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the demand for clean energy vehicles. Typical uses would be on corporate and college campuses, in warehouses, in municipal fleets, and in planned municipal commu- nities, including gated communi- ties. Vehicle Capabilities The Club Car 411 comes in three basic configurations: a van box, a pickup with sides and a flatbed. The vehicles have a curb weight of approximately 2,100 lbs., depend- ing on the configuration and a payload capacity of 1,100 lbs. As an LSV, the top speed is 25 mph, with a range of 50 miles. A 10 Kw, 13.4 hp AC motor paired with a 240A AC controller powers the rear-wheel vehicle. The six sealed lead acid batteries provide a range of up to 50 miles. Standard Features & Options Standard features include a back- up camera, 7″ LCM display, rein- forced ABS body panels and cabin heating. The 411 has a reinforced steel chassis, 4-wheel, hydrau- lic disc brakes and power assist steering. Options include fleet management systems including GPS and geofencing. An Evaluation Pros: Nicely configured for gated community utility functions, and is fully weatherized for all season use. Cons: Does not feature lithium power, possibly because of cost considerations. The lead acid battery pack has only a two-year warranty, as well. cial users seeking a more automo- tive fit and finish, packed inside a small electric LSV.  For short distance loads the 411 provides a great solution to a car or truck.  Success in the marketplace will depend on the sales efforts of local dealers. Many dealers in the Club Car dealer network have as their principal focus the con- sumer market, largely a walk-in sales experience. The commercial segment is, by contrast, a “go-to” type of market. External sales- people will be required. Success will also depend on Club Car management’s willingness to put an investment into dealer training and liberal inventory financing. IGC: Brian, I know you have a well-developed business on the commercial side.  How does the 4ll extend or enhance this side your business?   Brian: We’ve been selling into the commercial space since day 1 and have always taken great pride in aligning ourselves with innova- tive manufacturers who under- stand what the customers need and where the industry is headed. The 411 enhances our product lineup to the LSV category which is growing steadily.    IGC: What are the market seg- ments that, in your opinion, the 411 would appeal to in particular (e.g., municipalities, warehousing, construction, agriculture, etc.)? The following is an interview with Brian Rott, one of Club Car’s most successful dealers. I quired him on the 411, and how it fits into his marketing and sales strategy. Here are questions I posed to him and his responses: Interview with Brian Rott, Presi- dent of Cart Mart, Inc. Under the guidance of CEO Brian Rott, Cart Mart has expanded from its beginnings in San Mar- cos, CA to now four dealerships throughout California’s South- land. Cart Mart is an authorized dealer for Club Car, Yamaha, Garia, and Polaris GEM. Cart Mart will be adding the 411 to its vehicle offerings. IGC (Inside the Gated Communi- ty): What is it you particularly like about the 411 as a utility vehicle product?  (it would be good to cite specific specifica- tions.)  Brian: The new Club Car 411 addresses a market of commer- Brian: We will likely see the 411 thrive in the educational vertical (colleges and universities) but also a vehicle like the 411 could open up new markets for the delivery of goods and services in urban and high density neighbor- hoods.    IGC: Do you see the 411 substi- tuting for ICE vehicle, i.e., pickup trucks, primarily, or do you see a unique market niche developing for it? Brian: Absolutely. The category of small task oriented vehicles is growing fast and small vehicles, especially LSV’s like the 411, are eating the automotive industries lunch. Albeit we are only taking Continued on page 44 OCTOBER 2019 21