Recent articles from the Wall Street Journal and ABC News have characterized the EESA federal tax credit for LSVs as a stimulus or bailout for golf cars.  The term “golf car” or “golf cart” is used in the headlines in both the stories, and not for the purposes of flattery.  This is another reminder of an image problem that the LSV industry has – that their product is often seen as only a glorified golf car.

I believe this image makes it more difficult for the industry to obtain governmental support at federal, state or local levels, whether for tax credits, financial assistance for manufacturers or road use ordinances.  In addition, it obscures the very real differences in value between LSVs and golf cars that are reflected in their respective prices. – Marc Cesare