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Though it disappeared over 40 years ago, International Harvester is a mythical brand in North America thanks in part to the Scout, one of the world's first SUVs. Now, Scout Motors is back under Volkswagen as an all-new marque and just revealed its first two models: the Terra pickup and Traveler SUV. Both use a brand-new EV platform and will start at under $60,000 before incentives when production launches in 2027. Scout motors says its "priority was to honor the spirit of the original Scout," sold by International from 1961 to 1980 in various forms. Though the Traveler and Terra clearly have modern designs, they use rounded contours and a "black mask" on the front and rear fascias to invoke the older models. They also come with separate bumpers and upward-sweeping side windows, again reminiscent of the classic Scout. ANDREW TRAHAN PHOTOGRAPHY LLC Other design elements are fully modern, like a thin LED strip around the "grill" and rectangular headlights bisected by slim daytime running lights. (The models shown here are 85 percent of what we'll see in final production vehicles, Scout said). The original Scout and International 150 pickup were practical and tough (we called it "Inter-smashable" back in the day), and the new models will keep some of those aspects. Both have body-on-frame construction with a solid rear axle, along with front and rear locking hubs for off-road use. They'll offer 2,000 pounds of payload along with 7,000 pounds of towing capacity for the Traveler and 10,000 pounds for the Terra pickup. Both will come with all-wheel drive via front and rear electric motors. ANDREW TRAHAN PHOTOGRAPHY LLC That should keep working and outdoorsy buyers happy, but the vehicles can also raise your hairs. Both will accelerate from 0-60 MPH in 3.5 seconds thanks to an estimated 1,000 pound-feet of torque and four-wheel-drive system, though Scout has yet to provide a top speed. The base trim package will offer up to 350 miles of range while the extended range version is effectively a hybrid that will go up to 500 miles using a gas-powered range extender. Charging times aren't mentioned, but they'll use an 800-volt architecture that supports up to 350 kW speeds. It will also feature bidirectional charging and vehicle-to-home capabilities, along with over-the-air updates and remote diagnostics. Scout Motors The cabin is as far as it can be from the spartan interior on the originals. It looks luxurious and high-tech with a digital cluster and large displays, along with a promised "responsive" infotainment system and high-resolution backup cameras. At the same time, it comes with toggles and dials for climate and other controls. The seats and panels are covered with a mix of brown leather, fabric and a wood-like material. Both have a frunk with 120-volt and USB-C outlets and can fit golf clubs, a gym bag and a small cooler, Scout says. The Terra's 5.5-foot bed will also contain a 120- and 240-volt outlets for tools, compressors and the like. The Traveler, meanwhile, will have a split tailgate and come with two roof options. The first is a Cabana top with panels that fold back for open-air motoring, while the second is a glass roof with a powered shade. Both vehicles will be available with a front bench seat to increase passenger capacity. ANDREW TRAHAN PHOTOGRAPHY LLC Much like Tesla, Scout will sell its vehicles directly to consumers without a dealership in the middle. Purchasing one will take "minutes" with the company promising full price transparency and handling sales, delivery and service. You'll be able to check them out in person at dedicated "Scout Workshop" retail and service locations. Both models are designed and engineered in Michigan and will be built at a new factory in Columbia, South Carolina by some 4,000 workers. Production starts in 2027 with vehicles arriving for the 2028 model year. Prices will start under $60,000, according to Scout Motors, and reservations are now open. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/transportation/evs/vws-scout-ev-revival-starts-with-an-suv-and-a-pickup-120042790.html?src=rss
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We finally got an iPad Mini refresh, and it's not particularly exciting. But that's fine! It's still a useful little tablet, and now thanks to the A17 Pro chip, it's already ready for upcoming Apple Intelligence features. In this episode, Engadget Deputy Editor Nathan Ingraham joins to discuss what he liked about the new iPad Mini, and what he hopes Apple will eventually fix in future models. Also, we chat about Netflix abandoning its AAA game studio, and why over 10,500 artists signed a letter against AI training. Listen below or subscribe on your podcast app of choice. If you've got suggestions or topics you'd like covered on the show, be sure to email us or drop a note in the comments! And be sure to check out our other podcast, Engadget News! Subscribe! iTunes Spotify Pocket