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(AUGUSTA, GA) —
E-Z-GO, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company and the world’s leading manufacturer
of golf cars and utility vehicles, today unveils its new, much anticipated fleet
golf car – engineered to deliver reliability, superior performance, operating
efficiency and safety through an array of enhanced features and innovations.
The E-Z-GO RXV represents a major step forward in golf car technology. The new
vehicle is expected to deliver exceptional value to golf course operators
through reduced energy and maintenance costs, and an unsurpassed experience for
golfers through best-in-class power, control, comfort and safety. The RXV’s
classic yet contemporary lines make it a smart addition to the E-Z-GO family.
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The RXV is available in electric and gas models. The
existing TXT model, introduced in 1995 and the best-selling fleet golf car in
company history, will remain a key component in E-Z-GO’s lineup.
“Years of intense work and dedication by E-Z-GO’s marketing, design and
engineering teams have produced what we believe is the finest golf car ever
built,” says John L. Garrison, President of E-Z-GO. “We consider the RXV to be a
‘game changer’ at all levels. Our golf course partners will see even quicker
fleet turnaround times, lower energy, fuel and maintenance expenses, and easier
upkeep. Golfers will discover a vehicle that rides, handles and stops unlike any
golf car they’ve driven, with many new rider comforts. The E-Z-GO RXV delivers
the reliability customers expect, the value their operation requires, and the
experience their golfers demand.”
Golf Legends Speak Out
“E-Z-GO has raised the bar with the RXV, which sets a new
standard for the golf car industry,” says Jack Nicklaus, owner of a record 18
professional major championships and the designer of more than 260 courses
internationally. “I have enjoyed a long-term partnership with E-Z-GO. I
appreciate all that E-Z-GO does to produce a quality product that we can proudly
recommend at the golf courses I design around the world. In my mind, E-Z-GO is
without question the premier golf car and utility vehicle provider.”
“The RXV is a game changer for the golf industry. It takes the golf car to a
whole new level,” says golf legend Arnold Palmer, who has built more than 300
golf courses worldwide and whose company manages many outstanding facilities.
“E-Z-GO continues its tradition of innovation – making the game of golf more
enjoyable for everyone who plays. I am proud of my longtime association with
E-Z-GO and look forward to working with them for many more years.”
The numerous RXV innovations, features and benefits
include:
AC drive (electric):
Unprecedented for an electric golf car, the RXV’s drive train uses an
alternating current motor, not the traditional direct current motor, generating
more power and longer operating time between battery charges. The RXV is up to
30-percent more efficient than direct-current golf cars, boasting a 48-volt
motor – enabling a 10-percent improvement in daily range.
Dual-braking system (electric):
A fail-safe park brake automatically engages when the RXV stops – requiring no
foot pedal engagement. The industry-first auto braking system brakes
automatically on steep slopes when needed and can easily hold a 40-percent
grade. This “drive-by-wire” system maintains constant speeds safely and easily.
The system supplies recharge to the batteries whenever brakes are applied,
enhancing efficiency by up to 30 percent, keeping the vehicle on the course
longer and reducing long-term operating costs.
Energy transfer bumpers (electric and gas): The RXV
features front, back and side bumpers, positioned to minimize damage by
absorbing and transferring energy from impacts into the frame rather than the
engine or components. The front and rear bumpers are rated to withstand impacts
of 5 MPH; side bumpers are rated for 5 MPH collisions.
Kawasaki high-performance 13-HP engine (gas):
This engine sets new benchmarks for performance -- even on
the hilliest terrain. With a larger cylinder and lower RPM, it delivers better
fuel economy with less noise. And more miles per gallon mean greater savings for
course operators.
Warranty: The reliability of the new RXV is backed
by the most comprehensive warranty in the industry – four-year, bumper-to-bumper
coverage. E-Z-GO’s batteries are guaranteed to last for four years, 1,200 rounds
or 21,500 amp hours – whichever comes first – for 36 holes of golf a day, every
day.
Improved golfer experience:
The RXV features an automotive-style, A-arm suspension
with coil over spring shock providing a smooth, comfortable ride. It also
features added storage space while cup and ball holders are within easy reach of
driver and passenger. Redesigned hip restraints and thicker foam padding ensure
a comfortable ride; a wider canopy prevents rain from dripping inside the
vehicle; a larger bag well accommodates today’s biggest golf bags.
Fresh exterior styling:
Retaining the classic E-Z-GO look while incorporating
up-to-date design elements, the RXV boasts a boldly elegant appearance. Its
inviting style makes the RXV as visually appealing as it is enjoyable to drive.
Environmentally friendly operation:
The RXV electric model requires less energy to charge and
operate, minimizing the vehicle’s “carbon footprint” and reducing hazardous
waste. And its whisper quiet engine practically eliminates noise pollution. The
RXV gas model is compliant with the stringent emissions standards of the
California Air Resources Board (CARB) and improves fuel economy by up to 52
percent. The RXV’s seats are made from 100-percent recycled foam.
Safety comes first: In
addition to the advantages of dual braking and energy transfer bumpers, the RXV
has many features designed to keep golfers safe and secure. Its limited slip
differential delivers 25-percent better traction and is especially effective on
wet or sandy soil. A slip resistant floor mat gives golfers firm footing in wet
conditions, while the RXV’s canopy has double-wall construction and 50-percent
thicker struts.
“Our passionate and talented E-Z-GO team considered every
mechanical, ergonomic and safety element of the golf car, producing a vehicle of
exceptional quality,” Garrison says. “In designing the RXV, we listened to our
customers and incorporated their feedback. Our goal was to completely re-imagine
the golf car in a way that produced measurable results for course owners, along
with performance that truly enhanced the golf experience. I’m proud to say our
team has delivered on all counts.”
In 1995 E-Z-GO introduced the groundbreaking TXT golf car, which became the
best-selling fleet golf car in company history and is a staple at public,
private and resort courses worldwide. E-Z-GO first began producing golf cars at
its Augusta headquarters in 1954 and has introduced such industry innovations as
rack-and-pinion steering, the Precision Drive
System, regenerative braking, anti-rollback and diagnostic capabilities.
To learn more about the RXV, please visit
http://www.ezgo.com/rxv
About E-Z-GO
E-Z-GO, a Textron Inc. company, is a leading manufacturer
of golf cars and utility vehicles. E-Z-GO is the preferred golf car fleet
provider for seven of the top 10 of America’s 100 Greatest Golf Courses as
ranked by Golf Digest. E-Z-GO is also the golf car of choice of nine of the
nation’s 10 largest course-management companies. E-Z-GO boasts the largest sales
and service network in the industry, with more factory branch locations and
independent distributors than any other manufacturer.
More than a maker of golf cars, E-Z-GO is also a leading provider of industrial,
turf and utility vehicles for a variety of applications and industries. Products
under the E-Z-GO flagship include the Shuttle Personnel Carrier, ST Trail
Utility vehicles, and the Clays Car, the world’s first vehicle designed
specifically for the sporting clays shooter. E-Z-GO also produces the Cushman
line of heavy duty burden carriers.
Founded in 1954 in Augusta Ga., E-Z-GO became part of Textron Inc. in 1960.
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