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Textron E-Z-GO (NYSE: TXT) today announced the next generation of its g E-Z-GO® Liberty™ vehicle for the 2027 model year. It’s said to be redesigned from the ground up to offer an unparalleled ride in a neighborhood or on the golf course.* Liberty will be available as a street-legal “low-speed vehicle,” or LSV, meeting the federally required FMVSS 500 and voluntary SAE J2358 standards, with a maximum speed of 25 mph and the qualifications to travel on most public roads with posted speed limits of 35 mph or less. E-Z-GO Liberty will be available this summer from E-Z-GO authorized dealers.
“Automotive features abound in the 2027 E-Z-GO Liberty to provide a premium experience for driver and passengers. An available infotainment system features a 10-inch ECOXGEAR touchscreen, 28-inch ECOXGEAR soundbar with LED lighting, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. IntelliScreen™ functionality, integrated into the Liberty’s touchscreen, provides critical vehicle information at a glance, such as speed, state of charge, and onboard vehicle diagnostics. IntelliScreen also allows operators to tune vehicle performance, including governance of the vehicle’s speed and acceleration, and selectable driving modes that allow drivers to customize the vehicle’s performance to their driving style. A charging pad allows for wireless charging of compatible smartphones. Select trim levels include electronic push-to-start functionality,” Textron E-Z-GO said.
As with all E-Z-GO ELiTE series vehicles, Liberty is powered by Samsung SDI lithium battery technology, said to be exclusive to E-Z-GO, offering greater energy efficiency, longer range between charges, and faster recharging than traditional lead-acid batteries. The batteries require no maintenance and have an eight-year battery warranty.
“The Liberty’s compact wheelbase offers enhanced maneuverability and a tight turning radius for navigating trails, alleys and cart paths, while also offering more legroom for all occupants than prior models. The Liberty’s automotive-style hanging pedals provide drivers with familiar ergonomics and responsive throttle and braking control.
“When riders arrive at their destination, they’ll have everything they need, thanks to the Liberty’s expansive storage. The Liberty features a trunk, frunk, and under-seat storage, to haul the necessities for the day’s fun. A standard 2-inch universal rear hitch receiver, with available “quiet connection,” allows for the use of hitch-mounted cargo racks, or the addition of a golf-bag attachment to facilitate a round on the course. Ample dashboard storage provides space for phones, wallets, rangefinders, purses and other personal items for driver and passengers – and every occupant gets their own dedicated cup-holder within easy reach.
“For peace of mind, a high-definition backup camera, integrated with the vehicle’s touchscreen, provides unobstructed sight-lines when reversing the vehicle, for enhanced safety for occupants and passersby. The Liberty’s IntelliBrake™ provides consistent, controlled braking on hills and descents, and automatically engages the vehicle’s service brake when it stops, to protect driver and passengers. The Liberty features a welded steel frame and injection-molded, automotive-grade body panels for durability throughout the vehicle’s lifespan.
“Premium trim levels include three-point seat belts for the driver and all passengers. The seat belts buckle from the outside of the vehicle inward, like automobiles, versus the “inside-out” configuration commonly used by other manufacturers. The Liberty’s headlights, taillights and brake lights utilize bright LEDs to maximize visibility in low-light conditions. Premium trim levels feature headlight accents that can be customized with different colors and lighting patterns to enhance visibility and personalize your ride,” Textron E-Z-GO said.
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About Ken Zino
Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn.
He also brings an historical perspective while citing their contemporary relevance of the work of legendary auto writers such as Ken Purdy, Jim Dunne or Jerry Flint, or writers such as Red Smith, Mark Twain, Thomas Jefferson – all to bring perspective to a chaotic automotive universe.
Above all, decades after he first drove a car, Zino still revels in the sound of the exhaust as the throttle is blipped during a downshift and the driver’s rush that occurs when the entry, apex and exit points of a turn are smoothly and swiftly crossed. It’s the beginning of a perfect lap.
AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks.
Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.
