Electric Golf Cart Information
An electric golf cart or golf trolley is battery powered and used to carry golf bags and other equipment. The electric cart eliminates the need for golfers to lug their heavy bags around the course. Carts also eliminate the need for caddies.
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Types of Golf Carts
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There are two main types of golf carts. One has an open top; the other has a windshield and canopy. You can add different accessories to your golf cart to make it more user friendly. Many companies offer custom-built golf carts according to your specifications.
Additional Features in Electric Golf Carts
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Electric golf carts can come equipped with many features. Regenerative braking can help recharge the batteries when you are on a slope, going downhill. Some carts feature drink coolers or small fans.
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Advantages of Golf Carts
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Carts make playing a lot easier for golfers. Electric carts are much cheaper to operate than gas models. They are also emission free and can be used in indoor compounds. Electric golf carts are lightweight and very easy to drive.
Cost
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Electric carts are expensive, but the comfort they provide is worth the investment. A basic cart costs around $4,000 to $7,000. Additional features such as club covers and coolers can boost the price as high as $15,000. There is also a large market for used electric golf carts.
Considerations
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Consider battery power when purchasing a golf cart. They can be quite heavy to push around if you lose power. An electric cart has to be charged before going onto the course. Find out how long the battery will last with a single charge. Also take the weight of the cart into consideration.
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