Summary and analysis of vehicle reviews for various models.
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A list of recent recalls for utility vehicles, golf cars and LSVs/NEVs.
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SVR interviewed Andy Kaplan of Dominion Utility Vehicles in Bedford, Virginia about buying a small, task-oriented vehicle for use on a college or university campus. Some common uses for these vehicles include people transport, campus security, general maintenance, grounds keeping and other heavier duty work.
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Some powersports dealers provide gift ideas for side-by-side/utility vehicles.
Published:
12/17/2015
Author:
Marc Cesare
Category:
Buying Guides
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Gift ideas for someone who owns a golf car or LSV.
Published:
12/16/2015
Author:
Marc Cesare
Category:
Buying Guides
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The recent introduction of the Polaris General made me curious about where this new vehicle fits in the universe of crossover side-by-sides designed for both work and play. Given that the price point ($15,999) of the base model Polaris General 1000 EPS is at the higher end of the crossover market, I decided focus on some of the more expensive models, as well as, the next lowest pricing tier for some of the leading brands.
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With the winter months approaching some UTV owners may have thoughts of winterizing their vehicle for either winter work or for recreational use. To discuss some of the options and accessories you might consider I spoke with Rolly who works in the Mies Outland service department.
Published:
11/23/2015
Author:
Marc Cesare
Category:
Buying Guides
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The new GEM vehicle lineup for model year 2016 are the most significant since the brand was acquired by Polaris in 2011. The style and engineering changes take a step towards the long-term version of the brand and the Polaris strategy for their small vehicle portfolio. The changes are discussed with GEM Director John Stockman.
Published:
11/18/2015
Author:
Marc Cesare
Category:
Buying Guides
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SVR discusses Cub Cadet’s new Challenger series of utility vehicles, and its place in the Volunteer product line of UTVs, with Jeff Salamon, Director of Marketing at MTD Products, Inc.
Published:
8/24/2015
Author:
Marc Cesare, Small Vehicle Resource
Category:
Buying Guides
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SVR interviewed Larry Deese, of Boulineau's Beach Buggies in North Myrtle Beach, SC about customizing golf cars. Boulineau's Beach Buggies sells new Club Car and Star golf cars and customizes a variety of used golf cars.
Published:
10/18/2013
Author:
Marc Cesare
Category:
Buying Guides
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Jeff Griffith of Garry Griffith Cycle in Chattanooga, TN provides tips for first-time buyers of side-by-sides and other recreational/sport vehicles and UTVs
Published:
5/13/2013
Author:
Jeff Griffith, Garry Griffith Cycle
Category:
Buying Guides
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Street legal is a frequently used but not often clearly understood term in the small, task-oriented vehicle (STOV) market, which includes low speed vehicles (LSVs), golf cars and utility vehicles. Part of the reason for confusion is that the definition of “street legal” changes depending on where you live. The narrowest definition of street legal is a vehicle that meets the Federal requirements for a Low Speed Vehicle under Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
Published:
12/17/2012
Author:
Marc Cesare
Category:
Buying Guides
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Golf and utility vehicle veteran John Triolo shares insights on the top five questions to ask when buying a small task-oriented vehicle.
Published:
6/1/2012
Author:
John C. Triolo, President, Mountaintop Golf Cars & GolfCarCatalog.com
Category:
Buying Guides
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The use of UTVs for emergency services work is growing, but not all UTVs are well-suited where safety and life-saving are at issue.
Published:
12/22/2010
Author:
Kimball W. Johnson, President, KIMTEK Corporation
Category:
Buying Guides
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