Do Golf Carts Have to Follow the Speed Limit?

An unmodified golf cart engine can't reach speeds over 20 miles per hour, so South Carolina laws stipulate that golf cart drivers are only allowed on roads with a posted speed limit of 35 MPH or less. 

While you are not going to break any speed records in a golf cart, the minimum speed limit is still important to follow. It can be dangerous if you're going significantly slower than the posted speed limit and another vehicle comes around the corner and a normal pace.

The one exception to this rule is if you're crossing a street with a posted speed limit above 35 MPH. Golf cart drivers are allowed to do this but be extra careful that the coast is clear before crossing. If you see a stop light or sign, make sure to obey those as well.