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Long On the Range
The Hype: Trojan Battery’s new Traveler 8V deep-cycle battery offers the
longest life in the industry.
The Skinny: Independent third-party testing shows Traveler 8V provides more
than 40 percent longer life than today’s current 8-volt golf car batteries.
Tech Specs:
Internal Battery Protection System insulates and protects internal components
Compatible with HydroLink single-point watering system
Membrane-wrapped plates to reduce shorts
24-month warranty
MSRP: Varies (Contact local distributor)
ROI: 40 percent longer life than traditional batteries, which helps reduce
operating costs over the long haul
Contact: (800) 423-6569; www.trojanbattery.com
A Refreshing Change
The Hype: Cushman’s new Refresher 1200
features the innovative FlexServe Technology,
which enables facility operators to quickly
and easily customize their vehicle’s food,
beverage and merchandise offerings to meet
specific wants and needs of customers.
The Skinny: The modular design allows vehicle
operators to customize compartments on the
Refresher 1200 within minutes to accommodate
a variety of different products, from hot
food to cold drinks to apparel.
Tech Specs:
Multiple modules with a range of options,
from merchandise racks to humidors
12-square-foot wraparound counter
12 cubic feet of beverage storage
13.5 horsepower, 401cc Kawasaki engine
MSRP: $20,000-$28,000
ROI: Cannot directly measure (However, officials
point out that the Refresher 1200 offers
the tools for course operators to grow a significant
revenue stream by increasing impulse
buys on the beverage cart.)
Contact: www.cushman.com
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