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‘700 miles of range’: What Ford and Ram replaced their EV pickups with
- Trucks from Ford, Ram and Scout will introduce extended-range electric pickups using series-hybrid designs to boost EV-like range.
- EREVs use a larger battery charged by a gasoline generator, delivering more EV-only driving than typical hybrids.
- Ram and Scout expect about 150 miles of EV-only driving before the gas generator engages.
- Scout Motors plans the Harvester EREV with most reservations reportedly for the electric version.
- Analysts say EREVs could help customers try EVs without full commitment, given range and charging concerns.
- Ford’s F-150 Lightning remains the top-selling EV pickup, but Ford has not confirmed a specific EREV launch date.
- Manufacturers see EREVs as potentially cheaper upfront than full EVs for similar range.
- Production timelines place Ram in late 2026 and Scout in 2027, with pricing for Scout starting under $60,000.
- Critics warn EREVs may still emit pollution and require maintenance like traditional vehicles.
- Analysts note EREVs add complexity and may require maintenance similar to gas vehicles.
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