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Rolls-Royce commemorates Goldfinger with one-off Phantom
The Rolls-Royce Phantom Goldfinger features a solid 18-carat gold bar in the center console Movie references are littered throughout the Phantom Goldfinger’s bespoke design touches Aston Martin also paid tribute to the “Goldfinger” movie with a special-edition DB12 James Bond’s Aston Martin DB5 rightfully gets the most attention, but it’s not the…
Ford developing second midgate pass-through design
Ford has submitted another patent application for a pickup truck midgate, with more variations on the design of a feature normally associated with rival General Motors. The first patent application appeared earlier this year, showing a design similar to what GM has used previously. This second patent—published by the United States Patent and…
Audi A2 E-Tron restomod EV remixes forward-thinking city car
Audi commemorated the 25th anniversary of its cult-classic A2 hatchback by converting one into an EV. The Audi A2 E-Tron is a one-off project undertaken by apprentices. It’s not the first such project; Audi apprentices previously converted an NSU Prinz 4 from one of the automaker’s predecessor brands into a speedy EV concept to mark 150 years of…
Scout returns with Traveler SUV and Terra pickup EVs due in 2027
Traveler SUV and Terra pickup truck will relaunch vintage Scout brand Prices to start at about $60,000, but the American-made EVs will qualify for current tax credits Reservations open Oct. 24, and Scout requires a $100 refundable deposit Scout Motors debuted two new electric vehicle concepts planned for production in 2027, the new brand owned by…
GMC Sierra EV recalled because turn signals may be too dim
The 2024 GMC Sierra EV full-size electric pickup truck is already being recalled because other road users might not be able to see its turn signals.
General Motors is recalling 1,962 of the trucks because the front signal lights and parking lights may be too similar in their levels of brightness, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This could make it too difficult to see the turn signals when they’re activated, which could lead to confusion and crashes.
2024 GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition 1
GM estimates that 100% of recalled vehicles have this issue, which was first spotted by one of the automaker’s engineers and is attributed to a supplier not performing proper calculations of the luminosity of the turn signals and parking lights.
The remedy is replacement of the headlights’ multipurpose LED driver module, work dealers will perform free of charge. GM plans to mail owner notification letters Nov. 25. Owners can also contact GM customer service at 888-988-7267 for more information. The automaker’s reference number for this recall is N242474560.
2024 GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition 1
Deliveries of the Sierra EV only began in August, starting with a special Denali Edition 1 launch version that costs $99,495—a few thousand less than the price suggested when the Sierra EV was first shown in 2022. The launch model’s 440-mile EPA range is about 10% more than originally suggested.
Denali Edition 1 models have an adaptive air suspension, rear-wheel steering, and the CrabWalk feature from the GMC Hummer EV. The latter distinguishes the Sierra EV from the top-spec Chevrolet Silverado EV RST. Like their internal-combustion counterparts, the Chevy and GMC electric trucks are essentially twins, with the main differences coming down to styling and some feature content.
Lamborghini Temerario chassis has half the structural components used in Huracán
Lamborghini Temerario debuts new aluminum spaceframe chassis Chassis is lighter and stiffer than Huracán’s design Temerario starts sales in early 2025 with pricing from about $360,000 Lamborghini unveiled the Temerario in August as the successor to the Huracán, and the new supercar has big shoes to fill considering the Huracán…
Scout Terra vs. Rivian R1T: How the off-road electric trucks stack up
Scouts are known as the off-road SUVs built by International-Harvester from 1961 to 1980. Now, the Volkswagen Group is reviving the Scout name as both an SUV and a pickup truck. On Thursday, the electric Scout Terra truck debuted in production-intent concept form providing a look at the Rivian R1T’s most serious rival. Scout said the concept…
Scout Traveler vs. Rivian R1S: Comparing electric SUVs
The first true challenger to Rivian’s R1S off-road electric family hauler has come out of the shadows. VW’s Scout will be developing its off-road electric SUV aiming squarely at Rivian R1S.
Years away, the electric Scout Traveler SUV will be the most direct Rivian R1S rival when it arrives, which is targeted to happen in 2027.
Scout said the Traveler shown is a concept that is 85% production intent. Here’s a look at how the Scout SUV stacks up against the Rivian.
What are the Scout Traveler and Rivian R1S?
How much does the Scout Traveler and Rivian R1S cost?
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The Rivian R1S costs $77,700 including an $1,800 destination charge, and it can be optioned up to about $110,000 today.
