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E-Z-GO® Introduces All-New Liberty™ Vehicle for 2027 Model Year

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Textron E-Z-GO (NYSE: TXT) unveiled the redesigned 2027 E-Z-GO Liberty, a next‑generation neighborhood and golf vehicle with automotive-style features and expanded storage. Key highlights include a 10-inch ECOXGEAR touchscreen with IntelliScreen™, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, Samsung SDI lithium batteries with an 8-year warranty, IntelliBrake™, welded steel frame, and available street-legal LSV configuration meeting FMVSS 500 and SAE J2358 standards. The Liberty offers selectable driving modes, wireless phone charging, electronic push-to-start on select trims, and will be available from authorized dealers this summer 2026.

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  • Exclusive Samsung SDI lithium battery technology
  • 8-year battery warranty
  • Meets FMVSS 500 and SAE J2358 for street-legal LSV use
  • Integrated 10-inch ECOXGEAR touchscreen with IntelliScreen™
  • Expanded storage: trunk, frunk, underseat

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News Market Reaction – TXT

+3.39%
+3.39% Session close to close

In the Jan 21 session, TXT gained 3.39%, reflecting a moderate positive market reaction.

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Market Context

This announcement highlights Textron’s continued investment in its E‑Z‑GO brand, introducing the 202...
Analysis

This announcement highlights Textron’s continued investment in its E‑Z‑GO brand, introducing the 2027 Liberty with automotive-style features, Samsung SDI lithium batteries, and optional low-speed vehicle capability up to 25 mph. Against a backdrop of recent business jet launches and an upcoming Q4 2025 earnings call, the news adds another product milestone. Investors may watch how adoption, dealer feedback, and any subsequent financial disclosures connect this offering to revenue growth and margins across Textron’s portfolio.

Key Figures

Infotainment touchscreen size: 10-inch Soundbar length: 28-inch Battery warranty: 8-year +5 more
8 metrics
Infotainment touchscreen size 10-inch ECOXGEAR touchscreen in 2027 E-Z-GO Liberty
Soundbar length 28-inch ECOXGEAR soundbar with LED lighting
Battery warranty 8-year Warranty on Samsung SDI lithium batteries in Liberty
Rear hitch receiver size 2-inch Universal rear hitch receiver on Liberty
Maximum LSV speed 25 mph Street-legal low-speed vehicle configuration
Road speed limit 35 mph Eligible public roads for Liberty LSV use
Share price $93.16 TXT price prior to Liberty 2027 news
52-week high $94.88 TXT trading about 1.8% below high pre-news

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jan 14 (Positive)
Pattern 5 events
Date Event Sentiment 24h Move Catalyst
Jan 14 Jet upgrade launch Positive +0.7% Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 with Garmin Autothrottles entered service after FAA OK.
Jan 08 Jet upgrade launch Positive +2.3% Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 entered service with major Gen2 cabin and cockpit updates.
Jan 07 Brand/CSR update Positive -1.6% Special Olympics Airlift role announcement highlighting community and brand engagement.
Jan 06 Earnings timing Neutral +1.2% Set date and access details for upcoming Q4 2025 earnings release and call.
Dec 31 Jet entry to service Positive -1.3% Cessna Citation Ascend entered service after FAA certification with upgraded performance.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Recent product and service milestones often saw modest, mixed price reactions, with some positive aircraft launches followed by gains and others met with small declines.

Recent Company History

Over the last few weeks, Textron reported several aviation milestones. On Dec 30, 2025, the Cessna Citation Ascend entered service after Nov 2025 FAA type certification, but shares fell 1.32%. Early January brought the CJ3 Gen2 and M2 Gen2 service entries, with price moves of +2.31% and +0.72%. A Special Olympics Airlift update on Jan 7, 2026 saw a 1.65% decline. The upcoming Q4 2025 earnings call on Jan 28, 2026 adds a financial catalyst alongside this new Liberty vehicle launch.

Key Terms

apple carplay, android auto, low-speed vehicle, fmvss 500
4 terms
apple carplay technical
"wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto connectivity."
Apple CarPlay is a system that mirrors a smartphone’s apps and voice assistant onto a car’s dashboard screen, letting drivers make calls, navigate, play music and use certain apps with touch or voice commands. For investors, its presence or absence in a vehicle model signals the carmaker’s appeal to tech-savvy buyers, affects accessory and licensing revenues, and can influence consumer preference much like offering popular smartphone features in a product lineup.
android auto technical
"wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto connectivity."
A smartphone-based in-car interface that mirrors selected phone apps—navigation, music, messages—onto a vehicle’s dashboard screen so drivers can use them with simpler controls and voice commands. It matters to investors because widespread adoption affects automakers’ software strategies, supplier sales and service revenues, and the value of companies that make compatible apps, chips, or cars; think of it as the operating system for a car’s phone-connected features.
low-speed vehicle regulatory
"available as a street-legal "low-speed vehicle," or LSV, meeting the federally"
A low-speed vehicle is a small, usually electric or low-powered road vehicle designed to travel at reduced speeds (commonly capped around 25 mph) for short trips in neighborhoods, campuses, or resort areas—think of a road-legal golf cart for everyday errands. Investors pay attention because regulations, safety rules, battery technology and consumer demand determine the market size, manufacturing costs and liability exposure, so changes in any of those areas can quickly affect sales and profitability.
fmvss 500 regulatory
"LSV, meeting the federally required FMVSS 500 and voluntary SAE J2358 standards,"
FMVSS 500 is a U.S. federal safety standard that sets equipment and performance rules for low-speed vehicles, such as neighborhood electric vehicles, including limits on top speed and requirements for lights, brakes, mirrors and seat belts. For investors, compliance is like a vehicle passing a safety inspection: meeting FMVSS 500 is required to sell these small electric vehicles legally and reduces regulatory and liability risk, while noncompliance can block market access and trigger costs.

