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Elio Motors Momentum v91


The idea of something new is exciting. Today, the terms “new” and “reliable” are practically synonymous. When a new item comes into our possession we fully expect that the item has been thoroughly tested and any potential bugs have long been resolved: any product that falls short can be an immediate disappointment. It was not long ago, however, that many were weary of purchasing a new vehicle because of the variables that accompanied the purchase. For the most part, those days are comfortably in the rearview mirror. Luckily, through several technological advancements, new vehicles are stunningly dependent and reliable. At Elio Motors, we are ensuring at every stage that our vehicles will be reliable by utilizing tools such as the Digital Buck.

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In the past you may have heard us use the term manufacturability and the Digital Buck is an essential aspect in ensuring the manufacturability of our vehicle. Most every major automaker uses similar tools to ensure the quality of their vehicles and to save time during the manufacturing process. This tool is not limited to the automotive industry and is utilized in a wide variety of industries.

One way to picture the use of the Digital Buck is as a digital assembly line. That is, the Digital Buck allows us to simulate the manufacturing process to ensure that the process works as planned and identify and correct potential issues. This type of software ensures the manufacturability of the Elio by identifying potential interferences between components and makes the necessary clearances for tools and components abundantly clear prior to the manufacturing process. Through the use of the Digital Buck, we can ensure that our vehicle will be manufactured seamlessly, which will save significant time and increase quality throughout the manufacturing process.

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One of the major strengths of our project has been the involvement and expertise of our blue chip supplier partners. In preparation for production, the Elio Motors team has been assembled into Product Development Teams. These teams will work both together and utilize the knowledge and experience from our blue-chip supplier partners. The Digital Buck is an essential tool to ensure that any potential issues are addressed in advance of the manufacture of our vehicle.

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In total, the Digital Buck will finalize the integration and packaging of 483 components of 5 major systems:

Body and Frame- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, body assembly, spot weld configuration, joint formation

Interior- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, fastener finalization

Powertrain- Analysis, analytical evaluations of motor and transmission

Electrical- Packaging, routing and connector interface of wiring, evaluations of electrical architecture

Chassis- Geometry studies

There are a multitude of reasons why the Elio will be exciting. While there are many thrilling aspects of the Elio, it is our duty to ensure that our vehicle is also reliable. By using the Digital Buck, we can certify that our vehicle will be dependable while at the same time save time during the manufacturing process.





*MSRP for non-refundable reservations only and applies only until non-refundable and refundable reservations total 65,000. Total current reservations can be seen at: eliomotors.com. MSRP excludes destination/delivery charges, taxes, title, registration, and options/installation.

Certain statements in this email including, but not limited to, statements related to anticipated commencement of commercial production, targeted pricing and performance goals, and statements that otherwise relate to future periods are forward-looking statements. These statements involve risks and uncertainties, which are described in more detail in the Company’s periodic reports filed with the SEC, specifically the most recent reports which identify important risk factors that could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are made and based on information available to the Company on the date of this email. Elio Motors assumes no obligation to update the information in this email.
 

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Elio Motors Momentum v91


The idea of something new is exciting. Today, the terms “new” and “reliable” are practically synonymous. When a new item comes into our possession we fully expect that the item has been thoroughly tested and any potential bugs have long been resolved: any product that falls short can be an immediate disappointment. It was not long ago, however, that many were weary of purchasing a new vehicle because of the variables that accompanied the purchase. For the most part, those days are comfortably in the rearview mirror. Luckily, through several technological advancements, new vehicles are stunningly dependent and reliable. At Elio Motors, we are ensuring at every stage that our vehicles will be reliable by utilizing tools such as the Digital Buck.

go.eliomotors.com_hs_fs_hubfs_mm3.png_6d5e08f95b8afabc329c811e072aaf5f.png


In the past you may have heard us use the term manufacturability and the Digital Buck is an essential aspect in ensuring the manufacturability of our vehicle. Most every major automaker uses similar tools to ensure the quality of their vehicles and to save time during the manufacturing process. This tool is not limited to the automotive industry and is utilized in a wide variety of industries.

