MANY NEW MANUFACTURERS AND UNIQUE MODELS FOR 2006!

The past year saw four new manufacturers enter the marketplace; Aero Vehicles, Cruise Car, Fairplay Electric Cars and Sport Electric Vehicles. There were also many new, uniquely designed models introduced.

Aero Vehicles, LLC, of Britton, Michigan, introduced the Aero CE. This golf car's design was the result of years of engineering experience in the automotive industry and the latest in manufacturing technology. The Aero CE features a 48-volt electrical system, 400 amp programmable controller and a 9 hp continuous output motor (13 hp maximum). It's also an extremely versatile vehicle thanks to an innovative M.A.X. System (Maximum Accessory eXchange) which allows rapid interchange of an optional rear seat and cargo box.

Cruise Car, Inc., of Sarasota, Florida, intro-duced a complete line of electric vehicles that come in four styles. There's the Classic Golf Style, the Kudo Electric Car, the Sunray Solar Golf Car and the Kudo Solar Electric Car. Cruise Car has 2,4,6,8,11 and 14 seat vehicles. The Sunray Solar and Kudo Solar models feature a 180 watt photovoltaic solar panel built into the roof. While the Classic Golf and Sunray Solar models have refined, traditional styling, the Kudo models have a space age look.

Fairplay Electric Cars, of Grand Junction, Colorado, presented The ZX Fleet, ZX 4.0 and ZX 5.5 models. All are 48-volts with an Alltrax 300 amp programmable controller, Lester SCR battery charger and Trojan T-875 batteries. The ZX Fleet has a 4 hp motor and, as the model names suggest, the ZX 4.0 and ZX 5.5 have 4 hp and 5.5 hp motors respectively. Lighting Packages (including headlights, taillights, brake lights turn signals and horn) are available for the ZX 4.0 and ZX 5.5.

Sport Electric Vehicles, of Chino, California, recently unveiled the Boyd Coddington Estate golf car. Sport Electric worked with Boyd Coddington in the creation of this luxury roadster that is a classic blast from the past. Coddington, of course, has the popular "American Hot Rod" show, which airs on the Discovery Channel. He is one of America's most respected creators of custom cars. Sport Electric also makes the Escalade Estate golf car, which is approved and licensed by General Motor's Cadillac Division. Both models are built on a new Club Car chassis with the Club Car IQ System. These models are perfect for gated communities and estates and are sure to be the talk of any country club. Of special note among the long-standing golf car manufacturers were the following:

Yamaha Golf-Car Company introduced the G-Max PTV (Personal Transportation Vehicle). Available in 4-stroke gas or 48-volt electric, the PTV is the perfect community vehicle. It features extra wide seats for the ultimate in comfort, and the exclusive Yamaha Sentry Wraparound Protection System to provide 360° body protection. An optional 19 mph speed kit is available for the 48-volt electric model.

American Custom Golf Cars added Limo versions of their California Roadster and Hummer® H3TM golf cars. The California Roadster Limo has an upgraded 15-peak hp motor and high speed gears that propel the vehicle to 25 mph. The Hummer® H3TM Limo is a fully licensed by GM design, that is proportionately correct down to the car's 15² Hummer® wheels. It also will go 25 mph.

Club Car, Inc. made several feature enhance-ments to their popular Precedent model including InovaTM, the industry's first in-dash, totally integrated GPS system. (see Industry Update on page 107). Ruff & Tuff Products introduced the R/T Workman vehicle. The Workman features a 40" x 57" x 10" rear utility box with an electric dump Other features include a 14 hp motor, 48-volt system, 650 amp controller, heavy-duty suspension, headlights, taillights, brake lights, turn signals, seat belts, R/T Steer-loc System and much more.

For information on all of the manufacturers and their various models and specifications, turn to the next page for the 2006 Golf Car Directory.