All Engines and Propellers articles – Page 18
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Outboard enginesIs hydrogen the future of outboard power?
Yamaha raised plenty of eyebrows with its plans to develop a hydrogen-powered outboard engine. Could this be a key to long-term sustainability?
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SwedenAnna Müller | President | Volvo Penta
Anna Müller took the helm as president of Volvo Penta in December 2023. She joined Volvo Penta in 2014 as director of business development, global aftermarket, before embarking on a seven-year stint in the Volvo truck business, most recently as SVP, Europe North and Central. Müller brings considerable international experience ...
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Battery TechnologiesTrucks breaks the 1000km electric range with fuel cells
Achievement also heralds an exciting development for small to medium-size displacement yachts
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NewsBrawn and brains - the evolution of large outboards
Outboard engines aren’t just growing larger, they’re growing ever more sophisticated as new buyers drive demand for innovative engineering
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Outboard enginesKahe Nautic and its new versatile Pod 600
Based in Lacanau, on the Atlantic coast of south-west France, Kahe E-Nautic is a new company that has developed a versatile type of small electric drive.
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Outboard enginesConsumer confusion: A word on watts
Most buyers understand the horsepower rating for ICE outboards, but kilowatts is more confusing.
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Outboard enginesBigger is better
Building on following success of the success of its previous Avator 7.5e, 20e and 35e electric outboard motors, Mercury Marine kicked off its 85th anniversary in 2025 by unveiling its two largest electric outboards to date at January’s CES technology trade show – the all-new Avator 75e and 110e.
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Outboard enginesElectric outboards, thrusters and pods
The lines are blurring between electric outboards, steerable pods and retractable thrusters. Whilst motors continue to get smaller and more powerful, the emphasis is shifting towards more energy-dense batteries, with easier recycling
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Outboard enginesGreat things in small packages
Despite advances in portable electric motors, manufacturers of internal combustion portables continue launching new product aimed at capturing further market share
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Outboard enginesWhy size matters
Multiple new product launches create a world of wonder in a segment defined by technical innovation and engineering magic
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Outboard enginesMid-range outboards - The heart of the market
Reaching consumers in the highly competitive mid-range outboard segment requires imagination and a comprehensive product line
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Outboard enginesDespite the rise of electric, ICE still reigns supreme
Internal combustion outboards have been villainised in recent years, but new data suggests that when combined with sustainable fuels the venerable ICE outboard remains the top choice for powering a wide range of vessels
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Outboard enginesVolvo provides scholarships for hydrogen ICE research
Whilst the development of electric engines continues to grow apace, there is a school of thought that feels that burning hydrogen in existing internal combustion engine (ICE) technology may be greener. A champion of this approach is the Swedish car maker Volvo
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ElectrificationHow the humpback whale is helping BlueNav improve engine performance
New propeller blades launched this week use biomimicry to boost performance
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Outboard enginesNew axial flux motors. Twice the power and four times the torque
The latest designs of axial flux electric motors are set to ‘revolutionise’ performance e-drives and are being adapted to aviation and maritime applications
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Battery TechnologiesMarch symposium - improving the charging infrastructure
The roll-out of a viable charging infrastructure for electric vehicles (EVs) and - indirectly - electric boats is gathering pace, encouraged by some government initiatives and the imposition of Ultra Low Emission Zones (ULEZ) in large cities.
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Outboard enginesTorqeedo’s refreshed Travel motor series
DESIGN REFINEMENTS TO Torqeedo’s next generation
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Battery TechnologiesNew Mercedes electric truck tech could lead to extra-long range for larger yachts
Tackling the electrification of the heavy truck sector is leading directly to better drive trains and battery performance for equally heavy boats.
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