NEV-Neighborhood Electric Vehicles in Fleming Island, Should I get one?

With the price of gas going up it may be time to consider a NEV... Actually living in The Clay County area there are many planned communities it can really make sense. With so many 25 mph roads that connect to everything, schools inside the community along with shopping, libraries and after school activities it just may be worth it. 

NEV is an acronym for Neighborhood Electric Vehicle. A NEV is a street-legal, battery-powered electric vehicle that is limited to roads with posted speed limits of 35 mph (60 km/h) or less. They usually have a top speed of 25-30 mph (50 km/h).

NEVs are well-suited for use in small communities and commercial complexes, and on campuses where getting from one point to another does not require highway access.
Originally, these were oversized golf carts, usually seen in retirement communities. With ever rising gas prices, they have caught more attention and improved designs and features. NEVs are great alternative travel solution for people on the move. They are perfect for driving in and around city centers, master planned communities, resorts, industrial and college campuses and military bases. They are also a great first car for young, new drivers because of the slower speeds

With a cost of just pennies per mile (about 56 cents per full charge--only 2¢ per mile!), by using a NEV for local driving and errands you can considerably cut down on fuel costs. Especially since short errands are the most inefficient trips for gasoline powered cars. Between 50% and 80% of trips are less than ten miles from home. That is the perfect range for a NEV. They are perfect for running errands, to stop at school or just to pick up a few groceries. I have almost talked myself into, now if I can just talk Tom Knapp into I'll be on my way to my next decision... What color NEV should we get?