<Tr> <Td> </Td> <Td> The examples and perspective in this article deal primarily with the United States and do not represent a worldwide view of the subject . You may improve this article, discuss the issue on the talk page, or create a new article, as appropriate . (August 2014) (Learn how and when to remove this template message) </Td> </Tr> <P> A golf cart (called golf car in ANSI standard Z130. 1, since "carts" are not self - propelled) is a small vehicle designed originally to carry two golfers and their golf clubs around a golf course or on desert trails with less effort than walking . </P> <P> Golf carts come in a wide range of formats and are more generally used to convey small numbers of passengers short distances at speeds less than 15 mph (24 km / h) per ANSI Standard z130. 1 as originally manufactured . They are generally around 4 feet (1.2 m) wide × 8 feet (2.4 m) long × 6 feet (1.8 m) high and weigh 900 pounds (410 kg) to 1,000 pounds (450 kg). Most are powered by 4 - stroke engines . </P> <P> The price of a golf cart can range anywhere from under US $1,000 to well over US $20,000 per cart, depending on several factors . These factors may include whether or not a fleet of carts is being purchased for a golf course or a country club, for example, and whether the carts are new or used . Other factors may include options such as equipment requirements, and how many people the cart is meant to transport . With the rise in popularity of golf carts, many golf clubs or country clubs offer storage and energy options to golf cart owners . This has led to the modification of golf carts to suit use at the particular golf course . Typical modification includes windshields, ball cleaners, cooler trays, upgraded motor or speed controller (to increase speed and / or torque), and lift kits . </P>

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