It was my original thought when I read about SolarDrive that the system had to be purchased with a Club Car golf cart. Upon further research, however, I learnt that the roof system can be added to most electric-powered golf carts, making this an intriguing proposition for any golf course. The two major benefits to golf courses are: (1) the SolarDrive system increases driving efficiency, meaning that golf clubs can rent out the same cart more often; and (2) the SolarDrive system also reduces utility costs. Amazingly, the golf cart charges while golfing and driving!
It will be interesting to see what kind of tax credits and/or rebates the Canadian and/or Ontario governments will provide for golf courses, particularly in Southwestern Ontario, for taking such a great leap towards helping reducing the carbon footprint that golf courses in Ontario and across Canada have on the environment. Courses in the Western Ontario golf market could easily take advantage of the SolarDrive roof system during the sunny summer months. This latest development in the golf industry, due to its major benefits to the environment and the long-term payback to golf courses, should have a profound effect in the future on the Ontario golf scene. Be sure to keep an eye out for the SolarDrive golf system at a course near you.
What do you think about the new SolarDrive golf cart system from Club Car. Do you think that this is a distinct possibility for local Western Ontario golf courses in the near future? Please comment below:
3 comments:
The technology is amazing. I do wonder what happens in a rainiy day--do they still run?
RS
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Golfkurse Mallorca
Even on wet, cloudy days, the SolarDrive canopy during daylight hours is charging, but definitely not to the same high efficiency that would be on a bright, sunny day. The performance of the top overall is amazing. It will stretch the car to go an additional 9-18 holes of range (depends on the area, time of year, and terrain). SolarDrive also helps keep the batteries in better condition at the end of the day since they are usually less depleted. Best of all, it is made of durable materials and looks great, not like some cheap add-on.
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