Yes, especially in the standard and SFT models. LST models are less about maximum forgiveness and more about lower spin and control for better ball strikers.
Yes. Ping is one of the best-known golf equipment brands and has a strong reputation for drivers, fairway woods, hybrids and long-game clubs.
Yes, if the loft, shaft, flex and condition suit the player. The Ping G30 can offer good value on the used market, especially for golfers who want simple Ping stability and forgiveness.
Driver technology usually remains competitive for several years. A well-kept Ping G30 driver should remain a strong option for a long time if the loft, shaft, model and condition suit the player.
The main improvement is Turbulator crown aerodynamics, adjustable loft and model-specific launch/spin options. Golfers coming from older Ping drivers may see better stability, launch, forgiveness or adjustability, but the biggest benefit comes from choosing the Ping G30 head that matches the flight and forgiveness they need.