Golf Carts - Some Info

Golf carts are not just for golfers on golf courses anymore

. It is not only used for the same purposes, similar to the early days of its introduction, it rode on the back of many innovations and is now made into more of a luxury item.

The average golf cart is about 5'x8' wide and about 3.5' high. The canopy top will have to be tied down securely when transported on open trailer. The electric powered golf cart runs on battery which will run down if the cart is not run or if lights are left on.

The popularity of Golf carts are increasing, as they are used for hunting, gardening, checking fence lines, neighborhood hopping, hauling hay, mail checking, helping the handicapped, cattle herding, grandchildren toting and apartment security. They are now used for transportation purposes at sporting events, airports, hospitals, national parks, businesses, college campuses, military bases and are even used in cases of medical emergencies. They have become the primary means of transportation in many gated and retirement communities.

If your golf cart has been inspected and is street legal, it can be operated on city owned streets. These are used in university campuses where they transport people, goods, equipment and books. Campuses that are equipped for golf cart use often allow golf cart owners whose golf carts may not 'officially' be 'street legal. Though, they can be allowed to cross from one part of the campus to another. On such campuses, golf cart owners are encouraged to use street travel on campus owned streets where possible instead of using the campus sidewalks.

Golf carts are often included in your guest fee and are mandatory at all outings so that one's play can proceed smoothly. The carts are limited to golf-cart paths, particularly in the golfing green environs.

Ensure to charge the electric golf carts after each use and properly plug them in after use. Check that the needle on the meter indicates a charge of plus 10. After four to six hours of charging a battery, an average cart will run for 20 to 35 miles. When compared to the increasing gas prices and air pollutions, a golf cart is the most environment friendly vehicle.

by: Steve Christopher

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