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To be blunt, I am PISSED that there hasn't been an update for 18 months and now you are asking for more money. For me that is crossing the line and you won't get a single cent. Personally I am not throwing any additional good money at a bad investment.","author_name":"Thomas Mueller","votes":3,"created_at":"2025-04-10T03:03:01Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-305737","answers":[]},{"id":277665,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:277665","question":"Hello Chris, why did the public launch date get push back?","author_name":"Kam Khai","votes":3,"created_at":"2024-02-29T23:39:48Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-277665","answers":[{"id":281197,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:281197","answer":"It's coming. Just been working on a lot of R\u0026amp;D.","author_name":"Chris James","votes":1,"created_at":"2024-04-11T19:57:26Z"}]},{"id":330613,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:330613","question":"It's time to take care of investors from previous campaigns.","author_name":"L K","votes":2,"created_at":"2026-04-09T20:27:51Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-330613","answers":[]},{"id":330336,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:330336","question":"Quick question: are you currently leveraging any structured outreach (email lists or press distribution) to drive external traffic into the campaign? The reason I ask is because campaigns like yours tend to underperform not due to product quality, but due to limited exposure beyond platform discovery. I’ve worked on similar projects where we introduced a targeted email + press release system, bringing in highly relevant backers within a short window.","author_name":"Mike Daryl","votes":1,"created_at":"2026-04-07T14:18:09Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-330336","answers":[]},{"id":324190,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:324190","question":"FYI, pretty sure you are legally required to file annual reports with the SEC. These are possible consequences for not doing so: 1. Loss of \"Safe Harbor\" \u0026amp; Personal Liability Reg CF is an exemption that allows you to sell securities without a full public registration. If you fail to file your annual reports (Form C-AR), the SEC can deem your securities \"unregistered.\" Rescission Rights: Investors may gain a legal right to demand their money back, plus interest. If the capital has already been spent on operations, this can bankrupt a small company. Personal Liability: In extreme cases, the \"corporate veil\" can be pierced, making founders and officers personally liable for the return of investor funds. 2. \"Bad Actor\" Disqualification Failing to file ongoing reports can lead to a \"bad actor\" status. This doesn't just affect your current company; it can follow the individuals involved. Future Raising: You will be barred from using Reg CF for future raises until you are caught up on at least two years of past-due reports. Reg D Ban: It can also disqualify you from using other popular exemptions, such as Rule 506(b) or 506(c) (the standard for most VC and Angel rounds). 3. Reputation and Future Funding VC \"Red Flags\": Venture Capitalists perform deep due diligence. Seeing a history of delinquent SEC filings is a major red flag that suggests poor governance or a lack of transparency. Public Disclosure: Any future Reg CF filing requires you to disclose your past failure to comply with reporting requirements. This is a permanent stain on your offering statement that can scare off new investors. 4. Regulatory Fines and Enforcement While the SEC historically focused on fraud, they have recently increased \"sweep\" enforcement actions for late filings. Civil Penalties: Fines for late or missing reports can range from $10,000 to $200,000 for individuals and significantly higher for the entities involved. Platform Bans: Crowdfunding portals (like Wefunder or Republic) are required to monitor compliance. If you are delinquent, they may kick you off the platform or refuse to host your next round.","author_name":"Thomas Mueller","votes":1,"created_at":"2026-02-01T23:21:02Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-324190","answers":[]},{"id":324189,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:324189","question":"Do you have any update for existing customers? Last update I recall was from 18 months ago.","author_name":"Thomas Mueller","votes":1,"created_at":"2026-02-01T23:04:13Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-324189","answers":[]},{"id":307436,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:307436","question":"how are we going to get our shares? I purchased mine in startengine?","author_name":"Rumailah Buenavente","votes":1,"created_at":"2025-05-04T09:09:29Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-307436","answers":[]},{"id":304679,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:304679","question":"Warning- this is scam- this guy has been raising cash for over 8 years now and has no new product or even images- still same images form 8 years ago- just collecting investor money and putting out BS press releases and pod casts. SCAM","author_name":"Ace Off Roader","votes":1,"created_at":"2025-03-26T15:27:19Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-304679","answers":[]},{"id":304678,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:304678","question":"Warning- this is scam- this guy has been raising cash for over 8 years now and has no new product or even images- still same images form 8 years ago- just collecting investor money and putting out BS press releases and pod casts. SCAM","author_name":"Ace Off Roader","votes":1,"created_at":"2025-03-26T15:26:48Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-304678","answers":[]},{"id":304676,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:304676","question":"This doesn't look like a real product or company- its been 5 years of raising cash and still nothing??? You have been using these same lame CG images for this whole campaign and still you are just only raising money from ill informed 'investors'. - scam","author_name":"Ace Off Roader","votes":1,"created_at":"2025-03-26T15:18:32Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-304676","answers":[]},{"id":292031,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:292031","question":"Got an amazing project that needs investors? I'm here to help you get the attention and support your campaign deserves! on Wefunder, I'll ensure your campaign reaches the right people to help you achieve your goals. KINDLY CONTACT THROUGH THIS LINK https://shorturl.at/hKkuR","author_name":"Dammy Branding Company","votes":1,"created_at":"2024-09-11T02:14:09Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-292031","answers":[]},{"id":285417,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:285417","question":"Sounds