[N44125]

We have 2 carts, 1 gas, 1 electric.

Assuming that the gas cart gets 50 mpg, gas now costs $3.34 per gallon. My calculator says that equals an 'energy' cost of $00.0668 per mile, simply put 7 cents per mile.

Our electric cart draws energy from the electric socket and is not free.

Question is...what do you think the equivalent cost is for an electric cart per mile?

Thanks

[Villager Dude]

My guess is an electric cart is 2 cents per mile , not factoring in the battery replacements.

[l2ridehd]

The Villages golf cart store has a sheet that breaks down the cost between gas and electric. They take ALL costs into consideration. Cost difference between carts, gas, electricity, annual maintenance, battery replacement and a few more. They show it as a monthly cost based on I think it was 300 miles a month over 5 years. I have not seen the sheet for a few years so I am sure it has changed by a couple $$. It was gas about $36 a month and electric about $41 a month.

And now the arguments will begin challenging those numbers. But before you do, go to the store and ask them to see it.

Everyone will tell you, "I got an electric cart and when I plug it in every night my electric bill never changed". But the reality is that your electric usage did change. There are pro's and con's to each type of cart, but electric is slightly more expensive.

Full disclosure. I own one of each and love them both.

[mrdills]

My cost for 50 miles would be about .60-.70, sure beats 3.34 for a gas cart

[Nova Filtration]

Originally Posted by l2ridehd

The Villages golf cart store has a sheet that breaks down the cost between gas and electric. They take ALL costs into consideration. Cost difference between carts, gas, electricity, annual maintenance, battery replacement and a few more. They show it as a monthly cost based on I think it was 300 miles a month over 5 years. I have not seen the sheet for a few years so I am sure it has changed by a couple $$. It was gas about $36 a month and electric about $41 a month.

That store is about the most bias against elect carts around here, so take what ever they say or print with a big grain of salt.

There are pro's and con's to each type of cart, but electric is slightly more expensive.

I'm not sure of that, but I don't agree that gas is less.

Now the next question is which is more environmentally friendly?

[ajbrown]

Fun little exercise. I never really thought about $/mile.

I am only considering cost per mile for fuel. I am giving no consideration for other costs. I also could have made a mistake anywhere in my thinking.

If I use the 300 miles per/month number, $0.175/mile for electricity to charge and battery replacement every 3 years at $750.

Battery cost per mile = $0.069.

($250/year, $20.83/month, $20.83/300 = .069)

Charging fees per mile = $0.0175

Quick glance tells me my electrics use about 8.69 cents per mile�

Looks like I have to get my batteries to last closer to 4 years to compete with the OP numbers based on the assumptions I have made.

[philnpat]

Originally Posted by Nova Filtration

That store is about the most bias against elect carts around here, so take what ever they say or print with a big grain of salt.



I'm not sure of that, but I don't agree that gas is less.

Now the next question is which is more environmentally friendly?

Not sure why a TOTV sponsor would want to get into the gas/elec debate.

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by philnpat

Not sure why a TOTV sponsor would want to get into the gas/elec debate.

I agree.

[rubicon]

The answer to this question is the same as it is to auto when one discusses miles per gallon. Experts explain that even with the exact same model of vehicle each car will perform differently and then we add in a drivers habits.

When it comes to electric carts depends on how often and how far a driver goes. it depends on the care of his batteries and it depends on the amount he/she paid for replacement batteries and finally the brand and number of batteries purchased .

similar circumstances for a gas cart.

I seldom use my golf cart so all this math is a waste of time for me. the guy next door may have made his cart his primary mode of transportation so it would mean more to him.

But overall it if its the Lifestyle you prefer

[Suzi]

Love all the figuring - interesting thoughts to consider. But one thing still sticks in my mind.....haven't all the recent home fires begin in the garage and may be related to the batteries overheating. Wonder how much THAT costs?

[ajbrown]

Originally Posted by Suzi

Love all the figuring - interesting thoughts to consider. But one thing still sticks in my mind.....haven't all the recent home fires begin in the garage and may be related to the batteries overheating. Wonder how much THAT costs?

The short answer is NO. I am not privvy to any fire reports that claim a house fire in TV was caused by a golf cart. Not even sure where to find these type of reports post investigation.

I am not denying it is possible that a golf cart could cause a fire. Poor maintenance (water in batteries, corroded connections, etc.) can lead to some dangerous situations, but I still have seen no conclusive evidence that has occurred here.

Some will keep posting that it happened, which feeds the fire. Without knowing facts it is just as silly for me to post some thing like: I think the fires were caused by the fact that Gary Morse is so cheap that he cuts corners on wiring and contractors. Pretty silly to say such a thing without any facts...

If you take nothing else from the electric golf cart fire rumors, keep up with maintenance or find someone to help you.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by philnpat

Not sure why a TOTV sponsor would want to get into the gas/elec debate.

I agree too.

[2BNTV]

It depends on how to plan to use your cart. If one does less than 15 miles per day, the a 8-6v configuration would be attached to a batterymininder device for recharging, that gives a slow charge that cost pennies per day, It will also extend the life of one batteries.

If another person were to drive all over TV, Gas would be the way to go, as one would have no fear, of ever getting stuck.

I personally prefer the electric, as I am sensitive, to the smell of fumes and enjoy driving around, smelling fresh air.

It's preference for most people, to select what they want as the cost difference is negible. IMHO

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by ajbrown

The short answer is NO. I am not privvy to any fire reports that claim a house fire in TV was caused by a golf cart. Not even sure where to find these type of reports post investigation.

I am not denying it is possible that a golf cart could cause a fire. Poor maintenance (water in batteries, corroded connections, etc.) can lead to some dangerous situations, but I still have seen no conclusive evidence that has occurred here.

Some will keep posting that it happened, which feeds the fire. Without knowing facts it is just as silly for me to post some thing like: I think the fires were caused by the fact that Gary Morse is so cheap that he cuts corners on wiring and contractors. Pretty silly to say such a thing without any facts...

If you take nothing else from the electric golf cart fire rumors, keep up with maintenance or find someone to help you.

I found this report here in search.


Follow-up on golf cart fire


You can call and talk to Lt. Lazenby. Full disclosure we have one of each too.

[er9027]

Originally Posted by 2BNTV

It depends on how to plan to use your cart. If one does less than 15 miles per day, the a 8-6v configuration would be attached to a batterymininder device for recharging, that gives a slow charge that cost pennies per day, It will also extend the life of one batteries.

If another person were to drive all over TV, Gas would be the way to go, as one would have no fear, of ever getting stuck.

I personally prefer the electric, as I am sensitive, to the smell of fumes and enjoy driving around, smelling fresh air.

It's preference for most people, to select what they want as the cost difference is negible. IMHO

I AGREE !
We are renting and have an EZGO RXV, drove 29 miles one day...Hadley to SS, golfed 18, went to dinner, back to Hadley,,,DEAD, didn't make it. This cart has 4 12v, 8 -6v would be better. Also , RXV should be completely charged b-4 unplugging which means if you drive 5 miles,,,don't start charging again if you plan on using it right away again. (takes to long to recharge) To much cart management for me. If you plan on driving alot,,,,GO GAS , you won't have to worry about it. That being said the new Par Car might be better and different. Just my opinion also.