Golf Cart Theft Happens More Than You Think—Here’s How to Protect Yours

It’s not something most golfers or community residents talk about, but golf cart theft happens far more often than you'd expect.

Golf carts are easy to operate, often left unsecured, and relatively valuable; making them prime targets for theft in both golf communities and public courses.

In fact, in just the past year:

• A golf cart was stolen from a private residence in Highgate, Vermont, and never recovered.
  
  
• In Brentwood, California, police used a drone to catch two suspects involved in a golf cart theft spree.
  
  
• In Nocatee, Florida, teens stole multiple carts, one was ditched in a pond, another spray painted.

Tracking down stolen golf carts is nearly impossible without real-time GPS technology, they can be gone within minutes, often loaded onto trailers or driven out of range before anyone even notices.

That’s where FAIRWAYiQ steps in.

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FAIRWAYiQ Makes Stolen Cart Recovery Possible

FAIRWAYiQ isn’t just about turf protection and pace-of-play, it’s also a powerful tool for cart security and recovery. With GPS tracking and smart monitoring built into every cart, FAIRWAYiQ gives operators and private cart owners the visibility they need to act fast if a cart is moved, tampered with, or stolen.

Real-Time Cart Tracking

FAIRWAYiQ provides real-time location data for every cart on the course, or off it. If a cart is stolen, you’ll have immediate access to its last known location and movement history, which can be critical for law enforcement to act quickly.

Geo-Fencing Alerts

With FAIRWAYiQ’s geo-fencing technology, courses and communities can set virtual boundaries around the property. If a cart crosses that boundary, staff get alerted instantly.

It’s like having a 24/7 security system on every cart, without needing extra personnel.

Privacy-First Approach

While security is a priority, privacy matters too. FAIRWAYiQ doesn’t track movements off-course unless needed for recovery, and it doesn't store long-term location data. Community members can rest easy knowing their information is protected.

Peace of Mind, Built In

Whether you're a superintendent trying to protect your fleet, or a resident who drives a personal cart to and from the clubhouse, FAIRWAYiQ adds a much-needed layer of security to your course operations.

In a world where golf cart theft is more common than anyone likes to admit, this technology makes recovery possible, and theft less likely in the first place.

At FAIRWAYiQ, we’ve helped communities across the country secure their golf carts and reclaim stolen property. Our GPS technology is purpose-built for the realities of golf course operations and community living.

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