ePropulsion recently announced the latest expansion to its product portfolio with the launch of its X Series outboard engines. The X Series comprises three innovative electric outboard motors, the X12, X20 and X40. “The inclusion of the X Series in our ever-expanding electric propulsion portfolio marks a significant step forward in electric propulsion systems,” said Danny Tao, Co-Founder and CEO of ...
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Mercury Marine named CES Innovation Award honoree for electric outboards
Brunswick Corporation, announced its Mercury Marine division was named a 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) Innovation Award honoree in the Sustainability, Eco-Design & Smart Energy category for the Avator 20e and 35e electric outboards. This is the third CES Innovation Award for Mercury. In 2022, Mercury’s V12 600hp Verado outboard engine won the award in the Vehicle & Transportation category, and ...
Read More »Torqeedo unveils next-gen electric outboards
With more than 250,000 Torqeedo drive systems in the field, Torqeedo introduced their latest product innovation. The Travel motor has been available to boaters since 2005 and more than 100,000 Travel motors have already been sold worldwide. Now, Torqeedo has taken the original to the next level. “The new Travel family marks the opening of a new chapter of Torqeedo ...
Read More »Taiga reports increase for Q3
Taiga Motors Corporation, an electric off-road vehicle manufacturer, recently reported its financial and operating results for the third quarter ending September 30, 2023. Taiga reported $4.2 million from the sale of 147 vehicles during the third quarter ending September 30, 2023, showcasing revenue growth of 222% compared to the third quarter of 2022. Taiga’s production experienced a significant ramp up ...
Read More »Taiga Motors announces $15M loan agreement
Taiga Motors Corporation, an electric off-road vehicle manufacturer, announced that it has entered into a $15 million Secured Term Loan Agreement with Export Development Canada (EDC). The loan will support the company’s continued growth towards producing approximately 1,000 vehicles in 2023. The Term Loan bears interest on the drawn funds at the annual rate of the prevailing Canadian prime rate ...
Read More »ePropulsion to establish U.S. office
ePropulsion announced that it will establish ePropulsion USA, its branch office in the United States. This strategic move aims to further strengthen the company’s presence in the United States and capitalize on the unique opportunities presented by the American boating industry. Tom Watson, a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the marine sector, has been appointed as the President of ...
Read More »Mercury Marine launches Avator 20e, 35e electric outboards
Mercury Marine introduced the Avator 20e and 35e electric propulsion systems. The new models join Mercury’s electric propulsion lineup alongside the Avator 7.5e outboard, which launched at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in January. Two more electric outboard products will be unveiled in the coming months as Mercury advances in electric propulsion. “We’re thrilled to advance our electrification strategy and ...
Read More »Polaris Marine debuts concept electric pontoons
Polaris Marine unveiled two new concept electric pontoons under its Bennington and Godfrey Pontoons brands. The manufacturer previewed these high-horsepower electric propulsion demonstrators at its annual dealer meetings in Syracuse, Ind., this month. Acting as the testbed capability demonstrations for future development of watercraft optimized for electric propulsion, the concept vessels were built on the 26-foot, 6-inch 2024 Bennington L-Series ...
Read More »Charged up!
Partnerships bring electric propulsion to the next level By Adam Quandt “Come gather ‘round people, wherever you roam and admit that the waters have grown…For the times they are a-changin’.” Now most of us know Bob Dylan wasn’t talking about the recreational boating industry when he released his 1964 track, however the words certainly strike a chord as the industry ...
Read More »Powering the electric movement through consumer education
By Nicole SchantzVP of OEM & Strategic Partnerships, Trader Interactive In recent years, the boating industry has seen a rise in the availability of electric models. To gain insight into how consumers feel about electric boats, Boatline conducted a survey to our engaged audience of marine enthusiasts. Overwhelmingly, consumers are curious about what an electric boating future looks like. As ...
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