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VW Group sets up battle with dealers over Scout Motors’ direct-to-consumer plans

Scout Motors CEO Scott Keogh
Scout Motors CEO Scott Keogh unveils the Traveler SUV and Terra pickup as production-intent concepts. (RUDY SCHORK/AUTOMOTIVE NEWS)
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By:
Jack Walsworth
Last Updated
October 25, 2024 02:35 PM

NASHVILLE — After more than two years of secrecy, Scout Motors, in one fell swoop, provided long-awaited clarity on its upcoming body-on-frame SUV and pickup.

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