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Legality of LSVs / NEVs / NZEVs by Jurisdiction (United States and Canada)
Last updated 2025.03.19
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Current laws, regulations & rules by Canadian Province / Territory (for U.S. see below)
The following information has been gathered from a variety of sources, and is believed to be correct. However, please verify the rules for your jurisdiction before acquiring or operating an NEV/LSV/MSV on a roadway. We accept no responsibility for the accuracy of the information presented here as rules are changing and enabling / prohibiting legislation is complex and unique by jurisdiction. If you believe the information here is incorrect or out of date, please let us know.
The Canadian federal government has created a national vehicle classification that largely mirrors the U.S. rules. In general, provincial and territorial rules for road vehicles are not permissive. Therefore, if there are no rules, the vehicles are not permitted as the vehicle classification is not approved for on-road use.
Alberta - illegal
British Columbia
NZEVs legal but must be permitted by each municipality (to ensure everyone is as
confused as possible, BC also calls these vehicles NZEVs for Neighbourhood Zero Emissions Vehicles)
For golf carts, see below.
From the British Columbia Motor Vehicle Act: "Neighbourhood zero emission vehicles 24.06 (1) A person may drive or operate a neighbourhood zero emission vehicle in unorganized areas of British Columbia
(a) on a highway or class of highway that has a speed limit of 40 km/hr or less,
(b) if authorized by a road use permit granted by the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure under this section, on a highway or class of highway that has a speed limit of over 40 km/hr but no more than 50 km/hr, or
(c) if the vehicle is being operated in accordance with the provisions applicable to a utility vehicle as provided for in section 24.03.
(2) A person may drive or operate a neighbourhood zero emission vehicle in a municipality
(a) on a highway or class of highway that has a speed limit of 40 km/hr or less,
(b) if authorized by bylaw of the council of the municipality, on a highway or class of highway that has a speed limit of over 40 km/h but no more than 50 km/hr, or
(c) if the vehicle is being operated in accordance with the provisions applicable to a utility vehicle as provided for in section 24.03.
(3) A person who drives or operates a neighbourhood zero emission vehicle as authorized by subsection (1) or (2) may, at an intersection, cross a highway that has a speed limit that is not greater than 80 km/hr to enable the person to continue on a highway on which the person is authorized to drive or operate a neighbourhood zero emission vehicle.
(4) The Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure may, for the purposes of subsection (1) (b), grant a permit authorizing a person to drive or operate a vehicle on a highway or class of highway that has a speed limit of over 40 km/hr but no more than 50 km/hr.
[en. B.C. Reg. 351/2008, Sch. s. 13.]
Grandparenting of neighbourhood zero emission vehicles
24.07 (1) Section 24.06 does not apply to a neighbourhood zero emission vehicle that
(a) was owned or leased by a person on or before June 5, 2008, and
(b) continues to be owned or leased by the same person after that date.
(2) A neighbourhood zero emission vehicle referred to in subsection (1) may be driven or operated on a highway in accordance with this section.
(3) Sections 4.30 and 7B.02 to 7B.04 apply to a neighbourhood zero emission vehicle described in subsection (1) that is being driven or operated on a highway.
(4) A person who
(a) owned or leased a neighbourhood zero emission vehicle on or before June 5, 2008, and
(b) continues to own or lease the vehicle after that date
may apply to the director to exempt that vehicle from subsection (3).
(5) Despite subsection (1), section 24.06 applies to a vehicle that has been exempted under subsection (4).
[en. B.C. Reg. 351/2008, Sch. s. 13.]"
These progressive British Columbia municipalities have legalized LSVs (NZEVs):
No requirement that the golf cart needs to be electric. No evidence that LSEVs / NZEVs are allowed.
No evidence of a bylaw for NZEVs or LSVs
City memo on Neighbourhood Zero Emission Vehicle & Conventional Electric Cars (SR #177198 and #192435) (2011)
[dead link: http://www2.canada.com/northshorenews/news/story.html?id=2a6bc1d1-2bba-4898-890f-71ac9d7dca96] City of North Vancouver buys their own LSV truck
Legalization of golf carts - FAQs (no requirement that Neighbourhood Golf Carts be electric)
(Saanich, Sidney and Vernon have expressly rejected these environmentally-friendly, zero-emissions vehicles from their streets.)
If I have missed your B.C. community and it permits NZEVs, please let me know.
BC Neighbourhood Golf Carts
In October 2016, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Todd Stone announced the BC Neighbourhood Golf Carts pilot projects including the Village of Chase and the Town of Qualicum Beach. This pilot requires that golf carts have a number of safety features to qualify, including Daytime Lights, Reflectors, Turn Signals, Brake Lights, Horn, multiple Rear View Mirrors and Seatbelts.
As of March 2025, it appears just 1 community has chosen to engage with a pilot project.
Village of Chase Bylaw 838 (2017)
Manitoba - unknown - as of June 12, 2008
(Bill 15 amended the Highway Traffic Act so that regulations related to low speed vehicles could be established, (see section titled "Regulations re low-speed vehicles"), but to date I cannot find any such regulations in force).New Brunswick - illegal
Newfoundland - illegal
Northwest Territory - illegal
Nova Scotia - illegal
Nunavut - illegal
Ontario
Golf Car Pilot Projects (starting as of 2025.04.01)
This is the Regulation 407/21 which comes into effect on April 1, 2025 - just 4 years late - per recent announcement.
Unlike the BC Neighbourhod Golf Carts pilot project legislation which requires the golf cars to have specific safety equiment
(lighting, horn, reflectors, mirrors), and specifies insurance will be provided by ICBC and a certificate must be with the
vehicle, the Ontario program does not include these measures.
While the Ontario Regulation explicitly does not require car insurance or provincial vehicle registration, and personal liability
insurance is not mentioned, I think it would still be a good idea to talk to a local advisor as this is a very local situation,
and is out of step with other jurisdictions which have allowed for golf car use on municipal roads in the U.S. and Canada.
