SAFETY STANDARDS OF CLUB CAR LSV’S
LSV stands for “Low Speed Vehicle”. LSVs are street legal utility vehicles or golf carts that have a minimum speed of 20 mph and maximum speed of 25 mph, and once registered, can legally be driven (with valid driver’s license) on most roads with posted speed limits of 35 mph or less.
All LSV vehicles must meet all U.S. federal safety standards (FMVSS 500) which require a registered VIN number, automotive safety windshield glass, safety belts, turn signals, headlamps, brake lights, horn, mirrors, reflex reflectors, a parking brake and a rear view camera. They also must meet state and local laws which can include windshield wipers and warning beacons.
In addition to federal, local and state laws the Society of Automotive Engineers created a voluntary industry standard for LSVs with SAEJ2358 LSV. This voluntary safety standard includes additional detailed requirements.
Club Car LSVs meet not only FMVSS500 LSV standards but also fully comply with the more stringent automotive SAEJ2358 standards with the inclusion of Occupant Protective Structures on all cars.