Built for Extreme Expectations -- Club Car Introduces All-New 4x4 Utility Vehicles

AUGUSTA, Ga., July 27 -- Club Car has combined safety and comfort with power and agility to create the XRT1550 series utility vehicles that will please outdoor enthusiasts as well as those with demanding outdoor chores. The XRT1550 series features rugged, automotive-inspired styling, which complements the vehicles' powerful engines, true all-wheel-drive capability and spacious seating.

Automotive Styling

With its stylized grill, rounded hood and heavy-duty side panels, this series of utility vehicles is in a class by itself. The XRT1550's body was designed by specialists in the automotive industry, and the result is an exciting departure from traditional design standards.

Exclusive Features for Safety, Strength, Versatility

Great looks are just the beginning. The XRT1550 series features the exclusive IntelliTrak technology with the industry's only fully automatic, All-Wheel-Drive system. By continually sensing driving conditions, IntelliTrak automatically engages and disengages All-Wheel-Drive without requiring the driver to stop, shift gears, push buttons or lock differentials.

In addition, the XRT1550 series offers more feature options than any other utility vehicle. With choices of bench or bucket seats, standard or heavy duty suspension, mud or all terrain tires, Honda gas or Kubota diesel engines, the XRT was designed with the individual in mind. For superior riding comfort, the XRT1550 series offers a 2-seater vehicle and a 4-seater vehicle. Each seat is equipped with a retractable seat belt, and the entire passenger area is protected by Club Car's standard certifies Roll Over Protective Structure.

The XRT1550 series offers two engine options - a 20 hp, 614 cc Honda V Twin gas engine or 20 hp, 719 cc Kubota diesel engine. Both offer superior strength and deliver maximum durability to handle any job, from transporting hunters with gear through mountainous terrain to hauling riders and equipment across the farm.

Designed for maximum strength and long life, XRT1550 features a rust- proof, aircraft-grade frame and a total payload capacity of more than 3/4 ton. What's more, the fully independent front suspension, swing arm rear suspension, and automotive-style four-wheel hydraulic disc brakes contribute to the vehicle's overall durability.

  Additional features of the XRT1550 include:
   -- 800 - 1,050 lbs. bed load capacity, based upon standard or heavy-duty
      suspension
   -- Roomy cargo box (48" x 49.8" x 10.9")
   -- Adjustable tilt steering column
   -- 25" Mud tires (all terrain tires also available)
   -- 12" floor-to-ground clearance
   -- The industry's best warranty (limited two-year, 2,000 hour coverage)

The MSRP on the XRT1550 is $9,400 for the gas engine and $10,750 for the diesel engine. The XRT1550 SE (gas) is $11,850 and $13,000 (diesel). For more information on the XRT1550 series or to find a local dealer, visit http://www.clubcar.com/ .

About Club Car

Club Car ( http://www.clubcar.com/ ) manufactures a wide range of electric- and gasoline-powered vehicles for the golf, utility, transportation, private owner and rough terrain markets. Based in Augusta, Ga., Club Car is part of the Compact Vehicle Technologies Sector of Ingersoll Rand, a leading diversified industrial company providing products, services and integrated solutions to industries ranging from transportation and manufacturing to food retailing, construction, and agriculture. With a 100-year-old heritage of technological innovation, Ingersoll Rand helps companies worldwide to be more productive, efficient and innovative. For more information, please visit http://www.ingersollrand.com/ .