Golf Cart Tips

TEKO makes five electric golf carts, from the two-seat TurboLite to the six-passenger Triumph, and CartFinder lists prices from $8,495 to $11,995. Every model shares the same 51.2V lithium battery and 5 kW AC motor, rated for up to about 40 miles per charge. Mad Dog is an authorized TEKO dealer, so call for a

The best golf cart dealer near Jacksonville is one that is authorized for the brands it sells, is clear about what “refurbished” means, explains warranty coverage in writing, and can service your cart after the sale, ideally at your home. Price matters, but service and support decide whether you enjoy the cart for years. Use

Both make great refurbished carts, and the better one is the one in better condition. Club Car’s biggest edge in Florida is its aluminum frame, which resists rust in our humid, salty air. EZGO’s edges are its popularity, easy parts and simple, proven models like the TXT. If you’re near the coast, lean toward Club

To protect your golf cart before a hurricane, store it indoors if you can, raise it off the floor if your garage might flood, charge it, then unplug it and disconnect the batteries. If it has to stay outside, tie it down securely. After a storm, don’t charge or drive a cart that was in

Nocatee is built for golf carts. According to nocatee.com, miles of 16-foot-wide multi-use paths and about 1,200 feet of bridges connect neighborhoods, the Town Center and amenities, and Nocatee publishes an official golf cart map at nocatee.com/golfcartmap. Before you ride, learn the key rules Nocatee highlights from the St. Johns County ordinance: drivers must be

When a golf cart won’t charge, the most common cause is pack voltage that has dropped too low for the charger to turn on, followed by a bad charger plug, receptacle or charger. When it won’t move, the usual suspects are the run/tow switch, a dead or weak pack, loose or corroded cables, or a

For most Northeast Florida owners, a 3 to 4-inch lift kit is the sweet spot: it fits bigger tires and gives you the lifted look while keeping the cart stable and comfortable. A 6-inch lift is mostly for owners who want the biggest tires for off-road, beach-access or show builds. Mad Dog installs lift kits

Lead-acid golf cart batteries usually last about 4 to 6 years, and lithium (LiFePO4) packs usually last about 8 to 12 years, according to Cart-Wise’s battery guide. In Florida, heat and skipped maintenance can push lead-acid toward the short end of that range. Shrinking range, slow hill climbs, long charge times and corroded or swollen

TEKO is usually the better pick if you want the lowest entry price and a feature-packed cart, while DACH makes more sense if you want a bigger battery, longer range and a larger touchscreen. Based on CartFinder’s 2026 buyer’s guides, TEKO starts around $8,495 and DACH around $9,995. Mad Dog is an authorized dealer for

Mobile golf cart repair means a technician comes to your driveway or garage, finds the problem and fixes most issues on the spot, so you don’t need a trailer. Mad Dog Premium Golf Carts does most of its service this way across St. Johns and Clay County, with our Green Cove Springs service center as