Street-legal golf carts — also called LSVs (Low-Speed Vehicles) or NEVs — are factory-equipped to drive legally on most roads posted 35 mph or less. They include headlights, turn signals, seat belts, mirrors, a windshield, and a VIN for registration. Browse current street-legal listings below.
To qualify as a Low-Speed Vehicle, a cart must reach 20–25 mph and be equipped with DOT-required safety gear: headlights, brake lights, turn signals, reflectors, mirrors, a windshield, a parking brake, seat belts, and a 17-digit VIN.
Once titled and registered (and insured in most states), an LSV can legally travel on roads with speed limits of 35 mph or less — perfect for running errands around town.
Registration, insurance, and where you can drive differ from state to state. Our team knows the requirements across the regions we serve and will make sure your cart is set up correctly for your location.
Yes. Street-legal LSVs can be driven on most public roads posted at 35 mph or less, once titled, registered, and insured according to your state's rules.
A standard golf cart is limited to about 15 mph and lacks road safety equipment. An LSV reaches 20–25 mph and includes DOT features like lights, seat belts, and a VIN, making it street legal.