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VW Spinoff Scout Reveals Ambitious EV Lineup Featuring Gas-Powered Range Extender

Scout, Volkswagen’s spinoff, revealed its upcoming electric vehicles (EVs), including a unique twist: a gas-powered generator for extended range. The Scout lineup will include an electric truck and an SUV, both expected in 2027, with up to 350 miles of range. A special variant, the Harvester, will offer more than 500 miles using a built-in gas-powered generator, keeping Scout’s rugged identity intact while future-proofing the brand.

These EVs will deliver 1,000 pound-feet of torque, a 0-60 mph acceleration of 3.5 seconds, and advanced off-road capabilities, including 35-inch tires, 12 inches of ground clearance, and water fording of nearly 3 feet. The Terra truck will tow over 10,000 pounds, and the Traveler SUV will tow 7,000 pounds.

Scout also ensures modern features like over-the-air updates and Tesla’s North American Charging Standard while maintaining nostalgic design elements like physical buttons. Prices are set to start below $60,000, with production in a $2 billion South Carolina factory, and reservations available for $100.

This bold move combines nostalgia with future-ready technology, aiming to capture both the EV and off-road markets.

Cyprus Economy Outperforms EU Benchmarks With 4.5% Quarterly Growth

The Cypriot economy recorded an impressive 4.5% year-on-year growth in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to preliminary estimates from the Statistical Service. This performance represents a notable acceleration, with a seasonally adjusted quarterly increase of 1.4% compared to the previous period.

Quarterly Performance Surpasses Expectations

Based on Eurostat data, Cyprus has significantly outpaced its European counterparts. While the Eurozone achieved an average growth rate of 1.3% and the European Union registered 1.5%, Cyprus clearly outperformed both. Such robust quarterly performance underlines the nation’s strategic economic positioning amid global market uncertainties.

Full-Year Projections And Fiscal Discipline

For the entire year 2025, growth is forecasted at 3.75%, exceeding earlier predictions from the Ministry of Finance and several domestic and international agencies, which had estimated an increase between 2.9% and 3.5%. This optimistic projection is supported by a low inflation environment and conditions of near-full employment.

Sustainable Growth Amid Global Uncertainty

Despite increased international volatility, Cyprus continues to demonstrate a resilient economic dynamic. Experts assert that a commitment to prudent and disciplined fiscal policies will bolster the nation’s ability to maintain medium-term growth rates above 3%. This strategic approach offers a strong competitive edge, much like other success stories in high-growth markets where sound economic management has proven vital.

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