As of April 1, 2025, Ontario is allowing golf cars to be used on Ontario roads posted at maximum speeds up to 50 km/h, but only in limited areas as defined within pilot projects, and as explicitly permitted by the municipality.
Lighthouse Cove - Municipality of Lakeshore
Lighthouse Cove Golf Cart Pilot Project - community information
Here are the rules for golf carts allowed in Lighthouse Cove: OPP (2025.03.17 CTV) Note: no mention of insurance requirement.
If you have questions about appropriate insurance coverage for vehicles and drivers under the Lakeshore golf car pilot project, consult
a LOCAL insurance advisor.
Township of Huron-Kinloss
Registration Form
If you have questions about appropriate insurance coverage for vehicles and drivers under the Huron-Kinloss golf car pilot project, consult
a LOCAL insurance agent or broker.
Township of Pelee
If you have questions about the Township of Pelee golf car pilot project, contact the Township office
If you have questions about appropriate insurance coverage for vehicles and drivers under the Pelee golf car pilot project, consult
a LOCAL insurance agent or broker.
When it comes to LSVs, Ontario has officially legalized unicorns for on-road use
Ontario's Web page on LSV rules for road use.
As of July 1, 2017, Ontario has decided to launch another pilot project to pretend that they will allow LSVs on roads in the province. Like before, this is a farce. Not only does it require additional equipment to be installed which is not required in any other North American jurisdiction, they have added the BC municipal bylaw wrinkle. Nor do they indicate who can quality for inclusion within the pilot program. Still with me and want to play? Well, then you can head on over to one of the two (yep, count'em TWO) ServiceOntario locations in all of Ontario which can process your registration paperwork. Transport Canada claims (May 2019) that 4 companies are registered to manufacture LSVs in Canada. In looking for these companies in web searches, it appears at least one business is defunct and the others appear to produce only industrial vehicies (mini-trucks), but nothing really resembling a passenger vehicle.
While Ontario technically permits LSVs on their roads posted at speeds 50 km/h and below as of March 21, 2009, they have added a unique set of at least 5 requirements beyond the federal standard set out in CMVSS 500, knowing that no manufacturer currently meets, or is prepared to meet, those additional standards for a small market. In other words, the only vehicles that meet Ontario's LSV rules are completely fictional, like unicorns. Further, the Ontario rules explicitly outlaw the building of one-off LSVs by individuals, even if they want to meet Ontario's odd requirements. The additional requirements show a conscious and determined ignorance of the history of LSVs, the reason for the FMVSS 500 / CMVSS 500 rules in effect for NEVs / LSVs in the U.S. and Canada, the solid safety record of LSVs throughout North America to date, a refusal to embrace an environmentally friendly transportation option, and a refusal to harmonize laws with other North American jurisdictions.
Prince Edward Island - illegal
Quebec
2 models (both made in Quebec) were allowed on Quebec roads posted up to 50 km/h under a pilot project (2008 - 2011) - vehicles limited to 40 km/h. Since the pilot project began, one of the vehicles permitted within it, the ZENN, ceased production (in early 2010). The only other legal vehicle under the pilot program is a utility truck, the Nemo, which is not very attractive for residential householder use, and also ceased production.
As of December, 2023, it appears Quebec now allows four models of LSV on specific roads, all industrial or utility vehicles. https://saaq.gouv.qc.ca/en/road-safety/modes-transportation/low-speed-vehicle/
Saskatchewan
LSVs are illegal. For Golf Carts, see below.
Saskatchewan Golf Carts (2023)
As of 2023, Saskatchewan municipalities have the ability to allow golf carts to be used on public roads.
District of Katepwa SK
Bylaw No. 6-2016 - A Bylaw to Regulate the Operation of Golf CartsResort Village of Alice Beach SK
Bylaw # 68-2023 - A Bylaw to Permit the Operation of Golf Carts on the Public Roadways Within the Limits of the MunicipalityNote that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and LSVs and ATVs are excluded.
Resort Village of Candle Lake SK
Bylaw No. 06-2023 - A Bylaw tof the Resort Village of Candle Lake to Regulate the Operation of Golf CartsNote that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and LSVs and ATVs are excluded.
Resort Village of the District of Katepwa SK
The Golf Cart Bylaw No. 06-2023Note that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and LSVs and ATVs are excluded.
Resort Village of South Lake SK
Bylaw 3-23 - A Bylaw to Permit the Operating of a Golf Cart on the Public Highways Within the Limits of the Resort Village of South LakeNote that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and LSVs and ATVs are excluded.
Resort Village of Saskatchewan Beach SK
Bylaw No. 7-2023 - A Bylaw to Regulate the Operation of Golf Carts on Public RoadwaysNote that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and LSVs and ATVs are excluded.
Resort Village of Shields SK
Bylaw No. 2-2023 - A Bylaw of the Resort Village of Shields to Permit the Operation of Golf Carts on the Public Roadways Within the Limits of the MunicipaltyNote that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw.
Rural Municipality of Craik No.222 SK
Golf Cart Bylaw No. 2022-01Note that third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw.
Rural Municipality of Dufferin SK
Bylaw No. 08 of 2023 - A Bylaw of the Rural Municipality of Dufferin No. 190 to Permit the Operation of Golf Carts on Certain Public Roadways within the Limits of the Municipality/A>Note that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and LSVs and ATVs are excluded.
Rural Municipality of Hoodoo SK
Bylaw 15 of 2023 - Golf Cart BylawNote that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and LSVs and ATVs are excluded.
Rural Municipality of Keys No 303 SK (Hamlet of Crystal Lake)
Bylaw No. 05-2023 - Golf Cart BylawNote that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and LSVs and ATVs are excluded.
Rural Municipality of Mervin No. 499 SK (Hamlet of Crystal Lake)
Bylaw #. 2024-04 - Golf Cart BylawNote that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and a municipal permit is required.
Town of Birch Hills SK
Bylaw No. 06-2023 - A Bylaw of the Town of Birch Hills to Permit the Operation of Golf Carts on th Public Highways Within the Limits of the MunicipalityNote that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and LSVs and ATVs are excluded.
