What You Should Know About Tariffs & Imported Golf Carts

Recent U.S. trade rulings have imposed significant anti-dumping and countervailing duties on many Chinese-manufactured golf carts and low-speed vehicles (LSVs). These duties are intended to address unfair pricing and foreign subsidies — but they can also create uncertainty for buyers.

What shoppers should know:

• Prices can change suddenly — duties may be applied after import, which can increase costs down the supply chain.
• Parts and warranty delays are possible — shipments and replacement components may be held or slowed during trade actions.
• Ownership risk varies by brand — manufacturers dependent on overseas production may face greater parts, service, and warranty challenges.

Why many customers prefer American-built or U.S.-assembled carts

While components across the industry are globally sourced, carts that are built or assembled in the United States typically:

• avoid the steepest penalties tied to fully imported vehicles,
• provide more stable parts and service support,
• offer stronger long-term value and resale confidence.

At Fink Golf Cars, our goal is simple: clear, honest information so you can choose a cart that’s dependable today — and supported tomorrow.

If you have questions about how current import duties may affect a specific model, we’re happy to walk you through it.
Have questions? Talk with our team — we’ll explain your options without pressure.

Disclaimer: This advisory is provided for general consumer awareness based on current publicly available U.S. trade rulings. Trade policies and import duty requirements may change, and impacts can vary by brand and model. Please confirm details with your dealer and manufacturer at the time of purchase.