Automated Golf Cart Rentals at Campgrounds and Resorts with Joyride

Jan 30, 2026
 

Discover how Joyride is revolutionizing golf cart rentals at hospitality properties with keyless, trackable, self-service technology! Join Matt White as he interviews Rob McPherson from Joyride and Michael Fazio from Lake Erie Golf Cars to explore this game-changing platform.

What is Joyride?

Joyride builds connected hardware and mobile app technology to make golf carts trackable, keyless, and rentable through a simple app - just like scooters and e-bikes, but for golf carts at resorts, campgrounds, RV parks, marinas, and planned communities.

The Revenue Opportunity:

Golf carts rent for $100+/day. A fleet of just 10 carts rented 10 days per month generates $10,000 in monthly revenue with minimal staff involvement.

How It Works:

  • Customer scans QR code on cart
  • Downloads app and completes registration (payment, waiver, ID)
  • Selects rental duration
  • App remotely turns cart on
  • GPS geofencing keeps carts on property
  • Photo documentation at return
  • Automated payment processing

Key Features:

  • Completely self-service
  • No keys or paper waivers to manage
  • GPS tracking and geofencing
  • Remote on/off control
  • White label apps for properties
  • Revii platform for nationwide access

Lake Erie Golf Cars Partnership:

Michael Fazio explains how they're selling "Joyride-ready" golf carts and extending the lifecycle of golf course lease returns by deploying rental fleets at scale across Ohio, Michigan, and West Virginia.

The Problem Joyride Solves:

Traditional rentals require managing keys, paper waivers, fleet tracking, and charge states - all requiring dedicated staff. Many properties skip rentals entirely due to these barriers.

The Solution:

Joyride automates customer onboarding and payment. Properties only handle cleaning and charging.

Getting Started:

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