Town of Canora SK
Bylaw No. 23-12 - A Bylaw to Permit the Operation of Golf Carts on th Public Highways Within the Limits of the MunicipalityNote that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and LSVs and ATVs are excluded.
Town of Grand Coulee SK
Bylaw #06-2023 - ATV, Snowmobile and Golf cart BylawNote that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and LSVs and ATVs are excluded.
Town of Hanley SK
Bylaw No. 12/21 - Golf Cart BylawNote that third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and routes are restricted to shortest route between golf course and storage location.
Town of Kamsack SK
Bylaw 16/2016 - A Bylaw of the Town of Kamsack, in the Province of Saskatchewanto Permit the Operation of Golf Carts on the Public Highways Within the limits of the Town of KiplingRoutes are restricted to shortest route between golf course and storage location, the golf cart used solely transportation to and from the golf course.
Town of Kipling SK
Bylaw No. 8-2005 - A Bylaw to Permit the Operation of Golf Carts on the Public Highways Within the limits of the Town of KiplingRoutes are restricted to shortest route between golf course and storage location.
Town of Milestone SK
Bylaw No. 205-23 - A Bylaw Respecting the Operation of Golf Carts on the Public Highways Within the Corporate Limits of the Town of MilestoneNote that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and municipal permits are required.
Town of Redvers SK
Bylaw No. 669=2-22 - A Bylaw of the Town of Redvers to Permit to Permit the Operation of a Golf Cart on the Public Roadways within the Limits of the Town of RedversNote that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and LSVs and ATVs are excluded.
Town of Regina Beach SK
Bylaw No. 19/2023 - A Bylaw of the Town of Regina Beach to Allow Golf Carts to Operate on Municipal Roads as per Limitations and SGI ApprovalNote that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw.
Town of Salt Coats SK
Bylaw No 106-2023 - A Bylaw of the Town of Saltcoats to Permit the Operation of Golf Carts on the Public Highways with the Limits of the Municipality.Note that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw.
Town of Watson SK
Bylaw No. 2023-27 - The Golf Cart BylawNote that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and LSVs and ATVs are excluded.
Town of Wilkie SK
Bylaw No. 2023-08 - A Bylaw of the Town of Wilkie to Permit the Operation of Golf Carts on the Public Highways Within the Limits of the MunicipalityNote that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and LSVs and ATVs are excluded.
Town of White City SK
Bylaw No. 693-23 - A Bylaw to Permit the Operation of Golf Carts on th Public Highways Within the Limits of the Town of WatsonNote that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and LSVs and ATVs are excluded.
Town of Wolseley SK
Bylaw No. 693-23 - A Bylaw of the Town of Wolseley to Permit the Operation of Golf Carts on th Public Roadways Within the Limits of the MunicipalityNote that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and LSVs and ATVs are excluded.
Village of Bethune SK
Bylaw No. 5-2023 - A Bylaw of the Billage of Bethune to Permit the Operation of Golf Carts on the Public Highways Within the Limits of the MunicipalityNote that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and LSVs and ATVs are excluded.
Village of Buena Vista SK
Bylaw No. 6/2024 - A Bylaw of the Billage of Buena Vista to AllowGolf Carts on Municipal RoadsNote that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and LSVs and ATVs are excluded.
Village of Elbow SK
Bylaw No. 7-2023 - A Bylaw to Permit the Operation of Golf Carts on th Public Highways Within the Limits of the MunicipalityNote that $200,000 of third-party liability insurance is required under this Bylaw, and LSVs and ATVs are excluded.
Yukon - illegal
U.S. Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, Subtitle B, Chapter V, Part 571, Subpart B §571.500
U.S. Low-speed Vehicles (LSV) Federal Standard
NHTSA Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards; Low Speed Vehicles (LSV)
Current laws, regulations & rules by U.S. State
U.S. law allows NEVs (Neighborhood Electric Vehicle) to qualify as either Low Speed Vehicles (LSV: maximum speed 25 mph) or Medium Speed Vehicles (MSV: maximum speed 35 mph). Originally NEVs were all LSV class, and states are slowly embracing the MSV NEV.
The following information has been gathered from a variety of sources, and is believed to be correct. However, please verify the rules for your jurisdiction before acquiring or operating an NEV/LSV/MSV. We accept no responsibility for the accuracy of the information presented here as rules are changing and enabling / prohibiting legislation is complex and unique by jurisdiction (federal, state, county and municipal). If you believe the information here is incorrect or out of date, please let us know.
Louisiana Transportation Research Center - Golf Carts on Public Roads - Literature Review of Legislation and State of the Practice in the United States
ILTVA Summary by State (2013)
Alabama - Legal - LSVs require Manufacturer Statement of Origin (MSO) plate, cannot impede traffic
Alaska - Legal - 25 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 45 mph
Arizona - Legal - 25 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph
Arkansas - no NEV specific regulations beyond the definition of Low speed vehicle, cannot impede traffic
California -
In general, LSVs are legal in California
to operate on roads posted at 35 miles per hour or less. Insurance is required for on-road operation.
The vehicle must have a VIN and be registered with DMV. A valid driver's licence is required and be available if
driving an LSV on a public road.
Some municipalities within California have extensions to the federal and state laws regarding LSVs and NEVs.
Avalon CA (Catalina Island) (Permitting of '
autoettes' in Avalon seems relatively unique, similar in size and performance to LSVs.
Presumably this is a reference to the 'Autoettes' made in Long Beach for many years, also known as electric shoppers.)
City of Avalon, Article 17, Registration of Vehicles (amended 2023)
2013 article on change to autoette permit rules
(Catalina Islander)
Commercial autoettes in Avalon must be electric only as of 2024.01.01 (Catalina Islander)
If you want to see how tight a definition bureaucrats can make for a road vehicle 'class', check out
California's definition of "Autoette", starting with "located on a natural island". (Cal. Veh. Code § 175 modified 2024.01.01)
Banning CA
Coachella Valley CA
La Quinta CA
Lincoln CA
Long Beach CA (NEV rules)
Norco CA Norco was one of four local governments that contemplated a
Neighborhood Electric Vehicle Plan circa 2010, but there is no evidence it was ever put into effect.
