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🚦 Florida Low-Speed Vehicle (LSV) Laws – What You Need to Know

At The Getaway Carts, we want your ride to be fun and legal. That’s why all of our carts meet Florida’s Low-Speed Vehicle (LSV) requirements — so you can cruise the coast with confidence.

✅ What Is a Low-Speed Vehicle?

In Florida, an LSV is defined as a 4-wheeled vehicle that:

  • Has a top speed between 20 and 25 mph

  • Is street-legal on roads with a posted speed limit of 35 mph or less

  • Must be registered and insured, just like a car

All of our carts are 100% compliant and road-ready.

Safety Sheldon pelican in vest points to ‘Street-Legal Carts Only, 35 MPH’ sign next to teal golf cart.

🛣️ Where Can You Drive a Golf Cart?

You can drive on:

  • Public roads with a speed limit of 35 mph or less

  • Designated golf cart zones (like Indian Rocks Beach, Indian Shores, and Belleair)

  • Residential neighborhoods and beachside roads where allowed

You cannot drive on:

  • Roads with a speed limit over 35 mph

  • Highways, interstates, or main thoroughfares

  • Sidewalks, trails, or bike paths

Click above to view a map of everywhere you can drive our carts!

👶 Children & Car Seat Requirements

Safety is our top priority, especially when it comes to kids.

Here’s what Florida law says:

  • All children under 5 years old must be secured in a federally approved child restraint device.

  • Ages 0–3: Must be in a separate car seat (rear or forward-facing depending on age/weight).

  • Ages 4–5: Must use either a booster seat or car seat based on the child’s size and age.

  • Children 6 and older may use a seat belt if it fits properly.

All of our carts come equipped with seat belts in every row. Please bring your own car seat or booster when needed — just like you would in a rental car.

We’re happy to help you install one when your cart is delivered!

🧑‍✈️ Who Can Drive?

To operate one of our golf carts:

  • You must be at least 16 with a valid driver’s license

  • You must follow all standard traffic laws

  • DUI laws apply — don’t drink and drive, even in a golf cart

🚓 Safety Requirements

Our carts include:
✔️ Seat belts for every passenger
✔️ Headlights, taillights & turn signals
✔️ Rearview mirrors
✔️ Windshields
✔️ Reflectors

Everything is Florida street-legal — no worries, no hassle.

💬 Still Have Questions?

We’re here to help make your trip easy and fun — and safe for the whole family.
📲 Call or Text: (727) 600-2096

Cruise Safe. Cruise Smart. Cruise the Suncoast in Style.
— The Getaway Carts Team

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