Gas vs. Electric Golf Carts
An ongoing debate among golf enthusiasts is whether you should invest in a golf cart that has electric or gas power. Of course, there are pros and cons to each. Lucky for you, Richmond Equipment has got the scoop on both electric and gas golf carts. We’ve broken down the essential information on each type of golf cart so you can decide which is a better fit for your needs. When you’re ready to start shopping for a golf cart, visit our dealership in Richmond, Texas near Houston, Beaumont, Victoria, and San Antonio!
Gas Golf Carts
Right out of the gate, we’ll be upfront and tell you that gas golf cars tend to operate at higher speeds, carry heavier loads, and easy to refill on fuel. A key benefit of the higher speeds is that the cart effectively gets you from point A to point B as quickly as possible. Faster moving carts are often allowed on paved areas where slower carts are not. Another reason gas carts are so possible is the fact that they’re custom-built and offer more amenities. Golfers who value options might lean toward gas golf carts.
As convenient as it might be to refuel your gas golf cart, it’s also tougher on the environment, unlike its electric counterpart. Certainly, one gas golf cart isn’t going to destroy the environment but it can still add the pollution of gasoline, both the smell and the sound, to the otherwise green experience on the golf course. Those carbon-monoxide emissions pose a direct threat to health when the carts are driven in tight spaces, like a garage. Gas carts also make much more noise and they require regular maintenance just like vehicles do, so that’s something to keep in mind.
Electric Golf Carts
An obvious benefit of an electric golf cart is that it doesn’t put out any emissions so they’re an excellent green option for golfers who want to avoid impacting the course. If you’re annoyed by the rumbling sound of a gas golf cart, then you’ll be happy to know that electric golf carts are significantly quieter. Another benefit that any consumer would love is that electric golf carts are actually cheaper and often more readily available than their gas-powered counterparts. You also won’t spend as much when it comes to maintenance on an electric golf cart. You’ll charge it to give it juice, so you won’t be spending money at the pump like you would with a gas golf cart.
It’s important to note that electric golf carts can be more difficult to operate. It’s sometimes hard to tell when the machine will run out of power and it takes a good amount of time and effort to recharge it. As a result, the golf cart you purchased for convenience might become a bit of an inconvenience in the long run, especially if you don’t want to be bothered with it dying and having to wait for it to recharge before you can use it again. The batteries are not easily removed for charging, which can be an added frustration. In some cases, batteries need to be towed or pushed when they run out of power.
While there may never be a final verdict in the gas vs. electric golf cart debate, it still helps to be aware of the advantages and drawbacks of each option. It can be a difficult decision to make but most big investments are that way. We want to help you make the right choice for your needs, so don’t hesitate to give us a call or stop by for a chat with one of our knowledgeable representatives today! We’re located in Richmond, Texas near Houston, Beaumont, Victoria, and San Antonio!