The Textron FamilyToday, E-Z-GO vehicles are designed and manufactured by Textron Specialized Vehicles, a division of Textron Inc. that also manufactures commercial and industrial utility vehicles, recreational side-by-side UTVs, and ground support equipment for the aviation industry. E-Z-GO stands alongside its sister Textron Specialized Vehicles brands — Arctic Cat, Jacobsen, Cushman and Textron GSE — as leaders in the respective industries they serve. | Business & Operational Pride E-Z-GO is also well known for its business and operational excellence. In 2009, E-Z-GO received the coveted Shingo Prize for Operational Excellence. That same year, the company's Augusta facility was named one of Industry Week magazine's top 10 manufacturing plants in North America. The company's facilities follow ISO 9001 standards | OEM products vs. Aftermarket productsOne of the more popular reason to choose an aftermarket product over an OEM one has to do with cost. As a general rule, aftermarket parts are usually much less expensive, which seems like a great idea when you’re on a budget. The problem with that is the lack of quality, fit, or function. Longevity is another key advantage of OEM products—and not just for the part itself, but your equipment as well. | What is OEM?OEM, or “original equipment manufacturer,” products are those that originate directly with the manufacturer of your equipment and are identical to the products or parts you’re replacing. OEM products are new and are created with the same materials and consideration the original pieces were. |