Palm Desert CA (golf carts must be electrically powered to comply)
Rancho Murieta CA
Roseville CA
So, it can get complicated, depending where you are based in California.
If you have questions or legal issues (e.g. personal injury) related to using LSVs in California,
help is available.
Colorado - Low speed electric vehicles (LSEV) are legal (class C vehicles) on roads posted up to 35 mph
Connecticut - LSVs Illegal on public roads, and given overlapping definitions, likely also applies to NEVs. Low-Speed Vehicles still being studied by state government (October 2023)
This 2023 report Low-Speed Vehicles updates 2 2008 reports:
LOW SPEED ELECTRIC VEHICLES; and, NEIGHBORHOOD ELECTRIC VEHICLES.
2023 Connecticut General Statutes, Title 14-Motor Vehicles. Chapter 249-Traffic Control. Section 14-300g.-Operation of golf carts
Local authorities may permit operation of golf carts during daylight hours on public roads with posted speed limit not more than 25 mph, valid driver's licence and insurance are required.
Golf carts can be legal if permitted by municipal governments, but the state level does not generally allow golf carts on public roads.
Branford CT (2022 Ordinance Permitting Operation of Golf Carts on Public RoadsBranford Has Very Specific Golf Cart Rules-Of-The-Road (Patch 2022.07.25)
Branford Police Golf Cart Inspection Certificate of Compliance
For more information on the current rules and what kinds of golf carts are available, contact a local golf cart dealer.
To understand what the insurance requirements are for operating a golf cart on the roads of Branford, connect with a local insurance agent
Clinton CT
Town of Clinton Connecticut - Use of Golf Carts on Certain Named Public Highways (Regulation 22-01) (2022)
No indication that the Regulation was ever passed. For current status, contact the town administration or police department or Hawkes Golf Vehicles, which is a local golf cart dealer.
East Lyme CT
A golf cart seems to fit East Lyme's definition of a MOTOR VEHICLE, so golf carts should be legal on designated roads in East Lyme.
(2023) East Lyme Police Commission Golf Cart Regulations are a bit clearer on the legality and rules. Operation is limited to 30 minutes after sunrise until 30 minutes before sunset, on specified roads. Registration, proof of insurance and valid Connecticut driver's licence is required. Includes maps of roads where golf carts are legal for use.
Town of East Lyme Golf Cart Regulation and Registration does not mention restricted hours of operation or requirement for a valid driver's licence.
Fairfield County
ELECTRIC GOLF CART ACCESS FOR FAIRFIELD BEACH AREA DURING THE SUMMER (Change.org petition April 2018)
Leave the car behind: Fairfield residents want to be able to take golf carts to the beach (CT Insider 2018.05.24)
Brakes pumped on plan to allow golf carts for beach travel in Fairfield (ctpost 2018.07.19)
It appears that specific communities within Fairfield have moved ahead on their own, which opens up new possibilities for the use of golf carts as road transportation, and new responsibilities for operators.
To learn about insurance requirements, check with a local insurance business like Byrnes Agency Insurance.
If you are looking for a golf cart or service locally, connect with Best Round Golf Car in Danbury, CT.
Candlewood Isle CTOld Lyme CT
Candlewood Isle Golf Cart Rules & Regulations
Golf Cart Registration Form and Waiver
Candlewood Knolls (Tax District) CT
Candlewood Knolls Communnity Guidelines see section on Vehicles
Candlewood Shores CT
Candlewood Shores Golf Cart Registration Form
Sound View Golf Cart Rules & Regulations
Old Saybrook
Town of Old Saybrook Golf Cart Registration Information
For information on where golf carts can be legally operated in Old Saybrook, and what's available, check with Cars and Carts, which is a local golf cart dealer.
For your insurance requirements related to on-road use of a golf cart, contact a local insurance agency.
South Lyme CT
Point O'Woods Charter & Ordinances - "Motor vehicles includes golf carts registered to operate on Point O'Woods roads."
Point O'Woods Beach Golf Cart Rules and Regulations
Stratford
Town of Stratford Instructions for obtaining a Golf Cart registration and Yearly Renewals
Per state law, a valid driver's licence and insurance is required to operate a golf cart on public roads. If you are unclear on the insurance requirements for golf carts, contact Dougherty Insurance for more information.
To understand what roads are designated for legal use of golf carts, contact the town administration or Connecticut Golf Carts, which is a local golf cart dealer.
Delaware - LSVs Legal - 25 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph, local ordinances may be in effect.
Delaware City (2021) - LSVs can include golf carts which have maximum speeds between 20 and 25 mph, GVWR 2500 pounds or less, and have a 17-digit VIN. Legal where posted speed limit in not more than 25 mph. Driver's licence and insurance are required.
District of Columbia - no information
Florida - Legal - 25 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph, must be registered,
titled and
insured ($10,000 PDL and PIP)
and operator must have a valid driver's licence. Counties or municipalities may override
the state law to expand or restrict usage of LSVs and/or golf car(t)s relative the state law (default).
Florida House Bill 949 (effective October 2023)
changed the requirements for who may operate a golf cart. No longer is it OK for 14 year-olds to drive a
golf cart on a public road; operators under 19 years old must have a valid driver's licence.
Note that Home Owners Associations (HOA) may have additional rules regarding operation and parking of
golf carts, low speed vehicles (LSV) and neighborhood electric vehicles (NEV). We're not going to even
try to keep up with those as they seem to change frequently.
As a result, the legalities of operating LSVs, NEVs and golf carts can be complicated, and if you have
questions or concerns, you should
start here with information from a Florida attorney knowledgeable in this field.
The State of Florida does not appear to track or report the municipal exceptions. We made a start.
