January 17, 2014

Three-Wheel Car Could Get Up to 84 Miles Per Gallon

A startup called Elio Motors is preparing to launch a $6,800 car in 2015 that boats impressive efficiency - up to 84 miles per gallon for highway driving (49 miles per gallon for urban driving).

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An ultra-high fuel economy car was unveiled at a satellite event during the the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. A startup called Elio Motors is preparing to launch a $6,800 car in 2015 that boats impressive efficiency – up to 84 miles per gallon for highway driving (49 miles per gallon for urban driving).

The prototype, shown above, has two wheels in front and a single rear wheel.

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