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  • Seven Must-See Engines at the 2026 Miami International Boat Show

    Seven Must-See Engines at the 2026 Miami International Boat Show The Miami International Boat Show provides an incredible opportunity to do a little one-stop shopping and check out all the available marine power, whether you’re looking for a new boat or to repower, everything you need to see—from gas to diesel to electric—will be on…

  • First-Ever Forward Drive in a Dedicated Wakeboat

    First-Ever Forward Drive in a Dedicated Wakeboat In an exciting move that marks a potential milestone for the towed water sports industry, Supra Boats, the renowned premium towboat brand under Skiers Choice, Inc is announcing the groundbreaking collaboration with Volvo Penta, global leader in marine propulsion technology. This partnership introduces an innovative concept that brings…

  • The Evolution of Outboard Engines

    The Evolution of Outboard Engines The first outboard was actually electric (left). The 12-cylinder block for Mercury’s 600-hp Verado shows how far outboard technology has come. World History Archive/Alamy stock photo Once upon a time, a 200 hp outboard was huge. Today, there are boats with a half-dozen 600 hp V-12s strapped onto the transom.…

  • Next-Generation Eco-Friendly Marine Fuel Sources

    Next-Generation Eco-Friendly Marine Fuel Sources The benefits of alternative fuels are less pollution, fewer greenhouse-gas emissions, and cleaner seas and skies. karandaev/adobe.stock I will never forget the first time I encountered a boat running on biodiesel. As we walked down a marina crowded with sport-fishers, engines warming up in preparation for a day of fishing…

  • McLaren M300 Outboard

    McLaren M300 Outboard The M300 offers top-end power for boats 24 feet in length overall and higher. Courtesy Honda Marine Those who follow Can-Am, Formula 1 or IndyCar racing, know the McLaren name. You might even be a fan of McLaren racing team drivers such as Oscar Piastri in F1 or Pato O’Ward in IndyCar.…

  • Choosing the Right Octane for Your Boat’s Engine

    Choosing the Right Octane for Your Boat’s Engine The higher the fuel’s octane rating, the less likely it is to prematurely ignite and cause engine knocking. phive2015/Adobe Stock We see the numbers every day at the local gas station, with gas sold based on octane ratings. Most people go to the lower number—usually 87—because it’s…

  • Volvo Penta Unlocks Power With New 480 DPI Propulsion Package

    Volvo Penta Unlocks Power With New 480 DPI Propulsion Package The new 480 DPI package from Volvo Penta promises more horsepower, more installation options and a more integrated boating experience. Courtesy Volvo Penta Volvo Penta has announced details of a new Aquamatic DPI propulsion package. The Volvo Penta D6 480 DPI offers more horsepower, more…

  • Four Things to Consider When Choosing an Outboard Color

    Four Things to Consider When Choosing an Outboard Color Lighter colors can allow the engine to run as much as 10 degrees F cooler. Courtesy Mercury Marine Today, outboards from Honda, Mercury, Suzuki and Yamaha are available in a wide array of colors. In fact, Mercury—which once adhered to the Henry Ford mantra of “any…

  • Choosing the Right Boat Engine

    Choosing the Right Boat Engine The weight of a boat properly loaded has to be considered when choosing power. Courtesy Yamaha Marine Selecting the appropriate marine power is crucial for achieving optimal boat performance. US Coast Guard regulations guide this process on some boats, but among larger vessels over 20 feet in length overall, the…

  • Comparing Three-, Four-, and Five-Blade Propellers

    Comparing Three-, Four-, and Five-Blade Propellers Matching the right propeller to an engine and boat will ensure maximum performance. Courtesy Mercury Marine Selecting the proper propeller for your boat requires a lot of science and an equal amount of art. It’s all about putting together the right amount of tech and magic to work best…

  • New Electric Outboard: RemigoOne Neo

    New Electric Outboard: RemigoOne Neo The RemigoOne Neo is light weight, easily transportable and powerful. Courtesy Remigo (montage by Kevin Falvey) Having personally seen the original RemigoOne electric outboard, I’m sure boaters shopping for portable, electric power will want to see this newest model, the RemigoOne Neo.  Building on the success of the original RemigoOne,…

  • Do You Need to Carry as Much Fuel as Possible?

