2011
Polaris EV LSV - On-Road Use Electric Low Speed
Vehicle
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Polaris EV LSV - Links
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New 2011 Polaris EV LSV - On-Road Use Electric
Low Speed Vehicle |
Minneapolis, MN (7/27/2010) - This
past January, Polaris Defense announced the introduction
of a Low Speed Vehicle, the Polaris EV LSV, designed
for on-road use. For model year 2011, Polaris
will offer the same vehicle for civilian purchase
as well.
“The Polaris EV LSV has garnered great
interest with military and
government agencies,” said Matt Homan, vice
president and
general manager of Polaris’ Off-Road division.
“We’re excited to
introduce the vehicle to the civilian market for
applications that
require on-road capabilities.”
Based off the Polaris Midsize Side-by-Side platform,
the Polaris EV LSV, includes the necessary features
to classify the vehicle as a LSV per the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, such as
a . With its 30 horsepower electric motor, quiet
operation, up to a 50 mile range and 25 mph top
speed, the Polaris EV LSV is the most-capable
LSV available. The unit features three modes;
High for speed, Low for towing and hauling, and
Max for maximum range to ensure the best use of
power and battery life for any application.
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For
the Polaris EV LSV to be on road legal,
it comes standard with such features as
horn, turn signals , automotive-quality
windshield & rear view mirror
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The
Polaris EV LSV also features a one hand
safety net buckle |
The Polaris EV LSV was built to be tough and
reliable. Its 1,000-pound payload capacity, 1,250
lbs. of towing, 500-lb Lock & Ride cargo box,
and On-Demand True All-Wheel Drive for harsh terrain
makes it a strong work partner. Polaris EV LSV
also has VersaTrac with one-wheel, rear-wheel
drive for a tighter turning radius. Its 48-volt,
AC Induction brushless motor provides high performance
with low maintenance for maximum reliability.
For recharging ease, the unit can be charged using
a standard 110 volt AC outlet.
The Polaris EV LSV will be available in Sage
Green and may qualify for lowspeed vehicle tax
credits available to vehicles in the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) Standard No.
500, Low-Speed Vehicles.
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