Atlantic Beach FL - legal on roads posted at 35 mph or less (25 mph or less recommended), driver must
have a valid driver's license
Anna Maria Beach FL Holmes Beach ordinance applies
Bradenton Beach FL
Brevard County FL
Cape Canaveral FL
Cocoa Beach FL
Cooper City FL
DeBary FL
Destin FL
Dunedin FL
Fernandina Beach FL (2023) LSV or NEV allowed on roads posted 35 mph or less, insurance and driver's licence required.
Flagler Beach FL
Fort Myers FL (Lee County)
Fort Walton Beach FL
Freeport FL
Fruitland Park FL Golf carts and LSVs are legal, with some restrictions (e.g. speed limit 30 mph or less). Registration required (fee). Liability
insurance and waiver form required. Operators must be 14 years or older, have a photo ID card. For clarification on legal requirements,
contact a local lawyer.
Gulf Breeze FL
Hillsborough County FL
Holmes Beach FL (April 2022) cites Florida law, golf cart operators must be 16 years or older (no driver's licence
required, vehicles must re registereed, have seat belts (one per occupant), specific routes prohibited Low speed vehicle (LSV)
rules are similar.
Indian Rocks Beach FL
Jacksonville FL (2018) Golf carts and LSVs prohibited on public roadways except as designated as a Golf Cart Path or carts are permitted.
Operator must be at least 14 years old, operate only between sunrise and sunset (unless lights have been installed on the cart),
maximum speed 15 mph on paths, vehicle must be registered and insured. Read the rules at the link above.
For additional clarity,
read this Jacksonville legal firm's page on Florida Golf Cart Laws.
For clarity on insurance requirements in Jacksonville (e.g. paths vs. roads) or get a quote, contact a local insurance agent.
Marco Island (City of) FL
Mexico Beach FL
Miami Springs FL If you need clarification on local rules or your LSV is involved in a collision, get
local legal advice.
Mount Dora FL
Nassau County FL
Neptune Beach FL
North Palm Beach FL
North Port FL
Ocala FL
Ormond Beach FL
Oviedo FL
Palm Bay FL
Guidance from a local lawyer regarding golf cart law
Panama City Beach FL
Santa Rosa Beach FL
Satellite Beach FL
South Daytona FL (July 2023)
St. Augustine Beach FL
.
St. Johns County FL
Martin County FL
Tampa FL As of August 2022,
golf carts are allowed on downtown Tampa streets (Fox 13 News).
For a more precise explanation of the rules specific to Tampa,
consult a local attorney familiar with traffic law including use of golf carts.
For example, on Davis Island,
the rules are different. The attorney you want will know this.
Tequesta FL
Viera (Brevard County) FL
Volusia County FL
Walton County FL (Walton County includes 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, Rosemary Beach, Seacrest Beach, Alys Beach)
Wellington FL (as of October, 2023) For guidance about current rules for on-road use of LSVs and golf carts or legal assistance,
consult a local attorney.
Westlake FL
More reading on LSVs and golf car street use in Florida:
Florida municipalities must regulate LSVs and golf carts by ordinance, not resolution
Navigating Low Speed Vehicles in Florida: A Comprehensive Guide (Energy Theory)
Everything you Need to Know About Florida Golf Cart Laws (OpenHouse Home Insurance)
Florida Golf Cart Laws Simplified (Ultimate Carts)
LSVs - The Full Monty (Dunedin Goes Carting)
[dead site: https://www.fivestargolfcarts.com/state-laws/florida-golf-cart-low-speed-vehicle-laws]
Florida Golf Cart & Low-Speed Vehicle Laws
Instruction for Converting a Low Speed Vehicle (LSV) to a Golf Cart (October 9, 2012?)
Georgia -
Legal 25 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph, while
local governments can expand on this by local ordinance.
Registering a Multipurpose Off-Highway Vehicle
Check with a lawyer or a reputable dealer to get the current, correct regulations in your area.
But insurance gets complicated according to this document
Charging Low-Speed & Small Vehicles document from The Georgia Department of Public Safety (downloads a PDF file)
which, as an example, indicates an electric Personal Transportation Vehicle (PTV) does not require
registration or proof of insurance if it's electric, but does if gasoline powered. If in doubt,
probably best to
check with an insurance expert to be sure.
Camilla GA
Cartersville GA
Glynn County GA
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Peachtree City GA
Thomson City GA
Tybee Island GA (2019)
Hawaii
Neighborhood Electric Vehicle definition
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Legal 25 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph, max. vehicle speed 15 mph,
must display notice of restrictions on use
Idaho - Legal on roads posted 25 mph or less - may cross roads posted at speeds up to 35 mph
Illinois - Legal 35 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph
Illinois Law 096-0653 (amendments regarding low speed vehicles took effect
January 1, 2010)
Indiana - Legal 35 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph
Iowa - Legal on roads posted up to 35 mph
Kansas (2009) - Definition of golf cart - rules scattered through the Kansas statues
Standard Traffic Ordinance for Kansas Cities created by the League of Kansas Municipalities
1997 Attorney-General Opinion - Registration of Golf Carts
Augusta KS (May 2022) - driver's licence, vehicle licence, inspection, registration and insurance required, operate on roads posted 30 mph or less, sunrise to sunset
Clearwater KS (May 2023) - driver's licence, inspection, registration and insurance required, operate on roads posted 30 mph or less
Derby KS (May 2023) - driver's licence, registration and insurance required, operate on roads posted 30 mph or less
El Dorado KS (August 2022) - driver's licence and insurance required, operate on roads posted 30 mph or less
Garden Plain KS (2021) - driver's licence, inspection, registration and insurance required, operate on roads posted 30 mph or less, sunrise to sunset
Goddard KS (see section 315.020 Operation of Golf Carts) - driver's licence, vehicle licence, registration and insurance required, operate on roads posted 30 mph or less
[bad link:https://www.cityofhiawatha.org/city-government/city-ordinances/2014-ordinances/ordinance-2016/at_download/file] Hiawatha KS (2014) - inspection, registration and insurance required
Highland KS (see section 315.020 Operation of Golf Carts) - driver's licence, vehicle licence, registration and insurance required, operate on roads posted 30 mph or less
Hillsboro KS (2016) - driver's licence, vehicle licence, inspection, registration and insurance required, operate on roads posted 30 mph or less, sunrise to sunset
Hoisington KS (2016) - driver's licence, vehicle licence, inspection, registration and insurance required, operate on roads posted 30 mph or less, sunrise to sunset
Iola KS (2016) - driver's licence, vehicle licence, registration and insurance required, operate on roads posted 30 mph or less, sunrise to sunset
Kingman KS (April 2022) - driver's licence, inspection, registration, licence and insurance required, operate on roads posted 30 mph or less, sunrise to sunset
Lawrence KS (May 2020) (see section 114.4 Unlawful Operation of a Golf Carts)
Leavenworth KS (2015) has adopted the Standard Traffic Ordinance for Kansas Cities created by the League of Kansas Municipalities
Leawood KS (see sections 14-101 and 14-106 of the city code) has adopted the Standard Traffic Ordinance for Kansas Cities created by the League of Kansas Municipalities, with modifications
Golf carts NOT legal on public roads except to cross them, from sunrise to sunset.
