[AlyceParticipant]

Hi Megan,

The majority of Golf Carts/Electric Vehicles come in 24, 36 or 48 volt options, with 36 & 48 being the most popular.

Generally speaking, the voltage refers to how much power is available. A 24v cart has 4 x 6 volt batteries, a 36v cart 6 x 6 volt batteries and a 48v cart 8 x 6 volt batteries.

Due to the way most carts have their controllers set up and are speed limited for safety, you will not notice much difference in speed between them on flat ground.

The main difference is that a higher voltage cart will have more ‘torque’ meaning it will have a better/faster ability to climb hills and carry a heavier load.

You should consider the main purpose the cart will be used for, any slopes/inclines it will need to climb and the sort of load it will carry and make your decision from there.

It is also wise to consider maintenance costs, as batteries will require replacement every few years. It would be unwise to run a 48v cart in an environment where a 24v cart could easily perform the same task. However, in saying that, you do not want to pick a cart with too low voltage or you run the risk of ‘overworking’ the machine which can result in early replacement of batteries, controllers, motors etc.

Most reputable suppliers will be happy to provide you with a free site assessment to ensure you purchase the correct vehicle for your application, this saves you the stress of making this choice yourself!

[AlyceParticipant]

Hi Dan,

It’s pretty difficult to get much of a discount on ipads and iphones in Australia as most ‘genuine’ resellers of these products don’t have a big mark up on them to begin with.

Most places would probably throw in a few freebies with them though such as cases or maybe some iTunes vouchers etc..

[AlyceParticipant]

Hi Lisa,

It depends what type of golf cart you have.

Generally speaking, most 48V golf carts are designed to last approximately the length of around one and a quarter golf courses before needing a re-charge. Other factors such as hills, the weight the cart is carrying and the condition of the batteries will all affect the run time of the cart.

Re-charge times can vary between models, but generally speaking it is around 8 hours for a full charge.

Most golf carts have automatic chargers which cut off when the golf cart is fully charged, so you just plug it in at the end of the day and it will be ready to go the next morning.

Make sure you always charge the cart in a well ventilated area.

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