Jambe
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We have seen an engine with sleeves. While I can't cite the source we have been told the engine has flame-sprayed cylinders. Not likely the same engine.
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1/14/2015 - Elio Motors Engine Debut (with Photos!)
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We have seen an engine with sleeves. While I can't cite the source we have been told the engine has flame-sprayed cylinders. Not likely the same engine.
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Elio Motors Becomes First Start-up Vehicle Manufacturer in 60 Years to Build Engine From the Ground up; Engine to Debut at Media Event Feb. 6
Go big, or go home.
That seems to be a common mantra among maverick entrepreneurs. Why do something if you are going to think small?
For Elio Motors, one of the biggest swing-for-the-fences decisions was to build our own engine. There is a reason no start-up company has built an internal combustion engine from the ground up in more than 60 years. It ain’t easy!
But, Paul Elio recognized there was no engine currently on the market that could meet our needs. Some engines provided the right power, others the right fuel efficiency. But none provided the right balance of power and efficiency that Elio needs to reach the level of excellence our customers expect.
Fortunately, Elio Motors is working with one of the best engine development companies and one of the best manufacturing companies in the world. IAV has developed engines for major global brands such as Mercedes and BMW and has unmatched expertise. Comau is one of the top manufacturing companies and has helped build vehicles all across the globe. Paul Elio gave these companies a tall challenge. Develop a powerful, efficient engine that can be manufactured efficiently enough to meet our cost targets.
And, IAV and Comau have come through. Big.
We are coming to the end of the engine development road. The engine goes through dynamometer testing on Jan. 28 and 29, and then we are hosting a private “first official start” event for suppliers, investors and media on Feb. 6. Here’s a news release we shared with media this morning (link to release).
It is the culmination of one the most important phases of our development and a reason to recognize and celebrate our progress. It was a major decision. And we are swinging for the fences. We think IAV has knocked it out of the park.
Copyright © 2015 Elio Motors, All rights reserved.
View this email in your browser
Elio Motors Becomes First Start-up Vehicle Manufacturer in 60 Years to Build Engine From the Ground up; Engine to Debut at Media Event Feb. 6
Go big, or go home.
That seems to be a common mantra among maverick entrepreneurs. Why do something if you are going to think small?
For Elio Motors, one of the biggest swing-for-the-fences decisions was to build our own engine. There is a reason no start-up company has built an internal combustion engine from the ground up in more than 60 years. It ain’t easy!
But, Paul Elio recognized there was no engine currently on the market that could meet our needs. Some engines provided the right power, others the right fuel efficiency. But none provided the right balance of power and efficiency that Elio needs to reach the level of excellence our customers expect.
Fortunately, Elio Motors is working with one of the best engine development companies and one of the best manufacturing companies in the world. IAV has developed engines for major global brands such as Mercedes and BMW and has unmatched expertise. Comau is one of the top manufacturing companies and has helped build vehicles all across the globe. Paul Elio gave these companies a tall challenge. Develop a powerful, efficient engine that can be manufactured efficiently enough to meet our cost targets.
And, IAV and Comau have come through. Big.
We are coming to the end of the engine development road. The engine goes through dynamometer testing on Jan. 28 and 29, and then we are hosting a private “first official start” event for suppliers, investors and media on Feb. 6. Here’s a news release we shared with media this morning (link to release).
It is the culmination of one the most important phases of our development and a reason to recognize and celebrate our progress. It was a major decision. And we are swinging for the fences. We think IAV has knocked it out of the park.
Copyright © 2015 Elio Motors, All rights reserved.
ElioDigger
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this is very good news.
NSTG8R
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Very cool! Might be my new desktop wallpaper. But I'm curious. The first pic has what looks like your standard oil filter by-pass adapter for an external oil cooler. The second pic has an adapter with an integrated oil cooler, and by the size of the lines, I'd assume it's using coolant from the radiator...never came across that type. Can anyone clarify?
corvairbob
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so just now i get an email that said the engine is all done and ready. is that true? or memorex? it may be now they can build the test models and start going down that road to do the shake down on them. i don't expect to hear about many issues but i'm sure a few will pop up. after all so far this is a one of a kind machine.
CrimsonEclipse
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An interesting piece of equipment.
1st pic seems like the newest.
looks like they are still replacing early concept components with pre-production components (Pic 1 vs pic 2 and 3)
Top plate looks temporary.
I like how the alternator is easily replaceable.
As is the water pump. Even the compressor doesn't look too bad.
Looks to be a fun engine!
(where's the turbo charger?)
1st pic seems like the newest.
looks like they are still replacing early concept components with pre-production components (Pic 1 vs pic 2 and 3)
Top plate looks temporary.
I like how the alternator is easily replaceable.
As is the water pump. Even the compressor doesn't look too bad.
Looks to be a fun engine!
(where's the turbo charger?)
Mark Ambrose
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Elio Motors Becomes First Start-up Vehicle Manufacturer in 60 Years to Build Engine From the Ground up; Engine to Debut at Media Event Feb. 6
Jeff Miller
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Go to the press release and click on the pretty pictures 
. It sure looks nice. I hope they record the starting and running of the engine from the end of January and/or the 2/6 preview.
Did you notice that the exhaust header had some heat on it? I think the heat looks mostly like welding heat but I can pretend that it is blueing from the engine running.
. It sure looks nice. I hope they record the starting and running of the engine from the end of January and/or the 2/6 preview.Did you notice that the exhaust header had some heat on it? I think the heat looks mostly like welding heat but I can pretend that it is blueing from the engine running.