I guess what I typically see is manufactures buying from each other when they have tech to contract in with the engine sale (patents, IP, etc), or share development on a platform (Scion/Subaru FRS/BRZ, Toyota/Mazda Yaris/Mazda2), or they are selling to boutique brands at a high price. While Elio is boutique, what do you think the budget for the engine and EFI/DFI system is on a vehicle with a $6800 selling price?
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