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E-Z-GO’S LIBERTY MODELS CREATING NEW CART MARKET
The E-Z-GO golf cart company knows plenty about staying ahead of the curve when it comes to giving their clients what they want, and their new Liberty models are a prime example. The innovations and owner-centric approach to designing and building a cart that is attracting an entirely new type of cart buyer is what has kept E-Z-GO at the pinnacle of the cart and EV industries.
Launched in 2021, the Liberty was purposefully and expertly designed to compete with other 4-passenger carts, and with key differences. Typically, 4-passenger carts are on a long wheelbase, which can be challenging for some drivers on a golf course or in a neighborhood community when it comes to steering radius and general maneuverability. Most also have rear seats that face the back of the vehicle, which depending on the intended use of the cart, may not be the
configuration buyers are looking for.
The E-Z-GO Liberty is built on a shorter wheelbase for increased stability and ride comfort, and the rear passenger seats face forward, creating a more car-like experience. And don’t let the shorter wheelbase fool you – the rear passengers have plenty of access and seating room.
The slightly shorter wheelbase and sleeker body style mean easier maneuverability with a smooth, comfortable ride. Driver and passengers are treated to a car-like experience with a top speed of around 24 miles per hour.
INDUSTRY-LEADING LITHIUM POWER
The Liberty models are powered exclusively by the E-ZGO ELITE© Lithium Powertrain, with its zero maintenance, Samsung SDI lithium battery system powered by a 56.7v DC source putting out 11.7 hp (8.7kW). These vehicles require only about 6 hours to fully charge, and they continually charge while the vehicle is in use. The premium lithium batteries charge on average twice as fast as does a standard, lead acid battery, with no terminal cleaning or other service issues. They also provide an impressive number of hours in service before needing to be recharged.
The Liberty line offers 3 different charging system options. The Light World Charger, which comes standard, the more powerful World Charger or the Rapid On-Board Charger. The ELITE energy system on the Liberty models is 59% more efficient in terms of battery power, and the leader in the industry. E-Z-GO is proud of their tradition as an innovator in the eco-friendly, carbon-free electric vehicle industry. The company is so confident in the performance of their batteries they come with a remarkable, 8-year warranty.
SLEEK AND STYLISH FOR ANY PURPOSE
The most challenging part of ordering your new Liberty cart will likely be choosing the configuration and options offered by E-Z-GO, with dozens of possibilities allowing you to custom build the cart of your dreams. In fact, the E-Z-GO website offers a cool interactive tool that will show you your vehicle in your own driveway or at your weekend hunting cabin in a 360-degree visual.
The Liberty comes available in 2 trim options, the Explorer Package and Commuter Package. The Liberty Commuter comes with Kenetica DOT-approved radial tires on 14-inch SPDR aluminum wheels, perfect for cruising the neighborhood or golf community in style and comfort. The Explorer Package, equipped with more aggressive Paramount M/T all terrain tires, is meant for more adventurous use like exploring the trails at your lake cabin or taking the family camping, hunting, or fishing. Based on how you want to use your new Liberty, you can choose from hundreds of design and accessory options plus interior and exterior customization like brush guards, side mirrors, hitch-mounted storage or golf bag holder, turn signals and many more. The Liberty starts at a base MSRP of $15,999 with some editions in the line starting at around $17,000.
Other basic specifications include a wheelbase of 76 inches, 7-inch drive train ground clearance, overall length of 106.5 inches and a height of 78 inches with a roof. There are six exterior color options from which to choose. Liberty carts feature self-compensating rack and pinion steering, leaf springs and hydraulic shock absorbers on all 4 corners, a helical gear differential with an axle ratio of 16.99:1 in forward gear.
The interior of the Liberty makes you feel like you’re in a car, with its sleek dashboard, gauges, and controls – even including a lockable glove compartment and illuminated cup holders that add a hi-tech, futuristic glow in the evening.
LIBERTY MODEL PROPELS E-Z-GO INTO THE FUTURE
The legacy behind the E-Z-GO golf cart company is a long and storied one, begun in 1956 by 2 brothers in a tiny machine shop in Augusta, Georgia, who envisioned a better vehicle for golfers. In 1960, the company was acquired by Textron Inc., a Fortune 500 giant and world leader in personal transportation vehicles, snowmobiles, aircraft, commercial turf care and others. E-Z-GO carts are now manufactured under the Textron Specialized Vehicle umbrella, which includes global brands like Jacobsen, Arctic Cat and Cushman, among many more.
E-Z-GO has an expansive network of authorized dealers able to help clients begin their experience in creating their new Liberty cart. Some offer the Dealer to Driveway program that allows you to build your own custom Liberty and have it delivered right to your door.
E-Z-GO has a well-respected tradition of manufacturing products that are environmentally friendly, and that vision is a key to the company’s future. Leading-edge innovation in the battery industry, setting the standard in zero emission vehicles and a company culture focused on the future of our planet have positioned E-Z-GO as an icon in the electric vehicle marketplace.