    Do You Need to Carry as Much Fuel as Possible? Advances in technology and materials has changed the thinking on fuel capacity. Jim Hendricks Carrying as much fuel as possible ranked for many years as one of my most devoted beliefs, especially in the days of two-stroke outboards and heavy, overbuilt offshore hulls. But a…

  • Scout 400 LXF Li-Ion Fathom E-Power System

    Scout 400 LXF Li-Ion Fathom E-Power System Fathom provides data monitoring, including consumption rate and time remaining. Courtesy Scout Boats The 39-foot-7-inch Scout 400 LXF Li-Ion is a wide-beam luxury ­center-console equipped with the Fathom M7000-X+ Series, currently the premier e-power system ­offered by Navico Group, the technology division of Brunswick Corporation. Scout is one…

  • New 425-HP V10 Mercury Verado Outboard and Enhanced Mercury 350 V10 Released

    New 425-HP V10 Mercury Verado Outboard and Enhanced Mercury 350 V10 Released Mercury Marine introduced two V10 outboard engines, an all new 425 and a revamped and enhanced 350. Both engines are available as of this publication, according to Mercury. Courtesy Mercury Marine Mercury Marine debuted two new outboards, each based on its unique 5.7-liter,…

  • Understanding Gear Ratio in Your Boat’s Engine

    Understanding Gear Ratio in Your Boat’s Engine The optimal gear ratio depends on how the engine fits the intended use of the boat. Courtesy Yamaha In every boat test we run, we include certain specs that we feel are valuable to our readers. Some of them may seem meaningless, but we wouldn’t publish them if…

  • Boating Marine Power Innovation Awards 2025: Propelling Boating Forward

    Boating Marine Power Innovation Awards 2025: Propelling Boating Forward Boating Magazine’s Marine Power Innovation (MPI) Awards recognize propulsion products that significantly advance the boating experience. These awards highlight technologies that push boundaries and improve the overall experience for boat owners. Here are the 2025 MPI Awardees as tested, selected and voted upon by the world’s…

  • Midseason Inboard-Engine Maintenance Tips

    Midseason Inboard-Engine Maintenance Tips A midseason checkup will ensure your inboard keeps running smoothly. Courtesy Pleasurecraft Marine Your tow-sports inboard—or any inboard—requires regular maintenance if it is to deliver long life and good performance. Seasoned boat owners know to make recurring assessments part of their routine. Here are several excellent midseason checkups you should make…

  • Flux Marine’s Electric Outboard Advances Propulsion Innovation

    Flux Marine’s Electric Outboard Advances Propulsion Innovation The Flux-powered Highfield 660 offered a smooth, silent ride. Courtesy Flux Marine Flux Marine co-founders Ben Sorkin, Daylin Frantin and Jon Lord say that they began developing an electric outboard ­motor in a garage. That’s a startup plan that worked out for Bill ­Harley and Arthur Davidson, and…

  • Suzuki V-6 vs. Inline-4 Outboard Test

    Suzuki V-6 vs. Inline-4 Outboard Test In 2016, Suzuki unveiled its new 2.9L inline four-cylinder DF200A outboard, which was lighter and more fuel efficient than its V-6 model that had been on the market since 2004. Confident that its engineers had invented a better ­mousetrap, Suzuki discontinued selling the 3.6L V-6 DF 200 in the…

  • Single vs. Twin Outboards

    Single vs. Twin Outboards The Contender 24S is a versatile boat, well-suited for this comparison. Courtesy Contender Boats Contender Boats is known for tournament sport-fishing boats, but the company describes its 24S center-console as “a great day-tripping boat” that fishes well but also serves families and divers. After several sea trials on the upper and…

  • Must-See Engines at the Miami International Boat Show

    Must-See Engines at the Miami International Boat Show When it comes to marine power, the Miami International Boat Show is stacked with outboards, inboards, diesels, jets, electric engines and more, both on display and in the water. Here are five highlights to check out. Suzuki DF 200 V6 and Inline 4 Courtesy Suzuki Marine Suzuki…

  • Mercury Racing 150R and 200R Outboards

    Mercury Racing 150R and 200R Outboards Mercury Racing’s new 150R and 200R outboards are available in Phantom Black and optional Cold White Fusion. Courtesy Mercury Racing Mercury Racing debuted the 3.4-liter V-6 150R and 200R outboards, providing boaters ­who seek high-performance outboards with lighter weight and array of performance-oriented choices in things such as gear-case type,…

  • The Differences Between Radial, Axial and Transverse Flux Motors

    The Differences Between Radial, Axial and Transverse Flux Motors Axial flux motors are just one type available in electric outboards. Courtesy EVOA Axial flux? Transverse flux? What do these terms mean? Why do they matter? What is flux, anyway? Here’s a vocabulary primer for electric marine propulsion. Radial Flux Motor To visualize a radial flux…

  • Mercury Avator 110e Electric Outboard

    Mercury Avator 110e Electric Outboard The name 110e derives from the fact that the motor delivers 11,000 watts of power at the prop shaft. Courtesy Mercury Marine Mercury recently celebrated the debut of two new Avator electric outboards: the 75e and the 110e. Both are made for small-boat applications, with the 75e delivering 10 hp…

  • Must-See Engines at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

    Must-See Engines at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Whether you’re looking at a new boat or looking to repower, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is packed with excellent choices on display and in the water. Here are some of the highlights to check out. Read Next: Must-See Marine Electronics at the Fort Lauderdale…