Scout trademarks lineup of historic nameplates

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Scout Motors, a subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group, is making preparations for its upcoming market debut by securing trademarks for a comprehensive array of potential names for their electric off-road vehicles.

As reported by Autoblog, Scout Motors has initiated trademark applications for no fewer than 29 vehicle designations with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Among these appellations are several with historical significance, including “Scout 80,” which harks back to the inaugural Scout model introduced by International Harvester in the year 1960. Furthermore, trademarks have been sought for “Scout 800” and “Scout II.”

In addition to these historic designations, the trademark filings encompass names related to option packages or variations connected to the original Scout models, which were manufactured by International Harvester, a company primarily renowned for its agricultural machinery and commercial trucks, up until the year 1980. These designations encompass a wide range, such as “Aristocrat,” “Rallye,” “Sno-Star,” “Sportstar,” “SR-2,” “SSII,” “Spirit,” “Super Scout,” “Terra,” “Terrastar,” “Trailstar,” “Travelstar,” “Travelstar XL,” and “Traveltop.”

Of notable interest are several designations that appear to pay homage to the agricultural heritage of the original Scout manufacturer, including “Baler,” “Cultivator,” “Forma,” “Grade,” “Harrow,” “Hauler,” “Reaper,” “Scythe,” “Swather,” “Tellus,” and “Thresher.” Moreover, Scout has also secured the “Carolina” designation, which aligns with the fact that Scout’s electric vehicles are slated for production at a state-of-the-art factory located near Columbia, South Carolina. This ambitious project will involve an investment of nearly $2 billion, with Volkswagen indicating the potential to manufacture up to 200,000 vehicles annually at this facility.

Volkswagen introduced the Scout brand in the year 2022 and appointed former CEO of VW Group of America, Scott Keogh, to lead this endeavor. The acquisition of the Scout name by the German automaker occurred as part of its purchase of Navistar, the successor company to International Harvester, in the year 2020. Looking forward, the 21st-century Scout lineup will include a robust electric SUV and pickup truck, with the initial concept vehicle slated for unveiling in the year 2024.

Scott Keogh recently confirmed that the development of the Scout SUV and pickup is being undertaken in collaboration with Magna International. The Scout CEO has also indicated that the SUV is anticipated to be the first to launch, likely in the year 2026, with a target price range of around $40,000.

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• Scout Motors Official Website
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• Magna International Official Website
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• Volkswagen’s Acquisition of Navistar