[DBaty]

Are you familiar with American EV golf carts? Dependability? Ease of getting service/repairs locally?

[Papa_lecki]

I am setting the over/under at 6.5 posts, that this thread into a debate on gas vs electric golf carts.

[UpNorth]

Originally Posted by DBaty

Are you familiar with American EV golf carts? Dependability? Ease of getting service/repairs locally?

Never heard of them before, but found their website. Looks like they are made in Texas (not China), and have a decent base price. But then you add on all the things you expect, like a full enclosure and golf bag holder, etc, etc. Price adds up quickly. From the photos, I don't think those tires would be allowed on any golf course down here. Regular lead acid batteries (no lithium option), but the carts do use A/C motors instead of D/C, which is a "plus". Looks like they bypass dealers and sell direct to the customer. Good luck on service when you need it.

[Battlebasset]

Originally Posted by UpNorth

Never heard of them before, but found their website. Looks like they are made in Texas (not China), and have a decent base price. But then you add on all the things you expect, like a full enclosure and golf bag holder, etc, etc. Price adds up quickly. From the photos, I don't think those tires would be allowed on any golf course down here. Regular lead acid batteries (no lithium option), but the carts do use A/C motors instead of D/C, which is a "plus". Looks like they bypass dealers and sell direct to the customer. Good luck on service when you need it.

Lead Acid batteries is a non-starter for me.

[Laker14]

Originally Posted by DBaty

Are you familiar with American EV golf carts? Dependability? Ease of getting service/repairs locally?

never heard of them, which to me is reason enough to avoid them.

When I drive my cart around TV I see plenty of Club Cars, Yamahas, and EZ Goes, and fewer, but some of the other brands, like Evolution, Par Car, Atomic, and some other brands whose names I don't know, but I recognize the body style.

If I wanted to go exotic (which I wouldn't) I'd at least stick to a model I'd seen a few of around TV.
Some people enjoy having something unique, and there is nothing wrong with that, but as mentioned, the more unique it is, the harder it will be to service.

However, for me, I'd stay "vanilla-vanilla", and go with one of the "Big Three" you see hundreds of every day.

[mrf0151]

Stay away. You are asking for headaches down the road. Buy something with the latest technology like the new lithium EZGO's.
Every golf cart needs service over time. Parts and service right here in The Villages for as long as you own it.

[Remembergoldenrule]

Also, distances from south 44 much further to anywhere than from North 44. There are no charging stations for EV except your garage.

[john352]

Originally Posted by Papa_lecki

I am setting the over/under at 6.5 posts, that this thread into a debate on gas vs electric golf carts.

Need to ask:
How long do the batteries last before they did to be replaced, and what is the replacement cost?

[Jackfarmer]

Originally Posted by Remembergoldenrule

Also, distances from south 44 much further to anywhere than from North 44. There are no charging stations for EV except your garage.

An Atomic golf cart with lithium batteries can go 80 miles, on a charge.

[mkjelenbaas]

Originally Posted by DBaty

Are you familiar with American EV golf carts? Dependability? Ease of getting service/repairs locally?

This is what is called a BRAND “X” golf cart - you should stick with the “norm” here as you will have problems!!

[jimbo2012]

I don't think u can get better than the Evolution, comes with everything for 10K,
just don't buy it from the villages dealer, go to Clearmont The Golf Cart Company - New & Used Golf Carts, Parts, Service, and Financing in Clermont, FL. Near Minneola and Orlando


Reason to go these is not only price but they set speed at 25,
the Villages dealer refuses.They say no golf cart is allowed to go over 20mph by law

48V AC Induction motor drive system

Lithium Battery

9-inch touchscreen with Speedometer display ,back-up camera ,Stereo system ,Bluetooth connection ……

Luxury 2 Tone Seats*

Decorative Strip

Colored Decorative Wheel Trim

Dashboard with color-matching cupholder insert

Luxury Steering Wheel

Golf bag holder & sweater basket

Plastic rear seat kit with trunk & cup holders

Rearview Mirror

Horn

USB Charging Ports

400A EVOLUTION controller

6.3kw motor

[Birdrm]

I don't know who told you that the Villages dealers will not set the speed above 20mph. I bought my Yamaha from The Villages Golf Carts and they set my max speed to 23mph!

[photo1902]

Originally Posted by Birdrm

I don't know who told you that the Villages dealers will not set the speed above 20mph. I bought my Yamaha from The Villages Golf Carts and they set my max speed to 23mph!

Yep. They've been doing it for years.

[Rodneysblue]

Originally Posted by Remembergoldenrule

Also, distances from south 44 much further to anywhere than from North 44. There are no charging stations for EV except your garage.

BJ’s has charging stations

[Rodneysblue]

Originally Posted by Papa_lecki

I am setting the over/under at 6.5 posts, that this thread into a debate on gas vs electric golf carts.

Darn, you missed it. Unless you count post 7. 👍🏼