I think it's displayed so that the Elgin Dash fans can hold/hug it. Elgin Dash Haters please stand back behind the line.
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La Auto Show 2015
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You mean the giant pictures behind the car? They are there because people were walking around the display before the reveal, and it's advertising.
RUCRAYZE
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Elio Motors Unveils P5 Prototype at the Los Angeles Auto ShowVehicle Features 0.9 Liter, 3-cylinder Engine from IAV
Elio Motors' newly unveiled P5
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Elio Motors today introduced its fifth generation prototype, the P5, at a news conference at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The company is targeting a launch date of late 2016 for its three-wheeled, enclosed vehicle that is expected to get up to 84 MPG and retail for a targeted base price of $6,800.
The P5 is the company's first prototype to feature the 0.9-liter, 3-cylinder engine designed specifically for Elio Motors by engine developer IAV.
"We are extremely proud to unveil the new Elio Motors prototype at the LA Auto Show today, among those who appreciate such a bold new approach to transportation," said Paul Elio, CEO of Elio Motors. "Adding our own specially designed engine is the heart of our vehicle prototype and is a significant step forward in our commitment to producing a low-cost, highly fuel-efficient vehicle. This puts our company one step closer to production and our ultimate goals of reducing our country's dependence on foreign oil, creating American manufacturing jobs and providing consumers with a low-cost alternative to traditional transportation choices."
As Elio Motors developed its revolutionary vehicle, the company quickly realized that no engine currently on the market had the combination of speed, power and efficiency that its customers would desire. With the new engine from IAV, the Elio is projected to go from 0-to-60 MPH in 9.6 seconds, have a top speed of more than 100 MPH and get up to 84 MPG on the highway.
Body Modifications Boost Aerodynamics, MPG
The front end of the P5 will be slightly longer and slightly more aerodynamic than its predecessor, the P4. The aerodynamic improvement will ultimately help with fuel efficiency. The longer front end looks more futuristic and stylish. The P5 also will feature side-exhaust that will replicate how the exhaust is likely to look in the final version.
Interior Upgrades
During the past decade, automakers have put more emphasis on interior styling, amenities and functionality. Elio Motors has made several interior changes that will likely help differentiate the vehicle when it gets to production, including:
"This project has a little something for everyone," Elio said. "Whether someone cares about the environment, the economy, our nation's manufacturing backbone, or they just want a unique and compelling vehicle to drive, Elio Motors will make a positive impact. The P5 build is another important step in our march toward production and is the culmination of several important strategic initiatives we have completed or launched in the past several months. We look forward to keeping our momentum rolling."
About Elio Motors
Founded by car enthusiast Paul Elio in 2009, Elio Motors Inc. represents a revolutionary approach to manufacturing an ultra-high-mileage vehicle. The three-wheeled Elio is engineered to attain a highway mileage rating of up to 84 mpg while providing the comfort of amenities such as power windows, power door lock and air conditioning, accompanied by the safety of multiple air bags and an aerodynamic, enclosed vehicle body. Elio's first manufacturing site will be in Shreveport, La. For more information, visit www.eliomotors.com or www.facebook.com/ElioMotors.
Photo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20151119/289441
SOURCE Elio Motors
Elio Motors' newly unveiled P5
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Elio Motors today introduced its fifth generation prototype, the P5, at a news conference at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The company is targeting a launch date of late 2016 for its three-wheeled, enclosed vehicle that is expected to get up to 84 MPG and retail for a targeted base price of $6,800.
The P5 is the company's first prototype to feature the 0.9-liter, 3-cylinder engine designed specifically for Elio Motors by engine developer IAV.
"We are extremely proud to unveil the new Elio Motors prototype at the LA Auto Show today, among those who appreciate such a bold new approach to transportation," said Paul Elio, CEO of Elio Motors. "Adding our own specially designed engine is the heart of our vehicle prototype and is a significant step forward in our commitment to producing a low-cost, highly fuel-efficient vehicle. This puts our company one step closer to production and our ultimate goals of reducing our country's dependence on foreign oil, creating American manufacturing jobs and providing consumers with a low-cost alternative to traditional transportation choices."
As Elio Motors developed its revolutionary vehicle, the company quickly realized that no engine currently on the market had the combination of speed, power and efficiency that its customers would desire. With the new engine from IAV, the Elio is projected to go from 0-to-60 MPH in 9.6 seconds, have a top speed of more than 100 MPH and get up to 84 MPG on the highway.
Body Modifications Boost Aerodynamics, MPG
The front end of the P5 will be slightly longer and slightly more aerodynamic than its predecessor, the P4. The aerodynamic improvement will ultimately help with fuel efficiency. The longer front end looks more futuristic and stylish. The P5 also will feature side-exhaust that will replicate how the exhaust is likely to look in the final version.
Interior Upgrades
During the past decade, automakers have put more emphasis on interior styling, amenities and functionality. Elio Motors has made several interior changes that will likely help differentiate the vehicle when it gets to production, including:
- Raising the arm rest on the door to make it more comfortable;
- Lowering the rear seat one inch to create more headroom;
- Adding more foam to the rear seat for a cushier feel.
- Color inserts were changed from orange to red to match the exterior color of the P5;
- A more robust iPad holder was installed so that no vertical adjustment was necessary;
- The A-pillar shape will be less intrusive; and
- Brushed metal was added to the dashboard to provide a more modern look.
"This project has a little something for everyone," Elio said. "Whether someone cares about the environment, the economy, our nation's manufacturing backbone, or they just want a unique and compelling vehicle to drive, Elio Motors will make a positive impact. The P5 build is another important step in our march toward production and is the culmination of several important strategic initiatives we have completed or launched in the past several months. We look forward to keeping our momentum rolling."
About Elio Motors
Founded by car enthusiast Paul Elio in 2009, Elio Motors Inc. represents a revolutionary approach to manufacturing an ultra-high-mileage vehicle. The three-wheeled Elio is engineered to attain a highway mileage rating of up to 84 mpg while providing the comfort of amenities such as power windows, power door lock and air conditioning, accompanied by the safety of multiple air bags and an aerodynamic, enclosed vehicle body. Elio's first manufacturing site will be in Shreveport, La. For more information, visit www.eliomotors.com or www.facebook.com/ElioMotors.
Photo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20151119/289441
SOURCE Elio Motors
RUCRAYZE
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the big networks lists of new cars/models makes no mention of E M hope it'll make the news on one of 'em
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Maybe EM and Fox aren't friends any more
Ty
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I noticed that the Exhaust cover looks like it would be easy to remove for anyone wanting the 427SC Cobra exhaust look. It really looks like Elio is making this car easily customizable. I hope it becomes the basis for some wild custom builds and becomes a popular medium for the tuners. The Fiero was also made to be easily modifiable but it didn't fair too well.
Anyway, that Red Hot looks pretty good. I may have to change my creamsicle to this Red! Yup. That just happened.
Anyway, that Red Hot looks pretty good. I may have to change my creamsicle to this Red! Yup. That just happened.
From the final video, the profile they showed of the Elio, I wasn't real interested in the red before, but at that angle of view I couldn't help but notice that the Red with that new nose was very Ferrari - ish in look. It gave it a real F86-jet-intake look. So I like it, yes even in the red.
NSTG8R
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I'm actually rethinking my Creamsicle preference. The red looks great, very sleek, but now I'm pondering black [from Elio's homepage].