Scout, with over 150,000 reservations for their Traveler SUV and Terra Truck, is quickly heading toward full production aimed to start by the beginning of 2027. Test mules have been spotted out and about around the factory in South Carolina. Many things were stated when the SUV and Truck were first revealed back in 2024.

Here we are in 2026 and less than a year away from full production of these EVs. Let's dig into an update on what the details are for the Traveler and Terra.

Shared Specs: Traveler SUV & Terra Truck

First, let's start with some basic details that cover both the SUV and truck.

• EV version will go 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 3.5 seconds
• Extended Range generator versions will go 0 to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds
  • Acceleration capabilities Scout reminds us will depend on final vehicle configuration, equipment, etc. The numbers supplied is an empty vehicle with a driver.
• SUV and Truck are both estimated to produce at least 1,000 lb-ft of torque through the electronic drive units.
• Projected payload capacity is 2,000 lbs for both the SUV and Truck.
• Battery size for EV only will be 120 - 130 kWh size
  • Estimated range of 350 miles
• Range Extender models will be 60 - 70 kWh size
  • Estimated range of 500 plus miles
• American Axle is the supplier for the front and rear electronic drive axle units.
• Off-road capabilities have been stated as follows:

  • They are projected to come standard with dual-motors for four-wheel drive, a solid rear axle, a locking rear differential, and off-road drive modes. Plus, the bumpers and rockers are separated from the body and are designed to act as protective elements.

  • For even more capability, customers will be able to select an optional off-road package, which includes off-road tires, special shock tuning, a locking front differential, and more. Scout vehicles will also offer a front sway bar disconnect, designed to improve wheel articulation, comfort, and traction on uneven terrain – offering the best of both on-road and off-road handling. Final details will be confirmed as we approach production.

• Type of Differential: A standard mechanical-locking rear differential. A mechanical-locking front differential will be part of an optional off-road package.

• Scout vehicles are designed to come standard with a dual-motor, four-wheel drive system. The rear motor is paired with a standard solid rear axle for enhanced capability and durability.

• Each Scout will come with a spare tire:

  • Scout Traveler: Offers a rear-mounted spare tire carrier that seamlessly integrates into the vehicle’s body and rear design. It can hold a full-size spare up to 35 inches with minimal impact on aerodynamics.

  • Scout Terra: Offers an underbody spare tire carrier for up to 33-inch tires, with an option for a 35-inch all-terrain tire carrier mounted in the bed.

• Scout will use an 800V high-voltage architecture with fast charging capable of up to 350 kW.

• Physical controls: Scout has confirmed that market research has stated that while a big screen is desired for feedback to the end user, a mechanical tactile experience is preferred. Scout has confirmed the following:

  • Mechanical door handles

  • Mechanical grab bars

  • Mechanical switches / dials for traditional things such as heat, cooling, radio, defrost, windows, etc.—a real hands-on experience

• Scout platform is an all-new ladder-frame chassis designed for long-term durability and reliability on- and off-road.

• Suspension is currently still not stated, but Scout has stated that they will offer an optional air springs system with active damping working with the solid rear axle.

• All Scout vehicles will come with USB-C for easy access to all seats and 120V outlets.

• Scout vehicles are expected to handle up to 100% grade.

• Water fording capabilities are projected to handle three feet of water depth.

• Multiple Roof options with powered shade, open-air options with privacy and thermal control.

• Seating options

  • Captain chairs with multifunctional center console or front bench seat.

• Community UX interface

  • The Community UX ecosystem will prioritize simplicity and convenience. Instead of hiding features in complex menus, it will combine tactile buttons and knobs with a responsive, right-sized digital interface. This will ensure intuitive and low-effort interactions for all users.

  • The system will also offer three customizable information modes:
    • Detailed View: For those who love diving into vehicle data.
    • Default Mode: Displays essential information for easy, stress-free driving.
    • Detox Mode: Minimizes distractions with a clean, simple display.

Scout Terra Truck Specs & Dimensions

Details specific to the Terra Truck.

• Rear retractable window
• Towing Capacity of 10,000 lbs
• Pickup Dimensions

  • Length: 229.2 in

  • Width Without Mirrors: 79.9 in

  • Width With Mirrors: 91.6 in

  • Max Height (with Antenna): 77.7 in

  • Wheelbase: 148.6 in

  • Max Ground Clearance: 12+ in

  • Bed Length: 66 in (5.5 ft) 

  • Cab to Bumper: 71.7 in

  • Offered Tire Size: 35 in

Scout Traveler SUV Specs & Dimensions

Details specific to the Traveler SUV.

