Do Golf Carts Have VINs?
The short answer is no — most don't. But they can have one, and if you want to drive yours on public roads, they need to. Here's why.
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Guides on golf cart VIN numbers, LSV conversion, titling, and state-specific rules.
Where Is the VIN on a Golf Cart?
Most carts have a serial number, not a true VIN. Here's where to look on every major brand — Club Car, EZ-GO, Yamaha — and how to tell the difference.
Read article →Golf Cart VIN Lookup and Decoder Guide
If your cart has a 17-digit VIN, you can look it up for free on NHTSA. Here's what it tells you, how to verify it's real, and what to do if it isn't.
Read article →How to Get a VIN for a Golf Cart (2026 Guide)
You can't pick a VIN yourself — it has to be issued by an NHTSA-registered manufacturer. Here's exactly how to get one for your golf cart, what it costs, and how long it takes.
Read article →Golf Cart vs. LSV: What's the Difference?
They look nearly identical — but legally they're worlds apart. Here's the simple rule that determines whether a four-wheeled cart is a toy or a titled street-legal vehicle.
Read article →Do I Need Insurance for an LSV?
Once your golf cart is a titled LSV, it's a motor vehicle — and in most states that means insurance is required. Here's what you'll actually need to buy.
Read article →Can I Drive My Golf Cart on the Road?
The short answer: yes, if you title it. Here's what "titled" means, where you can drive, and how to stay out of trouble.
Read article →How to Title a Golf Cart: Step-by-Step Guide
Retitling a golf cart looks scary until you realize it's the same process as titling any vehicle — just with one extra document. Here's the playbook.
Read article →Golf Cart VIN Numbers: Everything You Need to Know
A 17-character string is all that stands between a golf cart and a street-legal LSV. Here's what that string means, how it's assigned, and why it matters.
Read article →State-by-State LSV Laws: 2026 Guide
Every state treats LSVs a little differently. Here's a 50-state overview of what's required, where you can drive, and which states need extra paperwork.
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