Money Elio Motors promised a next-gen, 84 mpg car and got millions in deposits. But where are the cars? October 21, 2021October 21, 2021 Nathan Bomey and Craig Harris, USA TODAY Comments Off on Elio Motors promised a next-gen, 84 mpg car and got millions in deposits. But where are the cars? Phoenix-based Elio Motor took millions in customer deposits and promised an 84-mpg car. Customers are still waiting.