• Split Tailgate
• Towing capacity of 7,000 lbs
• SUV Dimensions

  • Length With Spare Wheel Carrier: 207.9 in

  • Length Without Spare Wheel Carrier: 190.9 in

  • Width Without Mirrors: 79.9 in

  • Width With Mirrors: 91.6 in

  • Max Height (with Antenna): 76.3 in

  • Wheelbase: 120.4 in

  • Max Ground Clearance: 12+ in

  • Offered Tire Size: 35 in

Scout has confirmed that the Traveler SUV will go into production first and then the Terra Truck. Scout has been mum about if they will support Android Auto / Apple Carplay. A big question that has not been answered yet is will the Scout EVs have a heat pump or not. 

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In addition, Scout Motors has started a community to enable people to talk about both old and new Scout products, ask questions and explore the world of Scout. Scout Motors Community

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Two years in the making, President and CEO, Scout Motors, Scott Keogh made the following statement:

“Two years in the making, the day has finally come to share the next generation of Scout vehicles with the world. The original core idea — rugged, versatile vehicles capable of off-road adventure and family duty — is more relevant than ever. We couldn’t be prouder to revitalize this iconic American brand, create thousands of American jobs, and put American ingenuity back to work.”

In revealing the all-new electric Scout Traveler SUV and Scout Terra truck concepts, Scout ushers in a new era of EVs with the following bold statement:

• A bold, iconic design with multifunctional spaces built for gathering and connection; the Connection Machine™
• Body-on-frame chassis, solid rear axle, and front and rear mechanical lockers deliver robust capability and off-road performance
• Projected towing of over 7,000 pounds for the Scout Traveler and over 10,000 pounds for the Scout Terra, both with nearly 2,000 pounds of payload
• Anticipated 0-60 miles per hour (mph) in as quick as 3.5 seconds is made possible by an estimated nearly 1,000 lb.-ft. of torque through the four-wheel-drive system
• Scout vehicle software will be built upon a modern zonal architecture, enabling over-the-air updates, remote diagnostic, and enhanced customer lifetime value
• Fully electric models are anticipated to offer up to 350 miles of range, extended range variants are projected to offer more than 500 miles of range through a built-in, gas-powered generator
• An exclusive Scout Motors sales and service network will provide direct sales from Scout Motors to customers and embraces the same modern, seamless, customer-first philosophy that defines Scout vehicles
• Traveler entry model starting as low as $50,000 with available incentives, with retail prices starting under $60,000.3 Terra entry model starting as low as $51,500 with available incentives, with retail prices starting under $60,000.3 Initial production targeted for 2027. 
• Consumers can make a reservation to order their Scout Traveler or Scout Terra beginning at 6:30 p.m. EDT on October 24, 2024, at www.scoutmotors.com

 

Engineered for work and play, the Scout Traveler and Terra offer up to 35-inch tires, over 1 foot of ground clearance, nearly 3 feet of water fording capability, front sway bar disconnect, front and rear mechanical lockers, competitive approach and departure angles and robust competition suspension options.

Modern Auto tools for today can be ordered in two formats, 100 percent battery electric offering up to 350 miles of pure EV range or in range extended configuration allowing more than 500 miles of range with a built-in gas generator. Both systems will preserve the Scout off-road characteristics and packaging benefits of a pure electric powertrain. Both power train options will ensure Scout Motors can respond to an evolving market demand.

All Scout Motor vehicles will come standard with the NACS (North America Charging Standard) port, 800-volt architecture, 350 kilowatt charging that is also bi-directional. Scout will leverage over-the-air (OTA) software architecture updates, snappy touchscreen interface, high-resolution camera views and personalization for an ultimate user experience.

Scout vehicles will have gold club fitting front trunks (Frunks), multiple 120V outlets, USB-C power ports and for the Terra truck a 5 1/2ft bed that will have two 120V and a single 240V outlets in the bed for heavy duty tool usage on the job site or home appliance usage for power outages at home or whatever you desires might be for plugged in options.

Scout Motors has listened and been guided by the customer. The EREV (extended range electric vehicle) system is called Harvester.  The gas-powered generator delivers on a refuel anywhere you can find a pump or plug, while maintaining the packaging and performance benefits of an electric vehicle. The Harvester energy system delivers the benefits the customers have asked for in their lifestyle that works for them.

Scout Motors

Scout, originally was a product line of International Harvester, which merged into Navistar International and then via the purchase of Navistar International by Traton Truck division, part of the Volkswagen family. Ownership of the Scout product line has given VW the ability to bring back a focused EV division of desire by North American Consumers.

The Scout product line started in 1961 with the Scout 80 pickup truck and continued with Scout products till 1980.

1961 Scout Pickup

International Harvester created the Scout product line as a competitor to Jeep. This started with the above 2-door pickup truck with fold down front windshield. International Harvester started with production of commercial trucks and pickups in 1907 with the company adding an actual 1953 people hauler called the International Travelall, a competitor to the Chevrolet Suburban.

