Golf carts are not exempt from the rules of the road. Follow the speed limit, obey traffic signs and signals, yield right-of-way, and obey other laws.
Driving any vehicle – including a golf cart – under the influence of alcohol or other substances is unsafe and illegal.
Never drive while distracted.
Check the weather. Lightning is especially risky for golf cart occupants.
Remain seated while the golf cart is moving.
Make turns with caution and slow speed. Many accidents involve carts tipping.
Carry no more than the recommended number of passengers.
Keep arms and legs inside the cart at all times.
Engage the parking brake and keep the key in your possession when parked.
Learn and use hand signals.
What Age Can You Start Driving Golf Carts?
There is no federal minimum age limit on driving golf cart.
Some states allow as teens as young as 13 to start driving golf carts.
A majority of states allow 14-16 year olds to drive golf carts.
Adult supervision or passengers are often required for younger drivers.
Crash studies demonstrate that younger children and teens should wear seatbelts in golf carts.
Where Can You Drive Golf Carts?
State and local laws vary, but high-speed roadways are never appropriate.
Some states and municipalities permit golf carts on low-speed streets, but may require registration and insurance coverage, as well as a driver’s license.
Golf carts are predominant in some retir.ement communities.
Large universi ty or office campuses often utilize golf carts.
Golf courses and other expansive recreational grounds make use of golf carts.