LUV Resources

 Important Information that you need to know about
Neighborhood Electric Vehicles

NEV Legal Requirements:

• NEV definitions, rules and regulations are covered in the California Vehicle Code (CVC) Sections 385.5, 21250 and 2160.

• NEVs cannot be operated on roads that exceed 35 miles per hour.

• They are not allowed in standard bike lanes less than 7 feet wide.
  

• NEVs can cross roads that exceed 35 miles per hour if the crossing begins and ends on a 35 per mile or less road and if the two roads meet at approximately a 90 degree angle.
  

• NEVs must be registered and licensed with the Department of Motor Vehicles and can only be operated by licensed drivers.
  

• NEVs must be insured.

NEV Cautions:

• NEVs are very quiet so most pedestrians or cyclists will not be able to hear the vehicle until it is close by.

• Some NEVs do not have reverse lights so the driver should pay attention when backing up.
  

• When traveling on 35 mile per hour roads, drivers should be aware of faster moving vehicles and pull over to let them pass.

Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV) details:

• Is a Federally recognized sub-class of low speed vehicle limited to a maximum speed of 25 miles per hour. A NEV is also 4-wheeled and electric.

• Has a range of around 30 miles between charges.

• Federal regulations require NEVs to have license plates, seat belts, headlights, blinkers, wipers, and other safety features.

• Can be charged via any 110V outlet (most normal outlets).