August US industry report shows expanding market for low‑speed leisure vehicles, widely adopted in retirement villages, holiday estates and university campuses. Road‑access rules vary state‑by‑state. Most states mandate rear‑view mirrors, seat‑belts, turn‑signal lights and basic V2G interfaces for LSV units. Exporters need FMVSS500 certification plus state‑specific adaptations. Custom‑trim variants with audio and storage accessories enjoy higher profit margin than base models.