[jojo]

We had an electric cart for 14 years and never ran out of charge. We now have a new lithium EZGo Elite with doors and love it.

[kcrazorbackfan]

Originally Posted by Lottoguy

With the high price of a gallon of gas will electric carts now be more attractive to a new buyer? My guess is yes they will.

Not in my lifetime will I surrender and become a tree hugger. I use mine too much now (in place of our SUV) to be worrying about stopping and recharging it.

We had a couple outside our shop last week with theirs plugged in to try and make it home… 🙄

[Bay Kid]

Happiest day for owning a battery/electric cart was the day I sold it.

[mrf0151]

Our 3 gas carts get fantastic fuel economy which out way the very expensive cost of electric batteries, especially the lithium. Resale value on electric carts is dismal.

[mattlongrealtor]

Originally Posted by Lottoguy

With the high price of a gallon of gas will electric carts now be more attractive to a new buyer? My guess is yes they will.

The gas tanks on the golf cart are only 5-6 gal (45 mpg), so if gas goes up by a $1.00, $5-$6 a tank isn't really hitting the pocket too hard. Plus, the reliablity of the gas power carts over the electric carts doesn't change base of fuel prices. Markets are people's reactions can be funny, but it shouldn't really change much.

I recoment going with a Yamaha with EFI (Electronic Fuel Injection), which is available in models 2014 and newer (you should see a decal on the the cart that says EFI). The EFI is higher fuel effiency and cleaning burning fuel.

The newer lithium are supposed to give 5000 cycles/starts and 17hrs of run time (20-40 miles). You are suppose to run the to 0 before you charge them and you don't want to over charge them, because those things reduce the run time and the overall lifespan of the battery. I you don't use your cart for much or take trips longer than 20-40 miles where you will not be able to charge it if it dies, you should be good. These batteries take 2-4 hrs to charge so you have to keep that in mind based on the battery level and condition and what you're drive habits are like.

[merrymini]

Most comments about the downsides of electric carts seem to be from people who know nothing about them. I have had an electric cart for 7 years and no problems, if you maintain them properly, which means plugging them in and putting water in the batteries when needed. Electric engines are way simpler than gas engines and can run forever. Most items on an electric cart that need work have nothing to do with the engine. No stink, no pollution on their operation. I have also had a Tesla and it is a terrific car. Sold it for a profit but would certainly go back for another in the future. That being said, the disposal of batteries is a big issue, which most people do not like to address. Everything has it’s downside.

[kkingston57]

Before gas prices started to rise, there already was demand for electric carts, especially Lithium powered models. Suspect that demand will get higher.

Brings up the OLD ?, Battery or electric. Answer is different strokes for different folks, variety is the spice of life, etc.

[OhioBuckeye]

I’m partial to gas carts but it’s your choice. You won’t drive your cart as much as the car. So which would rather fill up, the car or a cart that gets 200+ miles or your car that will use at least a half tank of gas to go 200 miles. Whatever suits you buy it or ask the dealer about maintenance & how far you can drive on a charge or tank of gas. Electric carts are quite but the new gas carts are quite where you don’t have to yell at a passenger. Both are great!

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

Gas cart mileage is closer to 20 mpg. Most people are surprised that it's not a lot more.

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

I drive me cart much more than my car. I only used the car when I have to carry a large load or have to venture out of The Villages. I'll try to avoid going outside The Villages now until gas prices come back down.

[kenoc7]

Originally Posted by Lottoguy

With the high price of a gallon of gas will electric carts now be more attractive to a new buyer? My guess is yes they will.

Gas is still a low price compared with most other equivalent economies - almost $10 a US gallon in Canada and the same or higher in most European countries - and it has been for a long time. Americans are going to have to adjust to the reality that have faced hundreds of millions for decades.

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

Originally Posted by mattlongrealtor

The gas tanks on the golf cart are only 5-6 gal (45 mpg), so if gas goes up by a $1.00, $5-$6 a tank isn't really hitting the pocket too hard. Plus, the reliablity of the gas power carts over the electric carts doesn't change base of fuel prices. Markets are people's reactions can be funny, but it shouldn't really change much.

I recoment going with a Yamaha with EFI (Electronic Fuel Injection), which is available in models 2014 and newer (you should see a decal on the the cart that says EFI). The EFI is higher fuel effiency and cleaning burning fuel.

The newer lithium are supposed to give 5000 cycles/starts and 17hrs of run time (20-40 miles). You are suppose to run the to 0 before you charge them and you don't want to over charge them, because those things reduce the run time and the overall lifespan of the battery. I you don't use your cart for much or take trips longer than 20-40 miles where you will not be able to charge it if it dies, you should be good. These batteries take 2-4 hrs to charge so you have to keep that in mind based on the battery level and condition and what you're drive habits are like.

There is so much false information in this post that it may be difficult to address it all. First of all, gas cart mileage is closer to 20-25 mpg than 40. Most people are surprised to learn this.

The EZGO Elite can go up to 60 miles on a charge. I know, I've done it.

Electric carts are much less expensive to run and maintain. There are fewer moving parts and less to go wrong. Gas carts need tune ups, oil changes and other regular maintenance over the course of their lives that electrics don't need. The cost of electric per mile is much lower than that of gas. Lithium batteries charge over a much shorter time period than lead acid batteries.

Lithium carts do not have to be run to zero and there is no chance of over charging them. I have no idea where that information comes from but it's simply not true.

Charging is controlled by an onboard computer.

Gas carts in good condition are no more reliable than electric carts in good condition.

[NewRealms]

Hey, I ran out of electricity in my electric cart. Can you bring me a gallon of electricity?

[lkagele]

Originally Posted by kenoc7

Gas is still a low price compared with most other equivalent economies - almost $10 a US gallon in Canada and the same or higher in most European countries - and it has been for a long time. Americans are going to have to adjust to the reality that have faced hundreds of millions for decades.

The reality is the US has more oil reserves than any other country in the world. We could have low fuel prices for over 300 years if we wanted to. Unfortunately, the 'greenies' have too much influence and are pushing technologies that really aren't yet ready for widespread use. Plus, 'green technology' is anything but green. Buy electric if you want but don't force it on the general public.

[nevjudbaker]

Originally Posted by Lottoguy

With the high price of a gallon of gas will electric carts now be more attractive to a new buyer? My guess is yes they will.

Our politicians have invested big money in Tesla. More electro carts, cars & etc get sold the more money goes in their pocketbook. Look up how expensive those batteries are & what happens to them when they die. Oil is still used to make many many items. There will never be no oil. Oil is cheaper. They are making it cleaner. Yet we buy dirty oil from other Countries. We could export cleaner natural gas to other Countries to help everyone have cleaner air. Profit for us & better green air. This is all about buying electric to help along their investments.