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Quad-motor models returning next year will check in at about $120,000.
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Scout said the Traveler will cost less than $60,000, though originally the electric SUV was said to start in the $40,000s.
Scout Traveler SUV concept
Which has more range: the Scout Traveler or Rivian R1S?
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Rivian goes the distance, with between 270 and 410 miles of EPA-rated range.
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Scout said the Traveler will have up to 350 miles of range.
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Scout will offer a Harvester option on the Traveler, which adds a range-extender. Scout said the range-extender has no mechanical connection to the wheels, and gives the Traveler up to 500 miles of driving range with the small gas engine acting as a generator.
What size battery does the Traveler and Rivian R1S have?
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The Rivian R1S can be had with a 92.5- 109.4-, or 141.5-kwh (usable) battery pack.
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Scout hasn’t talked battery pack sizes for the Traveler, yet.
How fast do the Scout Traveler and Rivian R1S charge?
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The Rivian R1S runs a 400-volt electrical architecture and has a max charge rate of 220 kw.
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Scout said the Traveler runs on a more future-ready 800-volt electrical architecture with project peak charge rate of 350 kw.
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The Rivian R1S has bidirectional charging capabilities, and Scout said the Traveler will as well.
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The Scouts will launch with Tesla’s NACS charge port; Rivians currently have CCS charge ports
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Rivians already have Tesla Supercharger access via an adapter.
How many motors does the Scout Traveler and Rivian R1S have?
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Rivian R1S can be optioned with dual-, tri-, or quad-motor powertrains with power outputs ranging from 533 hp to 1,025 hp and up to 1,198 lb-ft of torque.
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Scouts will have two motors, one per axle, with up to nearly 1,000 lb-ft of torque. Scout isn’t talking hp at this time.
Which is quicker: the Scout Traveler or the Rivian R1S?
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The Rivian R1S is quicker, by a lot.
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Rivian R1S can do 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds or as little as 2.5 seconds depending on the powertrain.
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Scout said the Traveler will do 0-60 mph in 3.5 seconds.
Scout Traveler SUV and Terra pickup concepts
How large are the Scout Traveler and Rivian R1S and how many do they hold?
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At 207.9 inches long the Scout Traveler is 7.1 inches longer than the Rivian R1S.
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Every Rivian R1S has seating for seven passengers with two bucket seats up front, three seats on the second-row bench, and room for two in the standard third row.
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The Scout Traveler is a two-row SUV with seating for either five or six passengers.
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Scout Traveler buyers will choose between a pair of front bucket seats with a center console or three-person bench seat.
Scout Traveler SUV concept
Scout Traveler SUV concept
Scout Traveler SUV concept
What kind of controls do the Scout Traveler and Rivian R1S have?
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The Rivian R1S relies mostly on a 15.6-inch touchscreen, which is augmented by a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and 6.8-inch touchscreen for the second row.
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The Scout Traveler has a 16.2-inch touchscreen augmented by hard switches and dials for the climate control and auxiliary systems. A 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster sits in front of the driver.
When can I buy the Scout Traveler and Rivian R1S?
What kind of suspensions do the Scout Traveler and Rivian R1S have?
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The Rivian R1S features independent suspension at both ends.
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Rivian’s ride on an air suspension paired with a hydraulic kinetic anti-roll system, which replaces conventional anti-roll bars.
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The Scout Traveler has a solid rear axle with independent front suspension, but Scout hasn’t divulged full engineering details yet.
Where are the Scout Traveler and Rivian R1S made?
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The Rivian R1S is produced in Normal, Illinois.
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The Scout Traveler will be produced in South Carolina.
Are the Scout Traveler and Rivian R1S good off-road?
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Yes and probably.
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The Rivian R1S sends power to all four wheels, can be lifted to have 15.0 inches of ground clearance, and can ford up to 43.0 inches of standing water.
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The Scout Traveler will send power to all four wheels, have mechanical front lockers and front sway bar disconnect, both of which are things the Rivian lacks, will have over 12.0 inches of ground clearance, and will be able to ford nearly 36 inches of water.
How much can the Scout Traveler and Rivian R1S tow and haul?
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The Rivian R1S has a tow rating of 7,700 pounds and is rated to carry up to 1,764 pounds of payload.
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The Scout Traveler is expected to carry a tow rating of over 7,000 pounds and be rated to haul nearly 2,000 pounds of payload.
