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Offline DeweyD

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Golf Carts
« on: Mar 28, 22, 08:50:50 AM »
I've looked for specific guidance on golf carts on Wrightwood streets, and I've only found rumors and contrasting opinions. The law says they're allowed on 25 mph streets, with appropriate safety upgrades, IF THE LOCAL COMMUNITY ALLOWS. Has that occurred in our town? We can get downtown from our cabin with those requirements, but before we invest in a cart, I'd love to have something that officially blesses the use of the cart. Thanks.

https://www.pe.com/2021/10/13/whats-required-to-make-a-golf-cart-street-legal-and-then-get-it-registered-with-dmv/

Offline Bob C

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Re: Golf Carts
« Reply #1 on: Mar 28, 22, 10:32:36 AM »
I believe it's allowed when you're within a mile from a golf course.... not just "anywhere if the local community permits". In most cases, they must be registered and properly equipped for travel on public streets anyway.

https://codes.findlaw.com/ca/vehicle-code/veh-sect-345.html

https://codes.findlaw.com/ca/vehicle-code/veh-sect-21115.html

https://codes.findlaw.com/ca/vehicle-code/veh-sect-21115-1.html

https://codes.findlaw.com/ca/vehicle-code/veh-sect-21716.html

Offline DeweyD

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Re: Golf Carts
« Reply #2 on: Mar 28, 22, 01:34:22 PM »
Thanks Bob. You might also check out the link I included in my original post. Thanks.

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Re: Golf Carts
« Reply #3 on: Mar 28, 22, 02:17:21 PM »

Golf carts here in the land of the golf cart DUI (Avalon, ca) are licensed and plated by the DMV and require a permit by the city.

They're also limiting new carts length to 130 inches inches in length.  Existing longer carts are grandfathered in.   

I think I'd go have a conversation with the DMV before purchasing one for WW. 

oddly I've never heard any discussion about insurance.. I'm gonna cruise downtown and ask my buddies.

If you buy one I recommend a six seater where the backseat folds down and makes a deck. It's handy when you're running around with four people and a couple dogs.   

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Re: Golf Carts
« Reply #4 on: Mar 28, 22, 02:28:18 PM »
Thanks Bob. You might also check out the link I included in my original post. Thanks.

That news article is incomplete... I believe California Vehicle Code citations, more than a news article. Please read the regulations I cited.

Offline SpeedRacer

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Re: Golf Carts
« Reply #5 on: Mar 29, 22, 06:27:24 AM »
"I think I'd go have a conversation with the DMV before purchasing one for WW." Is that even possible?

Offline lwt42

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Re: Golf Carts
« Reply #6 on: Mar 29, 22, 11:23:57 PM »
If it's driven on the streets, it has to be "street legal" -- turn signals, brake lights, and a license plate.

I see a lot of vehicles on our streets (two and four wheel) that lack all of these.

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Re: Golf Carts
« Reply #7 on: Mar 30, 22, 09:04:43 AM »
"I think I'd go have a conversation with the DMV before purchasing one for WW." Is that even possible?

As challenging as the DMV is I am always impressed how helpful and knowledgeable staff is when I finally get to the window.  I told the employees at the post office they should take a lesson from DMV employees, I could tell my comment hit a nerve lol.


https://www.pe.com/2021/10/13/whats-required-to-make-a-golf-cart-street-legal-and-then-get-it-registered-with-dmv/


 

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Re: Golf Carts
« Reply #8 on: Mar 30, 22, 10:15:54 AM »
I'm concerned about the 11 - 15 yr olds driving around with tons of kids on the cart going as fast as they can. Up and down my dirt road the other day with blankets on hitting all bumps and bouncing of their seats.


Offline lwt42

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Re: Golf Carts
« Reply #9 on: Apr 04, 22, 05:19:17 PM »
I'm concerned about the 11 - 15 yr olds driving around with tons of kids on the cart going as fast as they can. Up and down my dirt road the other day with blankets on hitting all bumps and bouncing of their seats.

These kids are probably allowed to drive around inside their gated communities in the O.C.

They come up here and think since this is a small town, they're entitled to do the same.

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Re: Golf Carts
« Reply #10 on: Apr 10, 22, 04:37:50 PM »
I'm concerned about the 11 - 15 yr olds driving around with tons of kids on the cart going as fast as they can. Up and down my dirt road the other day with blankets on hitting all bumps and bouncing out of their seats.