"Street-legal" is treated differently, where state registration, current insurance and a valid driver's licence are required.
Lenexa KS (2019) has adopted the Standard Traffic Ordinance for Kansas Cities created by the League of Kansas Municipalities, with exceptions
Lenexa 'Getting around in a golf cart' brochure (May 7, 2024)
Golf carts are legal on roads post up to 25 mph, other duties (by reference) apply Liberal KS (2009) Golf Cart Ordinance 4374. A permit is required.
Louisburg KS (May 2020) (see section 14-5a03 Operation of Golf Carts) - driver's licence, subject to other vehicle rules, operate on roads posted 25 mph or less, sunset to sunrise restriction
Lyons KS (2010) - golf cart legal on roads up to 30 mph posted limit, sunrise to sunset, driver's licence, inspection, registration, licence, proof of insurance required
Manhattan KS (October 2023) has adopted the Standard Traffic Ordinance for Kansas Cities created by the League of Kansas Municipalities, with exceptions
Golf carts are effectively banned from operating on public roads (see section 114.4) Moran KS (April 2022) - inspection, registration, vehicle licence, driver's licence and insurance required, maximum vehicle speed 25 mph, sunrise to sunset
Moundridge KS (April 2022) - driver's licence and insurance required, operate on roads posted 30 mph or less, sunrise to sunset
Mulvane KS (see section 315.020 Operation of Golf Carts) - driver's licence, vehicle licence, registration and insurance required, operate on roads posted 30 mph or less
Application for Registration of a Golf Cart (for restricted operation on certain city streets)
Newton KS - driver's licence and registration required, and operator subject to other duties, operate on roads posted 30 mph or less Nickerson KS - Golf carts legal with exceptions, 1800 pound weight limit, must be registered (fee applies), proof of insurance and valid driver's licence required, on roads posted 30 mph or less
Overland Park KS - Golf carts are banned from use on public roads Russell KS (2015) - Golf carts legal on roads posted up to 30 mph, sunrise to sunset, driver's licence required
Scott City KS - Golf carts legal with exceptions, small LSVs could quality under the definition.
Shawnee KS (July 2021) - Golf carts legal on roads up to posted limit of 25 mph, driver's licence, insurance, .
Silver Lake KS (January 2023)- Golf carts legal on roads posted up to 30 mph, sunrise to sunset, inspection, registration, driver's licence and insurance required.
Smith Center KS (2019)- Golf carts legal on roads sunrise to sunset, registration, operator at least 18 years old, driver's licence and insurance required and additional special terms and conditions.
Spring Hill KS (September 2020)- Golf carts legal on roads posted up to 25 mph, sunrise to sunset, driver's licence and insurance required.
Sterling KS - Golf carts legal with exceptions, small LSVs could quality under the definition.
Valley Center KS (November 2022) - has adopted the Standard Traffic Ordinance for Kansas Cities created by the League of Kansas Municipalities, with exceptions
Golf carts legal on roads posted up to 30 mph, sunrise to sunset, driver's licence, inpsection, registration, licence, insurance required.
Kentucky - As of 2010, Kentucky permits Low Speed Electric Vehicles on certain roads posted up to 35 mph),
insurance required, must be titled and registered
(17-digit VIN required)
As of 2020, Kentucky permits
golf carts on local roadways posted 35 mph or less, where permitted by local governments,
and not all local ordinances and rules completely align with the 2020 state legislation.
Operator must have valid driver's licence at hand, proof of insurance in the vehicle, but does
not need to be titled or registered or meet emissions compliance regulations.
Insurance Jounnal article 'Kentucky Cities Coming to Terms with Golf Carts on Public Roads (August 2013)
There is no state registry showing which municipalities have enabling ordinances (so we created the list below to help you with that).
As you can see, a lot of rules have changed since 2020, so it can get complicated to figure out the vehicle definitions, what's legal and operating requirements like insurance.
If you have questions about legality in your community,
connect with a lawyer familiar with the topic.
Similarly, if you need to know more about state and local insurance requirements,
talk to an insurance agent.
Berea KY (April 2024) eyes low speed vehicle ordinance (WBON-TV)
Boone County KY approves golf cart ordinance (2019)
Bowling Green KY (April 2011) - golf carts legal on public roads posted up to 35 mph,
requires a proof of inspection document, and operate only between sunrise and sunset.
