Pick by the job
Buyers rarely say “I need vehicles”. They say “we need to move guests round a resort”, or “the car park is dirty”, or “the airport apron is under snow”. Each job has its own group, and the table below shows where to start.
| Group | Typical range | Suits | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golf carts & utility vehicles | 3 to 14 seats, 48 V or 72 V electric, plus a 400 cc petrol 6-seater | Resorts, campuses, golf clubs, estates | Golf carts |
| Street sweepers & cleaning vehicles | 1200 mm ride-on floor sweeper up to a 3000 L bin electric sweeper and a 10 m³ diesel truck | Factories, malls, roads, depots | Street sweepers |
| Snow sweepers | 56 cm mini blower to a 25 HP roller brush and a tractor-mounted brush | Airports, streets, car parks | Snow sweepers |
| Service trucks & electric buses | 12 m city bus; truck-mounted workshop | Transit operators, fleets, mines | Special vehicles |
| Workshop & rider equipment | 3D wheel alignment system; carbon-shell motorcycle helmet | Garages, dealers, rider shops | Auto service |
Power type is the second decision
Electric is the default for anything that runs indoors, in quiet places or on a predictable loop. Golf carts typically use 48 V lead-acid sets with a range of at least 90 km, and the 14-seat shuttle moves to 72 V. Ride-on sweepers run 2 to 8 hours per charge, depending on size, so match battery hours to your shift.
Petrol and diesel still win where charging is hard or the work is heavy. Snow clearing is the clearest case: the engines in our blowers range from a 6.5 HP mini unit to a 25 HP machine. A diesel vacuum street sweeper runs all day without a charge, which suits roads.
If you are choosing between power types for carts, our electric versus gas golf cart guide covers running costs and terrain in detail.
Match size to the site
- People movers: count seats from peak guests, not average. A 4-seater at 3150 mm long turns easily, while the 8-seat 4640 mm body needs wider paths.
- Sweepers: bin and tank size set how often the operator stops. A 90 L bin suits a small shop floor; a 3000 L bin suits a long road shift.
- Snow gear: width and depth rate set how long a runway takes; slopes and drifts decide tracks versus wheels.
Voltage, charging and climate
Electric vehicles are only as practical as their charging. Lead-acid cart packs need a 7 to 9 hour overnight charge, so plan a dedicated socket and ventilation in the garage. Ride-on sweepers may accept several supply voltages, so the charger must match your mains. In hot places, park vehicles in shade, and in cold places, store batteries indoors, because capacity drops in the cold.
Sweepers and snow machines are often bought for seasonal peaks. Arrange spare brushes, filters and belts at the same time as the machines, so the first season does not stop for a part. Keep driver instructions short and in the local language, because most faults are routine misuse. Where one operator will drive several vehicle types, agree a single training day at handover rather than separate visits.
What to send for a quote
- Job and site type, area or route length, and surface.
- Quantity of each vehicle and seats or capacity wanted.
- Power preference and the charging or fuel arrangement on site.
- Mains voltage and frequency, climate, and slope or snow depth where relevant.
- Logo, colour or body requirements, and delivery port.
For example, a resort might ask for 4-seater 48 V electric golf carts, a 3000 L electric street sweeper for the access roads and a tracked snow blower for the winter months. Send the full list in one inquiry, and each item is quoted against the same site details.