Company:	Dynasty Electric Car Corp.
Brands:	2006 IT (5 models)
Pricing:	Starting at $19,000
Range:	30.4 miles
Speed:	24.5 mph
Batteries:	EV-31 Flooded Lead Acid

Dynasty Electric Car Corporation’s Dynasty IT product line consists of five closely related models.  All are pretty much the same vehicle with only the frame varying.  The sedan pictured above has a starting price of $19,000.  The 2006 IT product line are Low Speed Vehicles (LSV’s).  This means you can only legally drive them on roads with a 35 mph speed limit or less, where they are allowed to go 25 mph maximum.  Originally manufactured in Canada, Dynasty Electric was purchased in April 2008 by a Pakistani auto company. 

What I like about this car is it made wise choices.  Unlike other cars in it’s class, it doesn’t try to be exotic.  Flooded Lead Acid Batteries are cheap in cost, but require regular maintenance, which is nothing more than filling them with distilled water.  You can always upgrade to Sealed Gel Style Batteries if you can’t be bothered with the hassle.  Using quality components, this car is safe and practical.

Take a look at the various styles.  The Sports and Tropic models seem designed for people who wear furry costumes and drive in parades.  The Van is way too ugly.  That leaves the Sedan and the Utility Models.  I think the Utility looks best.  If you had a local business, it would be so cool to pull up with one of these vehicles sporting a custom paint job advertising your company. 

Now, even though I could fit my family of 4 into the Sedan, I have a feeling this car isn’t for me.  Three years ago maybe this car gave you the most bang for your buck.  But now that the major automobile manufacturers are entering the electric car arena, this vehicle seems very old tech.  I can wait until 2010 to make my decision.

Who is this car for?   Someone looking to drive locally at 24 mph or less.  It would make a great pizza delivery vehicle around a college campus.   I picture Mr. Met driving in from the bullpen on one of these to throw out the first ball at the new Shea Stadium.  If you wan’t a safe, practical, low cost, electric car right now, this may be a choice to consider.