Covington KY Ordinance covers LSV, golf carts and utility vehicles (2017)
Crab Orchard KY (external reference found, but not in City ordinances)
Dayton KY Dayton approves use of golf carts on city streets (2022)
Edgewood KY gives up on golf cart ordinance (April 2024)
Edmonton KY ATV, golf cart Ordinance passes (September 2018)
Fort Thomas KY Amended ordinance (August, 2020) and
Brochure (rules and regulations)
Frankfort KY Relevant text on golf cart rules starts on page 47 of 50 in the PDF (2022)
Georgetown KY (downloads 650 page document) relevant text starts on 455th page (go ahead, ask how we know)
Headland AL
'New low speed vehicle ordinance in Headland' (WYKT April 2024)
Hurstbourne KY gives up on golf cart ordinance (April 2024)
Independence KY (2023) Definition fits LSVs and golf carts. Title, registration and emissions compliance not required.
Inspection and permit required. Valid driver's licence and proof of insurance required.
Lagrange KY (November 2019) implements golf cart ordinance
Leitchfield KY Golf carts permitted on public roads per state laws (LSVs fit definition)
Lexington KY Golf carts NOT permitted on public roads
Morehead KY (Sept. 2023) City passes golf cart ordinance
Richmond KY Richmond could become state’s next ‘golf cart’ city (ABC36 June 2021)
Shepherdsville, KY (June 2019) Golf cart definition covers characteristics of LSVs, not allowed on specified roads.
Smiths Grove, KY (August 2019) Golf cart definition covers characteristics of LSVs, largely repeats state law.
Stanford, KY (May 2019) Golf cart definition covers characteristics of LSVs, largely repeats state law.
St Matthews KY (August 2020) Golf cart definition covers characteristics of LSVs, not allowed on specified roads.
Winchester KY (August 2020) Golf cart definition covers characteristics of LSVs, not allowed on specified roads.
Louisiana - (2016) Legal 25 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph, if designated by local authority, must be registered and insured, operator requires a valid driver's licence
St. Charles Parish LA (2019) Golf Cart RegistrationYoungsville LA Golf Cart & Slow Moving Vehicle Registration
Maine - Golf carts legal 25 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph, if the municipality
permits. Rules are different for 'island vehicles'.
Low speed vehicles may be issued a special permit with annual registration fee. Registration is required.
Anyone operating a low speed vehicle
requires a valid drivers licence.
Liability insurance is required to register a vehicle.
To make it easy,
talk to an LSV ('street-legal') dealer
to find out the requirements and something that will fit your needs.
Maryland - LSVs legal 25 mph vehicle speed limit, must be titled and registered, valid driver's licence required,
insurance is required, can operate on roads posted up to 30 mph. LSV definition is distinct from a golf cart. No indication
that local jurisdictions can over-ride the state laws on LSVs.
Maryland Low Speed Vehicle Application
Maryland Titling an LSV
Rock Hall MD (August 2023) Rules for Low Speed Vehicles
Massachusetts - Legal 25 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 30 mph (as of July, 2009)
Michigan - Legal on roads posted up to 35 mph
Minnesota - Legal 25 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph
Mississippi - Allowed as of March 2021, drivers licence and proof of financial responsibility (insurance) required,
but local ordinances and local registration (usually) are required for on-road use to be legal, e.g.
as of September 2022 in Hattiesburg, MS. (See section 2 of Bill 2605)
If your municipality is not on the list below, it probably doesn't have an enabling ordinance.
Bay Saint Louis MS - Legal
Biloxi MS - Legal
Diamondhead MS - Legal
D'Iberville MS - Legal
Farmington MS - Legal
Gautier MS - Legal
Greenwood MS - Legal
Greenville MS Golf carts, low-speed vehicles and off-road vehicles are
BANNED from operating on City of Greenville streets as of April 2021.
Laurel MS - Legal
Long Beach MS - Legal
Madison MS - Legal
Moss Point MS - Legal (as of April 2019)
Natchex MS - Legal
Ocean Springs MS - Legal
Oxford MS - Legal
Pascagoula MS - Legal
Pass Christian MS - Legal
Poplarville MS - Legal, but note restriction on use from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays
Southaven MS - Legal
Starkville MS - Legal
Tunica MS - Legal
Waveland MS - Legal
Missouri - Legal 25 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph
Montana - Legal 35 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 45 mph
Nebraska - Legal as of 2018 - Title issued by county, not state - can be operated on roads posted up to 35 mph
Nevada - Legal 25 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph
Nevada DMV Golf Cart Permit Application
Clark County NV - Golf carts legal where designated (see list in the link)
Mesquite NV - LSVs legal with registration, insurance on city streets posted 35 mph or less
New Hampshire - Legal 25 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph
New Jersey - Low Speed Vehicles (LSVs) must be titled, registered and insured in New Jersey. However, they are not subject to regular vehicle inspection and are exempt from State sales tax ONLY if they are certified by the Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP).
LSVs legal on roadways posted at 25 mph or less (up to 35 mph in municipalities which permit it.
LSVs require registration and insurance, must meet federal and state requirements, and drivers require a valid driver's licence.
Municipalities can vary certain rules from state requirements.
New Mexico - LSVs legal 25 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph, must display notice of restrictions on use
Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV) defined in New Mexico Motor Vehicle Code Chapter 66-1-4.12. Definitions: "B. "neighborhood electric car" means a four-wheeled electric motor vehicle that has a maximum speed of more than twenty miles per hour but less than twenty-five miles per hour and complies with the federal requirements specified in 49 CFR 571.500;"New Mexico Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV) Access to Roadways
Elephant Butte NM - golf cars legal (Feb. 2016)
New York - Legal 25 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph
North Carolina - Legal 25 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph
Model Ordinance of the County,/Town/Citye, North Carolina Establishing a Golf Cart Ordinance (from 2010, does not mention LSVs)
North Dakota - Legal 25 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph
Ohio - Legal (2002) references federal LSV rules As of 2017, Ohio law allows any LSV to operate on roads posted up to 35 mph. Be aware of Ohio laws regarding golf cart operation (The Press July 2022)
Oklahoma - (since 2001.11.01) Legal 35 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph
From Statutes of Oklahoma: "subsection 47-11-805.1. Low-speed electrical vehicles - Restrictions on operation. A. No person shall operate any low-speed electrical vehicle on any street or highway with a posted speed limit greater than thirty-five (35) miles per hour. B. The provisions of subsection A of this section shall not prohibit a low-speed vehicle from crossing a street or highway with a posted speed limit greater than thirty-five (35) miles per hour. C. This section shall not prevent a city from adopting any ordinance that would further restrict low-speed electrical vehicles from operating on certain city-owned streets in order to ensure the public health and safety. D. This section shall be a part of and supplemental to the rules of the road as provided in Section 11-101 et seq. of Title 47 of the Oklahoma Statutes. Added by Laws 2001, c. 243, subsection 2, eff. Nov. 1, 2001."