First Look – the 2027 E-Z-GO Liberty
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Textron E-Z-GO (NYSE: TXT) today announced the next generation of its g E-Z-GO® Liberty™ vehicle for the 2027 model year. It’s said to be redesigned from the ground up to offer an unparalleled ride in a neighborhood or on the golf course.* Liberty will be available as a street-legal “low-speed vehicle,” or LSV, meeting the federally required FMVSS 500 and voluntary SAE J2358 standards, with a maximum speed of 25 mph and the qualifications to travel on most public roads with posted speed limits of 35 mph or less. E-Z-GO Liberty will be available this summer from E-Z-GO authorized dealers.
“Automotive features abound in the 2027 E-Z-GO Liberty to provide a premium experience for driver and passengers. An available infotainment system features a 10-inch ECOXGEAR touchscreen, 28-inch ECOXGEAR soundbar with LED lighting, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. IntelliScreen™ functionality, integrated into the Liberty’s touchscreen, provides critical vehicle information at a glance, such as speed, state of charge, and onboard vehicle diagnostics. IntelliScreen also allows operators to tune vehicle performance, including governance of the vehicle’s speed and acceleration, and selectable driving modes that allow drivers to customize the vehicle’s performance to their driving style. A charging pad allows for wireless charging of compatible smartphones. Select trim levels include electronic push-to-start functionality,” Textron E-Z-GO said.
As with all E-Z-GO ELiTE series vehicles, Liberty is powered by Samsung SDI lithium battery technology, said to be exclusive to E-Z-GO, offering greater energy efficiency, longer range between charges, and faster recharging than traditional lead-acid batteries. The batteries require no maintenance and have an eight-year battery warranty.
“The Liberty’s compact wheelbase offers enhanced maneuverability and a tight turning radius for navigating trails, alleys and cart paths, while also offering more legroom for all occupants than prior models. The Liberty’s automotive-style hanging pedals provide drivers with familiar ergonomics and responsive throttle and braking control.
“When riders arrive at their destination, they’ll have everything they need, thanks to the Liberty’s expansive storage. The Liberty features a trunk, frunk, and under-seat storage, to haul the necessities for the day’s fun. A standard 2-inch universal rear hitch receiver, with available “quiet connection,” allows for the use of hitch-mounted cargo racks, or the addition of a golf-bag attachment to facilitate a round on the course. Ample dashboard storage provides space for phones, wallets, rangefinders, purses and other personal items for driver and passengers – and every occupant gets their own dedicated cup-holder within easy reach.
“For peace of mind, a high-definition backup camera, integrated with the vehicle’s touchscreen, provides unobstructed sight-lines when reversing the vehicle, for enhanced safety for occupants and passersby. The Liberty’s IntelliBrake™ provides consistent, controlled braking on hills and descents, and automatically engages the vehicle’s service brake when it stops, to protect driver and passengers. The Liberty features a welded steel frame and injection-molded, automotive-grade body panels for durability throughout the vehicle’s lifespan.
“Premium trim levels include three-point seat belts for the driver and all passengers. The seat belts buckle from the outside of the vehicle inward, like automobiles, versus the “inside-out” configuration commonly used by other manufacturers. The Liberty’s headlights, taillights and brake lights utilize bright LEDs to maximize visibility in low-light conditions. Premium trim levels feature headlight accents that can be customized with different colors and lighting patterns to enhance visibility and personalize your ride,” Textron E-Z-GO said.
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About Ken Zino
Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn. He also brings an historical perspective while citing their contemporary relevance of the work of legendary auto writers such as Ken Purdy, Jim Dunne or Jerry Flint, or writers such as Red Smith, Mark Twain, Thomas Jefferson – all to bring perspective to a chaotic automotive universe. Above all, decades after he first drove a car, Zino still revels in the sound of the exhaust as the throttle is blipped during a downshift and the driver’s rush that occurs when the entry, apex and exit points of a turn are smoothly and swiftly crossed. It’s the beginning of a perfect lap. AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks. Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.