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http://carlsbad.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/golf-cart-of-the-future-being-designed-in-carlsbad

 

The cart is operated on a centrally-located joystick instead of a steering wheel, meaning that riders on both sides can drive the cart.

 

Posted by Eric Yates (Editor), July 23, 2013 at 12:53 pm

 

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Artist rendering of the Mercedes Benz Vision.

 

The City of Carlsbad and golf are synonymous. As the home of Callaway, some of the most high-tech equipment designs are coming to fruition every day – right in our own backyard.

 

Now Carlsbad is putting itself on the map once again, as the design team at Mercedes Benz has announced plans for the "golf cart of the future," which is being designed here.

 

The Vision Golf Cart design was recently unveiled at the 2013 Open Championship, won by San Diegan Phil Mickelson on Sunday. The cart is truly a high-tech marvel.

 

According to World Car Fans website, the cart runs off an electric motor and has a backup battery that is powered by solar energy. Its sleek design looks almost futuristic, and features a wide variety of amenities:

Rotatable multimedia panel (used to control AC system, radio communication with clubhouse and other golfers)

iPod / iPad docking station

USB hookup

Rain sensors to automatically control windscreen wipers

Small refrigerator to keep drinks and food cold

Temperature controlled cup-holders

Storage consoles

Windshield that darkens for sunny days

A "Fore" button which can quickly warn other player of wayward shots

Another amazing feature is that of retractable, lightweight doors that can be easily installed or removed, for use in in-climate weather.

 

The cart is operated on a centrally-located joystick instead of a steering wheel, meaning that riders on both sides can drive the cart.

 

So when is The Vision Golf Cart coming out?

 

Well, it isn't. The plans released last week were merely a design concept, but one that will certainly be well received if and when prototypes are built.

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Not sure a joystick is necessary, I drive from the wrong side of the cart all the time.

WITB

 

Driver: Calloway Diablo Octane Tour, UST VTS Silver

Hybrids: 16* Taylormade RBZ Tour 16*, 21* TEE XCG-3

Irons: Adams CB1 4-PW, KBS C Taper Lite S

Wedges: Nike VR Pro Forged 52*, 58*

Putter: Odyssey White Hot XG3

 

Grips: Lamkin Crossline Midsize

Ball: Whatever I find, prefer Bridgestone

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