People often derisively compared electric cars to golf carts until Tesla Motors proved EVs could be swift and sexy. Mercedes-Benz wants to do the same for the lowly golf cart.
The Germans believe golfers need a more “premium” mode of getting around the links. If you can suspend your skepticism, the Mercedes-Benz Style Edition Garia Golf Car makes a compelling case. It has fancy wheels and a carbon fiber roof and Mercedes describes it as "sporty and well-balanced," which seems like a stretch. The rear spoiler doubles as a golf bag holder. Of course.
Inside, a 10.1-inch touchscreen keeps tabs on your range, (up to 50 miles), lets you select sport (!) and eco modes, and displays a course map and scorecard. A mini fridge under the leather seat keeps your beers cold, and cupholders keep them from toppling when you get up on it.
What you don’t get is a 3-pointed star. This ride wears the logo of Garia, the golf cart manufacturer that Mercedes worked with. There’s no word on price yet, but this is a case where asking that question means you can't afford one. They’ll no doubt be popular in Florida.