fun.. but what's the biz model vs gas and diesel competitors .. what's the cost vs profit margin. Trying to grasp the TAM.","author_name":"Mark  Wilbur","votes":1,"created_at":"2024-06-19T16:04:49Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-285417","answers":[{"id":287809,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:287809","answer":"Hi Mark. These points will be highlighted on public launch. Thanks.","author_name":"Chris James","votes":0,"created_at":"2024-07-15T09:15:28Z"}]},{"id":281497,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:281497","question":"I wasn't able to claim my legacy shares when the stock split. How do I do that? wilyguy@msn.com","author_name":"Guy Gibson","votes":1,"created_at":"2024-04-15T21:02:10Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-281497","answers":[{"id":282233,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:282233","answer":"Will have Sarah reach out to you.","author_name":"Chris James","votes":0,"created_at":"2024-04-25T15:18:06Z"}]},{"id":279215,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:279215","question":"Hey Chris, I would like to sell my shares, who do I need to contact. My email address is charlielewisjr@hotmail.com","author_name":"Charlie Lewis","votes":1,"created_at":"2024-03-20T23:04:25Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-279215","answers":[{"id":281198,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:281198","answer":"Will have Sarah reach out to you.","author_name":"Chris James","votes":1,"created_at":"2024-04-11T19:57:46Z"}]},{"id":275386,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:275386","question":"https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=battle%20approved%20motors I am talking about the repost from twitter or x now. from Elon Musk. I will never invest again in Battle Approved Motors is this is your believe too.","author_name":"Reginald Sinkfield","votes":1,"created_at":"2024-02-04T06:27:30Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-275386","answers":[]},{"id":275385,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:275385","question":"What up with your post on Facebook?","author_name":"Reginald Sinkfield","votes":1,"created_at":"2024-02-04T06:20:54Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-275385","answers":[]},{"id":264048,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:264048","question":"Hi Chris, I invested in an earlier round. But I'm wondering why you've set the minimum investment amount so high for this Wefunder round? Please advise. Thanks. Blessings","author_name":"W Kim Colich","votes":1,"created_at":"2023-10-03T23:32:24Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-264048","answers":[{"id":264049,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:264049","answer":"Minimum investment is only $245, so it's lower than before. And investor perks start at $500.","author_name":"Chris James","votes":0,"created_at":"2023-10-03T23:38:09Z"}]},{"id":257890,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:257890","question":"When will battle approve motors file form c?","author_name":"Hector Pena Nieto","votes":1,"created_at":"2023-08-10T16:21:12Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-257890","answers":[{"id":258242,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:258242","answer":"Soon. Hang on :)","author_name":"Chris James","votes":1,"created_at":"2023-08-14T07:40:07Z"}]},{"id":256663,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:256663","question":"Why the public launch date keep getting pushback?","author_name":"Reginald Sinkfield","votes":1,"created_at":"2023-08-01T14:34:41Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-256663","answers":[{"id":258243,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:258243","answer":"We've been doing a lot of prototype work on our vehicles. We'll launch public soon. Hang in there,","author_name":"Chris James","votes":1,"created_at":"2023-08-14T07:41:09Z"}]},{"id":253389,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:253389","question":"I don't want to invest yet I want to see the product line first","author_name":"Clint Parker","votes":1,"created_at":"2023-07-09T16:28:36Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-253389","answers":[{"id":255290,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:255290","answer":"We are an early phase Startup, so best to wait.","author_name":"Chris James","votes":1,"created_at":"2023-07-22T03:04:55Z"}]},{"id":253010,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:253010","question":"Where can I find Form C?","author_name":"Hector Pena Nieto","votes":1,"created_at":"2023-07-06T18:07:29Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-253010","answers":[{"id":255291,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:255291","answer":"We will announce the public launch very soon.","author_name":"Chris James","votes":0,"created_at":"2023-07-22T03:05:16Z"}]},{"id":252175,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:252175","question":"How do I view my investment","author_name":"Angela Graves","votes":1,"created_at":"2023-06-29T23:47:11Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-252175","answers":[{"id":255292,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:255292","answer":"We will contact you directly, but once we go live will be the time.","author_name":"Chris James","votes":0,"created_at":"2023-07-22T03:06:00Z"}]},{"id":335111,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:335111","question":"Do you have a working prototype ? In this day and age a pitch is not enough, you need a prototype.","author_name":"Alessandro Testori","votes":0,"created_at":"2026-06-06T22:04:45Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-335111","answers":[]},{"id":334581,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:334581","question":"Are you still planning to ever do an actual raise??? It's ridiculous to be testing the water for 2 years. Hopefully the SEC will ban crap like this in the future.","author_name":"Thomas Mueller","votes":0,"created_at":"2026-05-30T17:23:57Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/bam#question-334581","answers":[]}],"faq":[{"question":"How do I view my investment","answer":"We will contact you directly, but once we go live will be the time."},{"question":"Where can I find Form C?","answer":"We will announce the public launch very soon."},{"question":"I don't want to invest yet I want to see the product line first","answer":"We are an early phase Startup, so best to wait."},{"question":"Why the public launch date keep getting pushback?","answer":"We've been doing a lot of prototype work on our vehicles. We'll launch public soon. Hang in there,"},{"question":"When will battle approve motors file form c?","answer":"Soon. Hang on :)"}]}}}