary Harvester™ energy system, projected to be capable of exceeding 500 miles. [22] [24] When it’s time to charge, the Terra truck will support the North American Charging Standard (NACS) and utilize 800V fast charging and vehicle-to-load (V2L) functionality, allowing it to serve as a backup power source. source

The Terra truck is projected to have more than 12 inches of ground clearance, up to 35-inch factory tires, and a fording depth of nearly three feet. Performance-wise, it’s projected to offer nearly 1,000 lb.-ft. of torque, a 0-60 mph time in as low as 3.5 seconds, and more than a 10,000-pound towing capacity. It features a 5.5-foot pickup bed, multiple power outlets, and an optional off-road package with enhanced suspension, lighting, and recovery equipment.[26] source

Its design is meant to blend heritage cues and modern utility, incorporating physical toggle switches, analog knobs, and an optional front bench seat reminiscent of the International Scout II. [24][26] source source JackScoutMotors (talk) 20:23, 28 February 2025 (UTC)