I can at least dispel one thing. Their Production Prototype though made from machined aluminum, is designed to be made using cast and stamped mass production techniques.
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Originally Posted by XprizeRoadTrip
Progress report from week 12:
Edison2 - Very Light Blog - PROGRESS REPORT - 2013 week*12
On April 11 we are unveiling the consumer production prototype at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, MI. Preparations are well under way for this exciting event featuring the vehicle we’re currently testing and inspecting.
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In the economies of scale enjoyed by mass manufactures, i see no reason why it couldn't eventually get to be well below $15k. There are so few parts with much less raw material. A sparse interior. And all the body panels should be made of some sort of plastic.
They've said they do want to build it. I believe in the Google video they said that, i'll find the reference and give you the context for it..