Oregon - LSV legal 25 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph,
unless in a 'prohibited area' where the posted limit in effect is 25 mph, and MSVs may operate
on roads posted up to 45 mph
801.331 "Low-speed vehicle." "Low-speed vehicle" means a four wheeled motor vehicle with a top speed
of more than 20 miles per hour but not more than 25 miles per hour. [2001 c.293 subsection 5]
801.341 "Medium-speed electric vehicle." "Medium-speed electric vehicle" means an electric motor
vehicle with four wheels that is equipped with a roll cage or a crushproof body design, can attain
a maximum speed of 35 miles per hour on a paved, level surface, is fully enclosed and has at least
one door for entry. [2009 c.865 subsection 12]
Pennsylvania - NEVs legal as of May 2015 on roads with posted limits up to 25 mph, with exceptions by order of the Secretary or local authorities
Rhode Island
**Note: state law is changed on July 1, 2024**
"Effective July 1, 2024, in accordance with RIGL subsection 31-19.6 -1, Low-speed Vehicles as defined in RIGL subsection 31-1-3 (l),
may be registered for use on public roads with posted speed limits up to 35 mph. These vehicles are to be registered,
insured, and inspected in accordance with the Rhode Island laws and regulations established for motor vehicles.
"A municipality may, by ordinance, prohibit the operation of low-speed vehicles on a laned roadway or local highway
or a portion of a highway within its jurisdiction and under its control. It is highly recommended that you check with
your local city or town BEFORE purchasing a Low-speed vehicle."
Until July 2024, old rules applied, generally LSVs were not permitted except:
LSVs legal on roads posted up to 25 mph on Prudence Island only between hours of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. (since 2005)
Rhode Island Expands Road Access to Low-Speed Vehicles (1420 WSBM 2024.06.18)
RI establishes official rules for 'low-speed' vehicles (WPRI 12 2024.06.22)
New law will allow low-speed vehicles on Rhode Island roads (WUN 2024.06.22)
Low speed vehicles are coming to Rhode Island streets (NBC 10 NEWS 2024.06.25)
Where can I have my golf cart inspected? | Ask the RI DMV Providence Journal 2024.07.05)
Bristol RI Rules as of June 24, 2024
Cumberland RI (The Valley Breeze 2024.02.22)
Newport RI Rules as of July 2, 2018
If your local municipality cannot answer your questions about use of LSVs as of mid-2024, you should check with a local LSV dealer, insurance agent or lawyer to get correct information on current and expected rules.
South Carolina - Legal 25 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph
South Dakota (see sections 32-14-13 to 32-14-15) (2010, 2023)
Golf carts legal on state and county roads posted 25 mph or less. Other duties of vehicle operators apply
(driver's licence, insurance, vehicle permit). Municipalities may pass ordinances permitting use of golf carts.
Low speed vehicles legal on roads posted up to 35 mph. (2022)
Aberdeen SD (2023) golf cars legal with restrictions, notably
"Golf carts can be operated only upon a public roadway in a public park; not on the service roads or recreation trails.
Do not operate the golf cart on any public sidewalk or trail."
(Feb. 2016)
Aberdeen Golf Cart Permit Application
Tennessee - Legal 35 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 40 mph
Texas - Legal on roads posted up to 45 mph
Utah - Legal 25 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph, must show slow moving vehicle marker on rear of vehicle
Vermont - NEVs legal to operate on roads posted up to 35 mph
Virginia - Legal 25 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 35 mph
Washington - Golf Cart Zones Legal 35 mph vehicle speed limit, operate on roads posted up to 45 mph
Liberty Lake WA - golf cars legal - must be registered, roads with speed limits or 25 mph or less, drivers must by 16 or older,
have valid licence and proof of insurance (April 2016)
West Virginia - Legal on roads posted 25 mph or less
Wisconsin - Legal on roads posted up to 35 mph, max speed 25 mph; title, registration, driver's licence and insurance required; subject to municipal regulations (LSVs or NEVs must be approved in each municipal jurisdiction)
Greendale (Village) WI (as of September 2023) -
LSVs legal on roads up to 35 mph: vehicle must be titled and registered; drivers must have a valid driver's licence, and liability insurance
Mishicot (Village) WI (as of September 2023) -
Golf carts legal on roads up to 35 mph: max. speed 20 mph; limited hours of operation; drivers must have a valid driver's licence, and assumes all liability
Muskego WI -
Golf carts legal on roads up to 30 mph: max. speed 20 mph; vehicle must be registered, drivers must have a valid driver's licence, and assumes all liability
Oconto WI -
Golf carts legal on roads up to 30 mph: max. speed 20 mph; vehicle must be registered, drivers must have a valid driver's licence, and assumes all liability
Paddock Lake (Village) WI - State law applies for LSVs. Golf carts allowed on village roads with a Village permit, and must
pass an inspection by the County Sheriff's Department. Liability insurance ($100,000) required. Driver must be 16 or older, with valid
driver's license.
Waupun WI -
LSVs legal: must be titled, registered and carry proof of insurance, drivers must have a valid driver's licence at hand
Wyoming - Illegal (vehicles must be able to attain the posted speed limit)
Some additional reading on LSVs, NEVs, MSVs in the U.S.
Are electric micro-cars, NEVs, and LSVs street-legal in the US? Here’s how to know (electrek)
Alternate list of LSV/NEV rules by state
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