In the 1950's International Harvester began a focused design of a competitor for the 2-door Jeep CJ 4x4 which had great success due to GI's returning form WWII buying them for personal use supporting Jeep's transition from a War manufacturer to a retail seller of 4x4s. 

After the pickup truck, it did not take International long to expand into the SUV side also. History overview of the International Harvester Scout can be had by visiting the following webpage, SCOUT.

Fast forward to 2016 when VW purchased a $2.9 billion dollar stake in Navistar to compete in the North American heavy truck market. VW continued over the following few years to buy additional stock till on January 30th, 2020 with a 16.8% holding of Navistar, VW offered $35 per share to purchase Navistar and fold it into the Traton Commercial Truck division. This gave VW the rights to the Scout name and all associated product that was still kept under the control of Navistar.

Fast Forward to May 2022, the Volkswagen Group announced that it was incorporating Scout Motors and Scott Keogh was to be the president and CEO along with a Scout board of directors as they would be creating an EV portfolio for the U.S. market.

Today, Scout Motors has an online presence with social media, and a brand-owned community forum.

Scout Motors

Scout has announced that with a nod to the past and a focus on the future, they will communicate with an honest style and intuitive user interface that will allow all those interested to navigate with ease the upcoming world of SCOUT!

Scout Motors Community Forums

Scout built this forum site to give an online meeting place for members of past and future Scouts to engage with the Scout Motors team , offering feedback, suggestions and inspiration for the future of Scout. With these feedback, Scout Motors has released the following teasers of the soon to be revealed Scout SUV and Pickup Truck EVs.

A true nod to the history of Scout while embracing the future of the Automotive world. 

Many might think that Scout Motors will use the VW MEB platform that is also being used by Ford, VW, Audi and Porsche. Scout Motors has not committed to using this platform and has stated that they are looking at a more rugged platform for long term EV production.

Scott Keogh, CEO of Scout Motors had this to say: "The Scout enthusiast community has preserved Scout heritage.  Since 1980, these owners and fans have kept Scout alive.  We're excited to be a part of the community and want to foster interaction and exchange as we reimagine this American icon." "We started this forum to nurture an open dialogue with our community members, to hear what they expect in all-new Scout vehicles, and to build a central location where past, present, and future Scout enthusiasts can come together as one."

Scout Motors has created a Scout Registry to chronicle vehicle history, ownership and unique builds. This allows Scout owners to create their own Scout Registry Entry with the ability to upload a description of their Scout and photos, share personal Scout stories and welcome new Scout owners as Scout's all-new, all-electric truck and SUV begins.

Scout Motors has the following company-focused message:

To honor where we've come from.

To unlock the potential of what lies ahead.

To show our land the respect it deserves.

To lift up our communities and haul their heaviest burdens.

To lead the charge into the great unknown.

Scouts go first, Scouts go farther, Scouts always come back to lead the way.

We are carrying on the everlasting spirit.

We are Scout Motors!

We're making the next generation of all-electric trucks and rugged SUVs for American drivers.

With this statement from Scout Motors, released a major press release on Friday March 3rd, 2023. South Carolina has been chosen for Scout Motors first EV production site.

Columbia, South Carolina, USA will be Scout Motors Inc. first EV production site building next-generation lifestyle trucks and rugged SUVs. This is a $2 billion dollar investment that will create up to 4,000 or more permanent jobs with a full capacity of more than 200,000 vehicles annually.

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster had the following statement: “Scout Motors will provide thousands of South Carolinians with previously un-imagined opportunities and prosperity for generations to come. The Palmetto State, with its rich history, superior people, and sterling automotive manufacturing reputation, is the perfect place to re-start this iconic American brand.”

The Scout Motors Inc. site is approximately 1,600 acres, with the plant itself occupying 1,100 acres. Bordered by the I-77 and Blythewood Road, with a strategic location that is less than 20 miles north of Columbia, near major cities and talent hubs such as Charleston, Sharlotte, Greenville, and Atlanta. This site gives Scout unrivalled access to major highways, ports for movement of materials and finished products while also providing access to universities focused on automotive engineering and software development. Groundbreaking is to commence 2023 with production to begin by the end of 2026 if not sooner.

Scout Motors is an independent U.S. company, backed by the Volkswagen Group, with an experienced Board of Directors, including Dr. Gernot Doellner, Head of Group Strategy at Volkswagen AG, and Peter Bosch, member of the Bentley Motors Board for Manufacturing.

Scout Motors is headquartered in Tysons, Virgina. Retail sales of the Scout Truck and SUV will occur soon as the company moves forward with setting up sales for pre-orders. 

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