Golf Cart Safety Tips

Golf carts are plenty of fun and very convenient when it comes to short-distance travel. However, it’s important to keep in mind that accidents can still happen while driving a golf cart, so it’s important to practice proper safety.

Under the Sun Golf Cars of Lake Gaston, VA, and Youngsville, NC, always wants the best for our clients. That’s why we’ve come up with some safety tips you can use whenever you take your cart out of storage.

Respect Passenger Limits

Each golf cart comes with a specified number of passengers it can accommodate. As a rule of thumb, make sure each passenger has their own individual seat whenever traveling in your cart. Overcrowding your golf cart won’t only affect its performance over time but can also lead to unnecessary accidents and injuries if something goes wrong.

Obey All Traffic Laws

A golf cart is still a motor vehicle and as such, still falls under the guiding regulations stated in the traffic laws. Be sure to treat your cart as you would any other vehicle while on the road. This protects you from liabilities and safeguards the life of you and other drivers while in traffic. Be sure to avoid speeding, tailgating, driving under the influence, and all other offenses while operating your golf cart.

Practice Caution

Golf carts also come with a certain amount of freedom and comfort given their designs. No matter how much you’re enjoying the drive though, ensure that you and all other passengers keep their hands and feet inside the cart while driving. Too much movement should also be avoided to decrease your chances of any injuries or of tipping your golf cart during a sharp turn.

Visit our dealerships in Lake Gaston, VA, and Youngsville, NC today for more information on golf carts and golf cart safety. We also welcome all customers from Bracey, VA!