Neighborhood Electric Vehicles (NEV)

NEVs come in two speeds: golf cars are limited to speeds under 20 mph while low-speed vehicles (as defined by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) are capable of up to 25 mph. Low-speed vehicles must have seatbelts, windshields, turn signals, headlights, brake lights and other safety equipment that golf cars don't require. NEVs are designed to be used in residential areas with low density traffic and low speed zones. With a top speed of 25 mph, low-speed vehicles can be used on streets with a posted 35 mph speed limit or less. Some local jurisdictions (e.g. Palm Springs) also allow golf cars on public streets. When driven on public streets, a driver's license is required.

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