In the center storage area under the climate controls. I was able to tuck it in by using a right angle antenna wire adapter (pictured). The scanner is temporarily in the cubby in front of the center console. I plan on putting it inside the center console and wiring a speaker out of the console...
I added a scanner antenna and a CB antenna onto my 2024 Ford Maverick Lariat using 2 hood/fender mounts made for the Maverick from Walcott Radio https://www.walcottradio.com/ford-maverick-cb-antenna-mount-cable-p-3904.html . Using a 2' firestik II antenna for the CB with no issues for ground...