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Police urge Slingshot drivers to follow proper safety guidelines

As the Slingshot continues to gain popularity, one Central Georgia law enforcement agency is urging operators to follow proper safety guidelines

Most people get around in a car, a bus, or even a bike, but you may have seen a new set of wheels cruising the streets called a Slingshot.

Last week, the Perry Police Department posted on Facebook about the vehicle's gaining popularity and warned drivers to make sure they follow proper safety guidelines.

"It's a lot more popular, I actually have five more friends who have it and we have clubs now for Polaris'," said Slingshot owner David Smith.

Smith says it cost him $27,000, but they can range anywhere from $20,000 to $30,000 dollars depending on how you customize it.

"Everybody loves them. When I get in it, everybody love the way it looks, and the way it feels because you've got the wind blowing through your hair. I don't have much, but it does work for those that have hair," said Smith.

He says he bought his for his fiance.

"We ride ride it together a lot -- that's one of the beauties of it versus a motorcycle, where you are sitting front and back. [On a Slingshot], you are sitting side-by-side and you can talk to each other," said Smith.

According to Georgia Department of Public Safety guidelines, Slingshots are classified as motorcycles, but drivers can operate them with a regular Class C license instead of a Class M license.

Smith says he thinks it's safer than a regular motorcycle.

"If she was to fall off or skin herself up on a motorcycle, you won't have that problem here," said Smith.

He says the Slingshot also costs a lot to maintain, but it's worth the smooth ride.

The Perry Police Department also wants to remind motorists that you should wear a helmet while riding in a Slingshot and follow the other uniform "rules of the road."

For a more detailed description of license requirements by state, click here.

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