A Road Trip to Honor Golf Carts: American Innovation Meets Villages Lifestyle
It’s an awesome day to explore something new beyond the bubble of The Villages, Florida. This time, we packed up for an 800-mile round trip to Summerville, South Carolina to visit the headquarters of Honor LSV, one of the most impressive American golf cart manufacturers we’ve ever seen.
If you’ve been following along on our YouTube channel or Facebook, you already know we’re all about safety, comfort, and value when it comes to golf carts. Before we bought our own cart nearly two years ago, we spent months test-driving different models around The Villages to find one that checked every box. So when we heard about Honor’s focus on American craftsmanship and safety innovation, we had to see it for ourselves.
Built with Purpose and Passion
The founder of Honor LSV, Brian, started the company after a terrifying experience involving his son and a malfunctioning imported golf cart. That moment sparked a mission to build something safer, stronger, and made entirely in the USA. Today, every Honor cart is hand-welded, custom-built, and assembled in-house at their South Carolina facility.
From what we saw, this isn’t just another cart manufacturer. Honor produces nearly every component themselves, including their aluminum frames, powder-coated finishes, and even the seat upholstery. They’ve engineered their carts to be virtually impossible to flip thanks to a patented sway bar system and a low center of gravity. Parents can feel confident knowing their kids and grandkids are riding in one of the safest carts on the market.
Innovation You Can Feel
During our test drive back in The Villages, the first thing we noticed was how quiet these lithium-powered carts are. The model we drove topped out around 20 mph, perfect for neighborhood cruising. The ride was smooth, solid, and built with attention to every detail. And yes, we loved that it came with three-point harness seatbelts and cool-touch seats that don’t burn you after sitting in the Florida sun.
Every Honor cart comes loaded with smart features, including regenerative braking, a 10-year battery warranty, and even a mobile app that lets you adjust settings like top speed, acceleration, and regen braking. Parents can lock the cart remotely or set a lower speed limit for the grandkids. That’s peace of mind that most other brands don’t offer yet.
Style and Comfort Combined
If you’ve seen these carts around town, you’ve probably noticed their sleek look. The LUX model is especially popular, offering color-matched powder coating, premium upholstery, and even more safety lighting. You can customize everything from the seat color to the body style and add accessories like subwoofers, trailer hitches, and lockable storage.
We loved that the rear seats are designed lower than most other brands, which makes them easier to get in and out of. It also lowers the cart’s center of gravity for better stability. Small design choices like that make a big difference for comfort and safety, especially here in The Villages where golf carts are an everyday mode of transportation.
American Craftsmanship at Its Best
Walking through Honor’s 130,000-square-foot facility was like watching precision engineering in motion. They use advanced robotics, laser cutting, and powder coating technology usually seen in aerospace and automotive industries. Everything is over-engineered for strength and reliability. Their aluminum frames are lighter, stronger, and more corrosion-resistant than the steel frames found in most carts.
And it’s all made right here in the United States by a team of about 45 workers, many of whom are veterans or skilled craftsmen from the local community. It’s truly American innovation and hard work on display.
Bringing It Back to The Villages
So what does all this mean for us Villagers? You can actually buy an Honor LSV right here in town at the same place where we purchased our own golf cart. They’re low-pressure, veteran-owned, and staffed by fellow Villagers who understand how we use our carts every day.
If you’d like more information, you can visit our website at www.michaelandtiffany.com and fill out a quick form. You’ll get connected with our trusted local dealer who can answer your questions and even help with discounts on any golf cart they sell.
Final Thoughts
We may not own an Honor Golf Cart yet, but after seeing the quality, safety, and attention to detail that goes into each one, it’s easy to understand why they’re earning such a great reputation. Whether you’re looking for your first cart or thinking about an upgrade, Honor LSV is worth checking out.
It’s exciting to see American-made craftsmanship thriving, and even more exciting to know these beautiful carts are now available right here in The Villages, FL.