One way to picture the use of the Digital Buck is as a digital assembly line. That is, the Digital Buck allows us to simulate the manufacturing process to ensure that the process works as planned and identify and correct potential issues. This type of software ensures the manufacturability of the Elio by identifying potential interferences between components and makes the necessary clearances for tools and components abundantly clear prior to the manufacturing process. Through the use of the Digital Buck, we can ensure that our vehicle will be manufactured seamlessly, which will save significant time and increase quality throughout the manufacturing process.

go.eliomotors.com_hs_fs_hubfs_mm2.png_ab973be1165e1733a71b41174ef20710.png

One of the major strengths of our project has been the involvement and expertise of our blue chip supplier partners. In preparation for production, the Elio Motors team has been assembled into Product Development Teams. These teams will work both together and utilize the knowledge and experience from our blue-chip supplier partners. The Digital Buck is an essential tool to ensure that any potential issues are addressed in advance of the manufacture of our vehicle.

go.eliomotors.com_hs_fs_hubfs_mm1.png_37cbb89d4fd29ddac9835c7cdfc0719e.png


In total, the Digital Buck will finalize the integration and packaging of 483 components of 5 major systems:

Body and Frame- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, body assembly, spot weld configuration, joint formation

Interior- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, fastener finalization

Powertrain- Analysis, analytical evaluations of motor and transmission

Electrical- Packaging, routing and connector interface of wiring, evaluations of electrical architecture

Chassis- Geometry studies

There are a multitude of reasons why the Elio will be exciting. While there are many thrilling aspects of the Elio, it is our duty to ensure that our vehicle is also reliable. By using the Digital Buck, we can certify that our vehicle will be dependable while at the same time save time during the manufacturing process.





*MSRP for non-refundable reservations only and applies only until non-refundable and refundable reservations total 65,000. Total current reservations can be seen at: eliomotors.com. MSRP excludes destination/delivery charges, taxes, title, registration, and options/installation.

Certain statements in this email including, but not limited to, statements related to anticipated commencement of commercial production, targeted pricing and performance goals, and statements that otherwise relate to future periods are forward-looking statements. These statements involve risks and uncertainties, which are described in more detail in the Company’s periodic reports filed with the SEC, specifically the most recent reports which identify important risk factors that could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are made and based on information available to the Company on the date of this email. Elio Motors assumes no obligation to update the information in this email.
Digital Buck?! How could an off the shelf Metro engine be compatible with Elio when EM is trying to create a new vehicle category...autocycle...using simulation software? All characteristics of the IAV engine are uniquely adapted to this one of a kind vehicle and necessary to meet the efficiency goals that have been set. Why use Digital Buck at all to just install someone else's powertrain?
 

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These are great pictures.

Wouldn't it be great if we could rotate and tilt them around as in the configurator!
 

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This appears to be a complete view of the body panels.
The exhaust bulge is absent as reported at the LA auto show.
Notice the hole at the bottom.
I agree that it looks like this is the updated design, which eliminates the bulge AND moves the gas cap to the drivers side like it was mentioned at the auto show.

Also, I am glad to see the updated frame design photo. It was mentioned in one of the auto show interviews that the frame they were displaying was actually an older model, which has since been updated. The major differences that I noticed was the front support going up to the A-pillar has been refined and beefed up a lot.
 

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It looks like the A-pillars are thinner than they were (thank goodness). Maybe that'll improve the view out the front. The B-pillars look thicker but it seems the rear window is still a pretty good size.
 

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Digital Buck?! How could an off the shelf Metro engine be compatible with Elio when EM is trying to create a new vehicle category...autocycle...using simulation software? All characteristics of the IAV engine are uniquely adapted to this one of a kind vehicle and necessary to meet the efficiency goals that have been set. Why use Digital Buck at all to just install someone else's powertrain?
:confused2: :crazy:
 

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Digital Buck?! How could an off the shelf Metro engine be compatible with Elio when EM is trying to create a new vehicle category...autocycle...using simulation software? All characteristics of the IAV engine are uniquely adapted to this one of a kind vehicle and necessary to meet the efficiency goals that have been set. Why use Digital Buck at all to just install someone else's powertrain?

What are you trying to say? Your statement is not making sense. Where does the Metro engine come into this? Nobody said anything about installing a Metro powertrain...
 
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