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SEVEN IMPORTANT SAFETY TIPS WHEN THEY GET

BEHIND THE WHEEL OF GOLF CARS AND PTVS

골프 카트와 PTV를 운전할 때 7 가지 중요한 안전 팁

lexandria, VA – With spring comes a renewed recommendations for operating age and designated
Ainterest in getting outside and hitting the golf number of passengers. Follow the rules of the road, and
course. As golf cars and personal transport vehicles only drive PTVs where permitted by law.”
(PTV), become increasingly popular with consumers on
and off the course, it’s important to keep safety in mind Whether getting around the golf course or cruising a
when driving and riding in them, says the Outdoor Power community, Kiser says you should operate your golf car
Equipment Institute (OPEI). OPEI is an international trade or PTV safely, understand their unique driving dynamics
association representing manufacturers and suppliers and obey all applicable laws. He adds, “Understand that
of outdoor power equipment, small engines, battery golf cars and personal transport vehicles may look alike,
power systems, portable generators, utility and personal but these vehicles are designed to separate standards to
transport vehicles, and golf cars. assure safety and performance.”
“The rules are pretty simple,” says Kris Kiser, President
and CEO of OPEI. “Golf cars and PTVs are not toys. Read OPEI offers seven important safety tips when they get
the owner’s manual to understand the vehicle’s features behind the wheel of golf cars and PTVs:
and operation. Don’t drink and drive. Obey manufacturer

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