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Safety Tips for Driving a Golf Cart

Feb. 1 2023 Safety By Connecticut Trailers & Powersports

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Golf carts help you get around a golf course or your neighborhood quickly and efficiently. These easy-to-operate and reliable vehicles are a fun addition to many leisurely activities, allowing you to use your model to move supplies at your warehouse or ferry passengers on a beach or campsite.

However, you prioritize safety when driving your golf cart because they can pose unique safety hazards. But don’t worry—your local golf experts are here to help. Follow these tips when operating your machine, and for more information, contact Connecticut Trailers.

Understand Your Golf Cart

Before you take your golf cart out for a spin, familiarize yourself with the vehicle’s specifications and capabilities. Refer to your model’s owner’s manual to understand its features and limitations and avoid exceeding them. This will help keep you and your passengers safe.

Be Aware of Your Surroundings

Although most golf carts can’t exceed 25 - 35 mph, they can still tip over or collide with other vehicles and obstacles. So, be cautious when driving your model and think ahead before making any maneuvers. You should also check your blind spots before taking any turns and watch out for other drivers, pedestrians, and obstacles on the road.

Follow General Safety Practices

More importantly, follow safety practices when driving your golf cart or riding one as a passenger. Remember that you should:

  • Always wear a seatbelt, especially when riding a golf cart on the street.
  • Avoid driving over wet grass or slick surfaces and making your golf cart unstable.
  • Stay seated throughout the ride, as you might fall out of the vehicle if you stand up or hang out of the sides.
  • Never ride on top of the roof or hood, as this can cause injuries if the driver applies the brakes suddenly.

We hope you find this guide handy when operating your golf cart. If you need more safety advice or help to upgrade your golf vehicle to the latest model, visit Connecticut Trailers. You’ll find us in Bolton, CT, proudly serving our patrons from Hartford County, CT, and Springfield, MA.