Getting The Perfect New Golf Car Motor

At the very heart of your golf buggy is the motor. Unfortunately however golf cart motors vary widely and this can present you with a problem when it comes to looking for the best choice. In addition to the chief difference between picking an electric or a gas motor, motors vary in all sorts of aspects including things like speed, range, power and reliability.

In years gone by most carts were equipped with gas motors but these has now largely been superseded by electric motors. As a result many people now question whether or not there is a role for gas powered carts today. There is no doubt that electric carts do have many advantages in these eco-friendly times but there are still some circumstances in which gas carts win hands down.

It is of course largely environmental concerns that have led to the rise in the popularity of electric carts but this often also results in the acceptance of a loss of performance. If you will be using the golf cart on extremely steep or otherwise tricky terrain, an electric motor may not have the torque necessary to help you over a rough patch. Where this happens most owners will be prepared to sacrifice the environmental benefits of using electric motors for the power provided by a gas engine.

If you are comfortable with choosing an electric cart then the only question is which electric power supply will best meet your needs. One of the main considerations is the trade-off between speed and range. A golf cart battery has a limited capacity and this could well be important if you choose a powerful motor and regularly play on lengthy courses which mean you doing a lot of driving. The last thing you want is for your golf cart to run out of juice just before the end.

The major question you must ask yourself is whether you want, or need, a gas or an electric motor. Most golfers today will appreciate the quiet, clean, reliable and eco-friendly electric option but others will need the greater power of the gas motor. The key to getting the motor you need is to be clear about exactly what you want and then do your homework to find just what you need at a price you can afford.

Discover more about the present Club Car golf cart models available and such things as choosing replacement golf cart motors as well as other accessories.