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Neighborhood Electric
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What is a Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV)?
An NEV is much more than a golf cart. So what is a Neighborhood Electric Vehicle? There are very specific DMV requirements that make a vehicle an NEV/LSV (Low Speed Vehicle).
- Must reach a speed of more than 20 mph but not more than 25 mph.
- Must be certified to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) to be registered and operated on public streets, roads, or highways.
- Must have a 17-digit conforming vehicle identification number (VIN)
- Requires a valid California driver license, registration, and insurance.
- Has a gross vehicle weight of less than 3,000 lbs.
Rules for NEVs/LSVs
- May Not be operated on any roadway with a speed limit above 35 mph (90% of streets in Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach and Hermosa Beach are 25 MPH or less).
- Cross at intersections that have a speed limit above 35 mph, if the crossing begins and ends on a road of 35 mph or less.
Required Equipment for Street legal NEVs
- Headlamp, tail lamp and brake lamp
- Speedometer
- A horn
- Windshield wipers
- A rear reflector
- Front/rear turn signals
- Fenders
- A mirror (located in a position to allow the driver a rear view of at least 200 feet)
- Seat Belts
- Front/side reflectors
- A safety-glazed windshield
WHY CHOOSE E3 VEHICLES?
If you’re looking for golf cart repair near you, E3 Vehicles has you covered. We’re committed to keeping your electric golf cart in top condition for years to come. Our team values customer relationships and takes pride in providing reliable service that keeps you coming back—and even referring us to others.
We offer full-service golf cart maintenance and repairs across greater Los Angeles, including Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Downtown, Santa Monica, Long Beach, and more.