Villages life
Golf-cart life
Carts, trails, tunnels and bridges — how you get around, what the rules are, and what a cart costs to own.
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Getting around by cart
Golf-cart paths connect the villages to the town squares, shopping plazas, recreation centers and medical offices. Tunnels and bridges take you under and over the main roads. [PLACEHOLDER — Kevin to review]
Rules of the road
- Standard carts use designated cart paths and permitted roads. [PLACEHOLDER — Kevin to review]
- Street-legal low-speed vehicles have extra requirements (registration, insurance, safety equipment). [PLACEHOLDER — Kevin to review]
- Kids and grandkids: minimum driver ages apply — check current rules. [PLACEHOLDER — Kevin to review]
What a cart costs
Beyond the purchase, budget for insurance, batteries or fuel, and maintenance. The cost calculator includes a yearly cart line. [PLACEHOLDER — Kevin to review]
Common questions
Can I really drive a golf cart everywhere?
Within The Villages, golf-cart paths, tunnels and bridges connect neighborhoods, squares, shopping and medical offices. Street-legal low-speed vehicles have extra rules; regular carts stay on designated paths and roads. [PLACEHOLDER — Kevin to review]
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