Casts Stitcher Google Podcasts Topics The refreshed iPad Mini is playing it safe and thats totally fine 0:58 Netflix closes Team Blue, its attempt at a AAA game studio 24:16 Over 10,000 of the worlds top artists sign a letter protesting AI training using their work 28:27 X Terms of Service changes on account blocking, AI training spurs a fresh wave of Bluesky signups 30:07 Ronald D. Moore (Outlander, Battlestar Galactica) chosen to helm Amazons God of War series 38:35 Working on 42:11 Pop culture picks 43:17 Livestream Credits Hosts: Devindra Hardawar and Ben EllmanGuest: Nathan IngrahamProducer: Ben Ellman Music: Dale North and Terrence O'BrienThis article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/mobile/engadget-podcast-the-new-ipad-mini-is-boring-and-thats-okay-113045384.html?src=rss
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If youre fluent with concepts like release schedules and calendars, you may notice Apple hasnt updated its computers in a while. Its nearly a full year since the iMac and MacBook Pro got speed bumps, and just over a year for the Mac Pro and Mac Studio. Now, Apples head of marketing, Greg Joswiak, has announced an exciting week of announcements, from Monday. Its easy to assume well see those models getting pushed from variants of the M3 to the M4. Given the M4s focus on AI, expect plenty of attention on Apple Intelligence, which comes to users as part of iOS 18.1s update at the same time. That each model is likely to be announced piecemeal across the week, rather than at one glitzy event, suggests we wont see too many other big changes. The rumor suggests only the Mac Mini will get a major hardware revision, shrinking its chassis to a far smaller footprint. If Im honest, Im secretly hoping the Mac Mini doesnt become the same size as an Apple TV model, which has been hinted at. Especially if it means saddling us with a beefy power brick to clutter the floor instead. Dan Cooper Get this delivered daily direct to your inbox. Subscribe right here! News in Brief iOS 18.2 has a child-safety feature to blur nude content and report it to AppleIt uses on-device machine learning. Good Omens final season will have only one episodeCreator Neil Gaiman has stepped back from the show. Yooka-Laylee remaster rolling to all consoles, including Nintendos next systemIts called Yooka Re-Playee. Your Balatro deck can now feature Binding of Isaac charactersIm still refusing to learn what Balatro is, sorry. Google Photos will show when images have been modified with AIIf your friends suddenly developing extra hands wasnt a big enough clue. The UKs antitrust regulator will formally investigate Alphabets $2.3 billion Anthropic investmentIts also (briefly) looked into Amazons investment in the same company. Latest UN report demands unprecedented emissions cuts to salvage climate goals The longer you shilly-shally, the harder the pain will be. The UN has published a new report on the climate crisis. It can be best summed up as are you even listening? It analyzed the latest round of international commitments and believes were on course to hit 2.6 degrees Celsius of warming. If we want to avoid climate events of Biblical proportions, were going to need to curb emissions far more aggressively. Continue Reading. Samsung Galaxy S24 FE review: A great phone, but I wish it was cheaper Does Samsung know why it bothers making Fan Edition phones? Igor Bonifacic for Engadget After each flagship phone launch, Samsung releases a Fan Edition, offering most of the same features in a slightly cheaper package. Engadgets Igor Bonifacic put the new Galaxy S24 FE through its paces and found, like its predecessors, its a bit pointless. After all, you can pick up a no-compromise version of the handset for almost the same price when it goes on sale. Continue Reading. President Biden sets up new AI guardrails for military, intelligence agencies Including a ban on giving AI control over nuclear weapons. The White House has issued a memorandum outlining where AI should and shouldnt be used in military and intelligence applications. That includes a prohibition on giving AI systems the ability to launch nuclear weapons, profile people and grant asylum. Now all we need to do is make sure the AI doesnt get smart enough to trick people into making those decisions on its behalf. Continue Reading. Blueskys upcoming premium plan wont give paid users special treatment Good. Bluesky Bluesky has revealed its plans to make money without simply handing the platform over to advertisers. It will offer a premium subscription that lets users customize their profiles, upload higher-quality video and generally get a warm and fuzzy feeling. Hopefully, the users who flocked to Bluesky from that place will appreciate it enough to pay to keep the lights on. Continue Reading.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/general/the-morning-after-engadget-newsletter-111515857.html?src=rss
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