Neighborhood Electric Vehicles

All-electric GEM vehicles are great for quick drives around the neighborhood, family trips to the beach, and nights on the town.

Neighborhood electric vehicle NEV

What is a Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV)?

A Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV) can resemble a golf cart. However, it is battery-electric, can travel at a maximum speed of 25 mph (40 kmh), and has a maximum loaded weight of 3,000 lbs (1361 kg). NEVs can be legally operated on most public roads where the posted speed limit is 35 mph (50 kmh) or less.

Vote for GEM as Best NEV!

GEM is nominated for Best Neighborhood Electric Vehicle Company by Micromobility Industries, a global media platform and community that champions small EVs. Vote now to help GEM win the NEV category for the second year in a row.

What is the Difference Between an NEV and LSV?

NEV is a federally approved street-legal classification, that falls under the United States Department classification for low-speed vehicles. While NEV is used in some states, most states use the terminology LSV to recognize street-legal carts.

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Where Can an NEV Be Driven?

Neighborhood vehicles are perfect for quick drives around the community, family trips to the beach, and nights on the town. NEVs can be legally driven on most public roads where the posted speed limit is 35 mph (50 kmh) or less.

Do NEVs Have to Be Registered?

A NEV (LSV) must be titled, registered, and insured according to local laws and may only be operated by a licensed driver.

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Locations with NEV-Friendly Roads

A number of cities have developed paths, lanes and roads for NEVs and LSVs with the goal of reducing vehicle emissions, reducing roadway wear and tear, and reducing reliance on gasoline.

To explore where GEM can take you in your community, check out GEM Go, our low-speed road interactive map.

Find Your GEM Neighborhood Electric Vehicle

e2

Our most nimble EV and smallest footprint model with up to 97 miles of range.
Seats 1-2  |  Starting at $15,240 US MSRP

e4

Our most popular and versatile EV with up to 91 miles of range.
Seats 1-4  |  Starting at $17,490 US MSRP

e6

The ultimate EV shuttle is a great alternative to SUVs or vans with up to 67 miles of range.
Seats 1-6  |  Starting at $21,240 US MSRP

eL XD

Rival any truck or cargo van with up to 1,400 lbs of payload, 1,250 lbs of towing, zero emissions and up to 67 miles of range.
Seats 1-2  |  Starting at $18,741 US MSRP

2023 Best Neighborhood Electric Vehicle Company

The 2023 Rider’s Choice Awards celebrated a broad group of 1,500 companies and people in the micromobility landscape across 26 categories. GEM won the category of “Best Neighborhood Electric Vehicle Company.”

The Rider’s Choice Awards is hosted by Micromobility Industries, a global media platform and community that champions small EVs.