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AUGUSTA, Ga., Jan. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Textron E-Z-GO LLC, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announces the next generation of its groundbreaking E-Z-GO® Liberty™ vehicle for the 2027 model year, redesigned from the ground up to offer an unparalleled ride, whether it's traveling the neighborhood or traversing the golf course.

Automotive features abound in the 2027 E-Z-GO Liberty to provide a premium experience for driver and passengers. An available infotainment system features a 10-inch ECOXGEAR touchscreen, 28-inch ECOXGEAR soundbar with LED lighting, and wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto connectivity. IntelliScreen™ functionality, integrated into the Liberty's touchscreen, provides critical vehicle information at a glance, such as speed, state of charge, and onboard vehicle diagnostics. IntelliScreen also allows operators to tune vehicle performance, including governance of the vehicle's speed and acceleration, and selectable driving modes that allow drivers to customize the vehicle's performance to their driving style. A charging pad allows for wireless charging of compatible smartphones. Select trim levels include electronic push-to-start functionality.

Behind the wheel, drivers can expect a spirited, comfortable ride. Like all E-Z-GO ELiTE series vehicles, the Liberty is powered by the next generation of Samsung SDI lithium battery technology, exclusive to E-Z-GO, offering greater energy efficiency, longer range between charges, and faster recharging than traditional lead-acid batteries. The batteries require no maintenance and are backed by an eight-year battery warranty. The Liberty's compact wheelbase offers enhanced maneuverability and a tight turning radius for navigating trails, alleys and cart paths, while also offering more legroom for all occupants than prior models. The Liberty's automotive-style hanging pedals provide drivers with familiar ergonomics and responsive throttle and braking control.

When riders arrive at their destination, they'll have everything they need, thanks to the Liberty's expansive storage. The Liberty features a trunk, frunk, and underseat storage, to haul the necessities for the day's fun. A standard 2-inch universal rear hitch receiver, with available "quiet connection," allows for the use of hitch-mounted cargo racks, or the addition of a golf-bag attachment to facilitate a round on the course. Ample dashboard storage provides space for phones, wallets, rangefinders, purses and other personal items for driver and passengers – and every occupant gets their own dedicated cupholder within easy reach.

For peace of mind, a high-definition backup camera, integrated with the vehicle's touchscreen, provides unobstructed sightlines when reversing the vehicle, for enhanced safety for occupants and passersby. The Liberty's IntelliBrake™ provides consistent, controlled braking on hills and descents, and automatically engages the vehicle's service brake when it stops, to protect driver and passengers. The Liberty features a welded steel frame and injection-molded, automotive-grade body panels for durability throughout the vehicle's lifespan.

Premium trim levels include three-point seatbelts for the driver and all passengers. The seat belts buckle from the outside of the vehicle inward, like automobiles, versus the "inside-out" configuration commonly used by other manufacturers. The Liberty's headlights, taillights and brake lights utilize bright LEDs to maximize visibility in low-light conditions. Premium trim levels feature headlight accents that can be customized with different colors and lighting patterns to enhance visibility and personalize your ride.

For those who need to travel public roadways, the Liberty will be available as a street-legal "low-speed vehicle," or LSV, meeting the federally required FMVSS 500 and voluntary SAE J2358 standards, with a maximum speed of 25 mph and the ability to travel on most public roads with posted speed limits of 35 mph or less.

The 2027 E-Z-GO Liberty will be available this summer from E-Z-GO authorized dealers. For more information about the 2027 E-Z-GO Liberty and the complete line of E-Z-GO vehicles, or to find your local dealer, visit ezgo.com.

About E-Z-GO
Founded in Augusta, Ga. in 1954, E-Z-GO is a globally renowned leader in the design and manufacture of golf cars and personal transport vehicles, known for its use of innovative sustainable electric-vehicle and powertrain technology. E-Z-GO models include RXV® fleet and personal golf cars; E-Z-GO Express™ personal transportation vehicles, and the Liberty™, the industry's first vehicle to offer four forward-facing seats in a compact, golf-car-sized footprint. E-Z-GO became part of Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) in 1960, and today operates as part of the Textron Specialized Vehicles business of Textron Inc. For more information, visit ezgo.com.

About Textron Inc.
Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, and Textron Systems. For more information, visit: www.textron.com.

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FAQ

When will the 2027 E-Z-GO Liberty (TXT) be available for purchase?

The 2027 E-Z-GO Liberty will be available from authorized E-Z-GO dealers this summer 2026.

Does the 2027 E-Z-GO Liberty (TXT) offer a warranty on its lithium batteries?

Yes. The Liberty's Samsung SDI lithium batteries are backed by an 8-year battery warranty.

What infotainment features does the 2027 E-Z-GO Liberty (TXT) include?

Available features include a 10-inch ECOXGEAR touchscreen, 28-inch soundbar with LED lighting, IntelliScreen™, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

What safety features are standard or available on the 2027 E-Z-GO Liberty (TXT)?

The Liberty offers a high-definition backup camera, IntelliBrake™ for controlled braking, welded steel frame, and three-point seatbelts on premium trims.