NATIONAL GOLF CART DAY
On June 13, we celebrate National Golf Cart Day as a day that pays tribute to the evolution of the golf cart. This day is for everyone who loves feeling the breeze in their hair on and off the golf course. Let's go for a quick ride through the history of the golf cart and learn some fun facts along the way!
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A golf cart is a small, motorized vehicle originally crafted to carry golfers and their clubs around a golf course. Its history is fascinating, remaining a key tradition of the sport. Today, golfers and non-golfers alike enjoy the flexibility and versatility of these vehicles to carry oneself around a golf course, run errands and to even visit their friends around the neighborhood. Officially known as a golf cart, these vehicles have given people all over the world more GO in their days.
but the Dolan brothers were the ones who really cracked the code on building a golf car efficiently at a fleet scale where it became more than a novelty. A golf course may have had one or two before, but now they could buy a fleet of golf cars that every golfer could go out and use on the course.”
7 Fun Golf Cart Facts
E‑Z‑GO - Founded in 1954 by two brothers in Augusta, GA, E-Z-GO is one of the first companies to build golf carts. For over 70 years, the company is a world leader and global manufacturer of golf carts, utility vehicles and personal transportation vehicles.
The Garia Mansory Prism - Known as the most luxurious golf cart, the Garia Mansory Prism is valued at $69,000 and can accelerate from 0 to 25 mph within two seconds thanks to the lithium battery it runs on.
Golf Cart Mass Production - Beverly and Billy Dolan, Founders of E-Z-GO, were the first to offer fleet options to purchase golf carts. The duo is credited with being the first golf cart manufacturers to mass produce golf carts and offer customized options for golf carts.
$1.2 Million Golf Cart - The most expensive golf cart sold was encrusted with diamonds and was sold at an auction Dubai. The buyer remained anonymous.
Sustainable Technology - ELiTE vehicles come with advanced technology that is safe for the environment. The ELiTE Lithium technology provides longer-lasting batteries than lead acid, reducing environmental waste by 95% compared to lead-acid batteries. They also put out zero emissions into the environment during use.
The Beast - President Lyndon B. Johnson used to ride a golf cart around the White House grounds. President Johnson nicknamed his golf cart "The Beast" because it was fully equipped with a siren and was surrounded by bulletproof glass.
Start Your Engines! - There are competitive golf cart races across the country where "jacked-up" golf carts race around tracks at speeds up to 40 mph.
The first golf cart was invented in 1932 by Lyman Beecher. As an avid golfer, Lyman was looking for a transportation alternative to continue golfing after arthritis set it. He built a cart that could carry him and his clubs, pulled by a caddy. Lyman's innovative invention spread to others with mobilitility disabilities to continue golfing.
During the 1950s, golf carts advanced to become motorized and powered by gasoline. Unfortunately, they were still not widely accepted as most were banned golf courses due to noise and exhaust. Despite this setback, golf carts continued to improve, gaining popularity as electric-powered cart motors became available, a perfect (and quieter) match for golf. By the end of the 1950s, country clubs across the country began renting golf carts to their members for a more leisurely golf experience. Since then, the golf cart has become a necessity for players on the golf course.
E-Z-GO GOLF CART DAY CELEBRATIONS
If you're looking for ways to celebrate National Golf Cart Day, look no further! We have some fun and unique ways that will surely show your enthusiasm for golf carts.
You could throw a golf cart-themed party and invite other golf cart owners to participate. Each owner can decorate their cart with whatever decorations they like. Have different categories for judging, such as most creative or most festive, and award silly prizes to the winners.
Organizing a scavenger hunt in your neighborhood is a great way to interact with your neighbors. Participants can drive golf carts while they look for clues. Enhance the scavenger hunt by making it a potluck block party.
Swing by your friend who doesn’t have one and take them out for an afternoon joyride around town.
Join the public celebration hosted by E-Z-GO on National Golf Cart Day in it's hometown of Augusta, Georgia. You might win one of their amazing giveaways, including a 2-night stay in Orlando.
Share your celebration photos and videos on social media using the hashtag #NationalGolfCartDay.
HISTORY BEHIND NATIONAL GOLF CART DAY
National Golf Cart Day was founded in 2024 by E-Z-GO®, a world leader in transportation and a leading global manufacturer of golf carts, utility and personal transportation vehicles. The company opened its doors for business on June 13, 1954 and has been providing moments of happiness and experiences for those who share their core beliefs. Each year on June 13, we celebrate National Golf Cart Day as a day that pays tribute to the evolution of the golf cart.
About the Founder
E-Z-GO® started with two brothers and a simple belief they could build a better golf cart--one that meets the needs of the customer better than any other vehicle on the market. From their headquarters in Augusta, Georgia, E-Z-GO® builds tens of thousands of vehicles each year. Many of these features include game-changing technology like the exclusive ELiTE™ lithium, found in many electric E-Z-GO models. Not only do their innovations improve vehicle efficiency, they also enhance the user experience like no other vehicle can. The company is entirely American-made and offers over 70 years of experience that celebrates safer and more eco-friendly options for their golf carts.
E-Z-GO® Core Beliefs:
The journey is as important as the destination.
We power your go because more go means more life.
The smallest touch points can make a big impact on experience.
We’re always improving and innovating to ensure we earn our reputation.
Seventy years after the first E‑Z‑GO® vehicle was built in that sweltering one-room shop, there is still the belief to build vehicles and offer services that exceed the expectations of people--offering a vehicle that is better than any other offering on the market with a drive to sustain and improve that position.
Express™ - A great choice for recreational use. Drives easily over small areas of rough terrain, but also great for transporting up to five people on the green.
Freedom® - Available in both gas and electric, the Freedom® model offers plenty of room for storage, including extra space in the bagwell and on the dash. Ideal for packing a picnic lunch for a day out on joy ride and also allows for extra storage for golfing supplies.
Valor™ - The most economical choice of golf carts that allows for aftermarket accessories to be installed. The Valor™ provides all the perks of the Express™ and the Freedom® golf carts, including comfort, driving ease, and durability.
All E-Z-GO products are an unparalleled combination of world-class products. Each year, they continue to apply advanced technology, manufacturing expertise, and extraordinary service, leading the company to cover new ground today, tomorrow and beyond.