July/August 2026 Issue
This Months Cover Story
As America celebrates its 250th birthday this July 4th, American manufacturing companies stand proud to say their products are "Made In The USA." One...
Featured Articles
CABLING MATTERS, THE MOST OVERLOOKED PART OF A LITHIUM CONVERSION
When dealers discuss lithium conversions, most of the attention goes to the battery itself. Capacity, range, charging speed, and warranty are all important topics....
COVERAGE COUNTS: UNDERSTANDING INSURANCE AND LIABILITY IN THE GOLF CAR INDUSTRY
Golf cars may look harmless, but when it comes to liability, they’re anything but simple. Whether used on a golf course, in a gated...
E-MOBILITY MARKET DEVELOPMENT IN THE U.S. AND ABROAD
It could be argued that low-speed vehicle (LSV) categorization as defined under the National Highway Transportation and Safety Administration (NHTSA) is too restrictive and...
AGM BATTERIES A LOW-COST ALTERNATIVE TO LITHIUM-ION
We all want the most from our golf cars, but some of us are not interested in spending a lot on batteries. While Lithium-ion...
LITHIUM CONUNDRUM SOLVED- REPUTATION OVER MARGIN
Spring is peak opportunity. Customers are pulling golf cars out of storage, service lanes are full, and more buyers are walking in ready to...
FROM RENTALS TO RETURNS: MAXIMIZING PROFITABILITY IN THE GOLF CAR RENTAL BUSINESS
The golf car rental business is booming — and not just on the course. Resorts, campgrounds, event venues, and gated communities are fueling record...
Industry News
LIGHTSPEED CONTINUES AT WARP SPEED IN A LOW-SPEED INDUSTRY
Yamaha Golf Car Serial Number Decoding, Parts Price File, and Warehouse Availability Have Teed Off
South Jordan, UT (May 28, 2026) — Lightspeed DMS, the...
EVOLUTION WINDSHIELDS JOINS LSVDA AS SUPPLIER SPONSOR
Patented premium windshield innovator aligns with LSVDA mission supporting dealer
professionalism, safety, and responsible market growth
Charlottesville, va / sarasota, FL (June 5, 2026) — The...
ECO BATTERY EXPANDS SALES TEAM WITH ADDITION OF INDUSTRY VETERAN CHARLIE NEUMAN
St. George, UT — Eco Battery, a leading innovator in lithium battery solutions for the golf cart and low-speed vehicle industry, is proud to...
BOLT LITHIUM BATTERIES UNVEILS INDUSTRY-FIRST FACTORY INTEGRATIONS FOR CLUB CAR AND E-Z-GO GOLF CARTS
True “Plug-n-Play” technology eliminates complex installs and controller swaps
Jacksonville, FL (May 18, 2026) — Bolt Lithium Batteries, a leader in advanced lithium battery technology,...
EVOLUTION SECURES MULTIPLE PATENTS, STRENGTHENING ITS LEADERSHIP IN GOLF CART INNOVATION
Chino, Ca — Evolution today announced a significant expansion of its U.S. patent portfolio covering its flagship D5 and D-MAX golf cart platforms. These...
ALLIED RS SERIES SETS THE STANDARD FOR LITHIUM GOLF CAR BATTERIES
Allied Battery continues to lead the way with its Relay BMS + Smart System platform, featured in the RS Series. Unlike other golf car...
NIVEL PARTS & MANUFACTURING EXPANDS PREMIUM ACCESSORY PORTFOLIO WITH ACQUISITION OF XTREME GOLF CART...
Strategic move integrates American-engineered protection into Nivel’s market-leading accessory lineup.
Jacksonville, FL (May 1, 2026) — Nivel, the industry leader in aftermarket solutions for personal...
ECO BATTERY INTRODUCES FACTORY LITHIUM CONVERSION BUNDLES
St. George, UT (June 2, 2026) — Eco Battery®, a leader in lithium battery engineering and manufacturing, is redefining aftermarket lithium integration with the...
U.S. BATTERY CELEBRATES A CENTURY OF MANUFACTURING EXCELLENCE AND INNOVATION
CORONA, CA — U.S. Battery celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2026, marking a century of industry-leading achievements, dedication to its employees, and continuing the...
ANNOUNCEMENT CONCERNING THE RELOCATION OF OUR U.S. SUBSIDIARY AND THE SALE OF FIXED ASSETS
IWATA, (February 26, 2026) — Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. (Tokyo: 7272) has decided to relocate its U.S. group company, Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. (“YMUS”),...
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