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Scout reveals electric Traveler SUV and Terra pickup, due in 2027
- The Scout Traveler SUV and Terra pickup arrive in 2027
- Scout said the EVs will have up to 350 miles of range; 500 miles with the range extender
- Pricing is said to start at under $60,000
Scout Motors on Thursday unveiled concept versions of an electric SUV and pickup truck the new Volkswagen Group brand aims to start manufacturing in 2027 at its new $2 billion South Carolina factory. The concepts are about 85% accurate to the production models, according to Scout.
The Scout Traveler SUV and Scout Terra pickup truck are based on a new body-on-frame platform that’s exclusive to the Scout, with four-wheel drive and a solid rear axle. The old school layout is intended to maximize off-road capability and towing capacity, which Scout estimates at more than 10,000 pounds for the pickup and 7,000 pounds for the SUV, with a maximum payload capacity of 2,000 pounds for both models.
Scout Traveler SUV concept
Body-on-frame construction also ties the Scout EVs to the original Scout trucks manufactured by International Harvester from 1961-1980. VW got the rights to the name through its acquisition of successor company Navistar in 2020. That’s also reflected in retro styling that references the original Scout vehicles with features like rectangular grilles and a kicked-up lower rear window line on the Traveler SUV, which will also be available with a Cabana Top offering a larger roof opening than a typical sunroof.
In contrast to the Volkswagen ID EVs, Scout also emphasizes tactility with mechanical door handles and analog controls. This should help contribute to Scout’s goal of easy repairability. The brand claims approximately 80% of repairs can be performed without having to go to a dealership.
Scout Traveler concept
A front bench seat is another throwback feature, although a conventional setup of front bucket seats with a center console will be available. Modern touches include a 16.2-inch touchscreen and 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster.
The Terra measures in at 229.2 inches long while the Traveler checks in at 207.9 inches long, and both models are 91.6 inches wide. Scout said both models are designed to accommodate 35-inch tires, offer over a foot of ground clearance, and can ford least three feet of water. They’ll also be offered with a front sway bar disconnect and front and rear mechanical lockers to further enhance off-road capability. On pavement, up to 1,000 lb-ft of torque will get the trucks from 0-60 mph in 3.5 seconds, Scout claims.
Scout Terra concept
Scout plans to offer all-electric and range extended versions of both models, the latter dubbed Harvester in reference to the original Scout’s manufacturer. All-electric versions will offer up to 350 miles of range and will use the Tesla North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector for DC fast charging from the start. Harvester range-extended models will have a driving range of 500 miles, according to Scout.
An 800-volt electrical architecture will accommodate fast-charging at up to 350 kw, as well as bidirectional charging. The Scout Terra pickup also houses two 120-volt outlets and one 240-volt outlet in its standard 5.5-foot bed. That bed can also accommodate a 35-inch spare tire with an optional carrier (the standard under-bed mounting point holds tires up to 33 inches) as can the Traveler SUV’s standard rear spare tire carrier.
Scout Traveler concept
Scout expects both models to start at under $60,000, which is a big hike from the $40,000 base price CEO Scott Keogh discussed in 2023. With incentives factored in, though, starting prices will be closer to $50,000 for the Traveler and $51,500 for the Terra, according to Scout. Reservations open Oct. 24 and require a $100 refundable deposit.
The Volkswagen Group announced Scout in 2022 as a brand under the control of the parent company—not VW of America—allowing the space for a different direct-sales model. Announced at the peak of heightened demand for EVs, it was a complete surprise to VW’s U.S. dealers, who had reportedly been asking for an electric truck. They’re about to get a different 1960s throwback EV in the form of the ID.Buzz van.
Scout Terra vs. Rivian R1T: Comparing electric trucks
The Scout Terra electric truck has the Rivian R1T in its sights, along with a bevy of other electric pickups.
Said to enter production in 2027, the Scout Terra will be an off-road, adventure-ready electric truck that cribs from Rivian’s playbook.
Although billed as a production-intent concept that’s 85% of what will be made in the U.S. in 2027, the Scout Terra remains years away. Here’s how it stacks up against the present-day Rivian R1T.
Scout Terra pickup concept
What are the Scout Terra and Rivian R1T?
How much does the Scout Terra and Rivian R1T cost?
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Rivian R1T costs $71,700 including an $1,800 destination charge, can be optioned up to about $110,000 today.
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Upcoming quad-motor R1Ts will check in at about $120,000 next year.
