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Originally Posted by Martinjlm
The difference between the first generation of EREVs and the upcoming second generation of EREVs (Ram 1500 REV, Scout, Ford's upcoming Lightning replacement) is that the new generation will be engineered to maintain battery state of charge (SOC) in an optimal range. When EV batteries get low on SOC they also have reduced capability (system hp, towing / hauling capability). So by engineering the ICE generator to turn on when they approach the optimal breakpoint, the vehicle can maintain optimal towing capability and/or acceleration capability for much longer. In my personal opinion, this is a killer app for towing.
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https://www.autoblog.com/news/scout-...-could-drop-50
Not sure if this counts as a "second gen " EREV or not. Pretty much relegated to "lifestyle vehicle" status if they can't tow more than this.
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Electric pickup and SUV maker Scout Motors recently drew the ire of potential customers with the announcement that its pickup truck’s advertised tow rating could drop by 50 percent when equipped with a gasoline-powered range-extender. While this system increases overall range from 350 to 500 miles, the announcement that the Scout Terra pickup’s tow rating could drop from 10,000 lbs to about 5,000 lbs has not gone down well with prospective buyers, especially those with hauling or towing requirement
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