Tag Archives: Green Boating

Google Maps launches unmanned vessel powered by Torqeedo

CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. – A new unmanned vessel, launched with the help of Google, will map shorelines and raise awareness of the impacts of global sea level rise. Since clean, powerful and efficient propulsion was a high priority, leading electric motor innovator, Torqeedo, was chosen to power the craft. Originally designed to be worn by backpackers, Google’s proprietary Street View ...

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LEHR introduces 25hp propane-powered outboard, supporting fuel program

Clean-power innovator LEHR, LLC unveiled its new 25 hp Propane Outboard to the worldwide press and the boating public at the 2015 Miami International Boat Show, bringing clean, efficient outboard power to a new range of boats including pontoon boats, fiberglass and inflatable yacht tenders, RIBs, aluminum fishing boats, small center console skiffs and other vessels. This 2-cylinder, 498cc SOHC ...

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