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Originally Scout said the Terra pickup would cost more than the Traveler SUV, which was to start in the $40,000s; now both are said to cost less than $60,000.
Which has more range: the Scout Terra or Rivian R1T?
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The current Rivian R1T goes further on a charge than a future Scout Terra might.
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Rivian’s R1T has between 270 and 420 miles of EPA-rated range.
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The Terra electric truck will have up to 350 miles of range, according to Scout.
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The Terra will offer a Harvester option, which adds a gas-powered range-extender and a tailpipe. The range-extender will encompass a series hybrid system, with no mechanical connection to wheels, according to Scout.
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The Harvester range-extender might enable up to 500 miles of driving range.
How large is the Scout Terra and Rivian R1T and how many passengers do they hold?
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The Scout Terra is larger than the Rivian.
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The Rivian R1T seats five.
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The Rivian R1T measures in at 217.1 inches long, which is 14.6 inches shorter than Ford F-150 Lightning.
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Scout Terras will seat five or six passengers with two rows of seats.
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Scout will offer front bucket seats with a center console or three-person bench up front
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The Scout Terra measures in at 229.2 inches, which is nearly the size of a Ford F-150 but over 10 inches longer than the Rivian R1T.
What kind of controls do the Scout Terra and Rivian R1T have?
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The Rivian R1T relegates almost all controls to a 15.6-inch touchscreen with almost no buttons to speak of outside the steering wheel.
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There’s a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster for the driver and 6.8-inch touchscreen for the second-row occupants.
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Scout Terras have a 16.2-inch touchscreen along with hard switches and dials for the climate control and auxiliary systems.
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Scout said accessories will be able to tie into the hard controls along with a smartphone app.
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A 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster sits in front of the driver in the Terra.
What size battery does the Scout Terra and Rivian R1T have?
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The Rivian R1T can be optioned with a 92.5- 109.4-, or 141.5-kwh (usable) battery pack.
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Scout hasn’t talked battery pack sizes for the Terra, yet.
Scout Traveler SUV and Terra pickup concepts
How fast do the Scout Traveler and Rivian R1S charge?
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The Rivian R1T runs a 400-volt electrical architecture and has a max charge rate of 220 kw.
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Terra will run on a more future-proof 800-volt electrical architecture with a projected peak charge rate of 350 kw.
How many motors do the Scout Terra and Rivian R1T have?
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Rivian R1Ts can be optioned with dual-, tri-, or quad-motor powertrains with power outputs ranging from 533 hp to 1,025 hp and up to 1,198 lb-ft of torque.
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Scout Terras will have two motors—one per axle—with up to nearly 1,000 lb-ft of torque. No hp has been discussed, yet.
Which is quicker: the Scout Terra or the Rivian R1T?
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Rivian R1T, by a healthy amount.
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Rivian R1T sprints 0-60 mph in just 2.5 seconds.
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The slowest R1T does 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds.
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The Terra will do 0-60 mph in 3.5 seconds, according to Scout.
When can I buy the Scout Terra and Rivian R1T?
What kind of suspensions do the Scout Terra and Rivian R1T have?
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The Rivian R1T features an independent suspension at both ends.
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The R1T rides on air suspension paired with a hydraulic kinetic anti-roll system, which replaces conventional anti-roll bars.
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The Scout Terra has a solid rear axle with independent front suspension, but Scout hasn’t divulged full engineering details yet.
Scout Traveler Terra pickup concept
Where are the Scout Terra and Rivian R1T made?
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Rivian puts the R1T together in Normal, Illinois.
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Scout will assemble Terras in South Carolina.
Are the Scout Terra and Rivian R1T good off-road?
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Yes and probably.
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The Rivian R1T sends power to all four wheels, can be lifted to have 14.9 inches of ground clearance, and can ford up to 43.1 inches of standing water.
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The Scout Terra will have over 12.0 inches of ground clearance, and will be able to ford nearly 36 inches of water.
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The Scout Terra will send power to all four wheels, have mechanical front lockers and a front sway bar disconnect (all things the Rivian lacks)
How much can the Scout Terra and Rivian R1T tow and haul?
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The Rivian R1T has a tow rating of 11,000 pounds and is rated to carry up to 1,764 pounds of payload.
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The Scout Terra is expected to arrive with a tow rating of over 10,000 pounds and be rated to haul nearly 2,000 pounds of payload.
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The Rivian R1T has a 4.5-foot bed.
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The Scout Terra has a 5.5-foot bed.
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