Did you know that the fastest golf cart ever recorded traveled nearly one hundred miles per hour? It is extremely difficult to believe that a golf cart, which is a small, compact form of motorized transportation, can even reach ninety-eight miles per hour; yet it is the case! With that in mind, it's amazing how much golf cart design has evolved over the years. In order to fully understand the concept of golf carts, one must acquire knowledge of the overall development of golf carts over the years, the importance of Harley-Davidson's impact on the evolution of golf carts and have a basic understanding of the simpler engine. components involved. “Golf carts, originally created for disabled golfers, were introduced to the country in the 1940s” (The History of the Golf Cart). During World War II, Merle Williams decided to experiment with electric carts, due to gasoline rationing at the time. His company, called Marketeer Company, originally built "strollers" that were used by women when they were shopping to help them carry all their groceries. “After developing the buggies and making some adjustments, Marketeer created the first electric golf cart at its headquarters in Redlands, California. These early golf carts were powered by electrically charged batteries” (The History of Golf Carts). By the 1950s, golf carts had become widespread throughout the golfing community and in some retirement communities. The first electric golf cars were the first electric vehicles people could buy, allowing entire communities to adopt it. Although they were originally created for the golf course, "over the years these same golf cars have moved from the golf course to the general public." ..... middle of paper ...... golf carts are usually charged overnight because they require about 10 hours of charging time. Depending on their size, most electric carts can travel about 25 miles, making them a more energy-efficient and cost-effective option, even if gas prices remain low” (“Golf Carts”). The electric car is almost as common on the road as on the golf course. The golf cart is truly a work of art as the newspaper explains. There is now an initial concept in the development of modern golf carts, the importance of Harley-Davidson's development on modern golf carts, and the basic understanding of the gasoline and electric motors involved in the golf cart manufacturing process. modern golf courses. golf cart. The design of the modern golf cart has changed enormously since its introduction seventy years ago. “He who has the fastest golf cart never tells a bad lie.” –Mickey Coat