Marine Engines

Alternate fuel sources for smaller outboards are a hot topic today, which is why we're testing a Tohatsu propane outboard out on the vineyard.

Torqeedo's "Electric Days" celebration features a veritable fleet of electric boats. Here's what the future looks like.

Yamaha’s most powerful offering debuts a number of new features and some industry firsts.

Supercharged 4.6-Liter V8 has best power-to-weight ratio in industry. We tested Mercury's new 450-hp 450R outboards on 10 boats including the Cigarette Tirranna, Midnight Express 43 Open, Sea Ray SLX-R 350, and Formula 430 SSC. Read our full review here.

A collection of vintage outboards and the group of men who breathe life into the past.

Is get-home power really necessary? Seldom-used get-home engines might not work when you need them most.

Outboards continue to grow in power, with some manufacturers now offering V-8 engines.

Volvo Penta’s DuoProp and Electronic Vessel Control system merges with Seven Marine’s powerful outboards

Legend has it that the outboard motor began with Evinrude, a manufacturer that continues to make waves today despite some very dark days a few decades ago.

Super clean and efficient, common-rail diesels look to shake things up in a demanding, white-hot outboard market.

Capt. Bill Pike reports from Sweden, where he uncovers Volvo Penta’s big plans to revolutionize boating, again.

Going back to school can pay off big time for your diesel engine.

Solar-powered yachts like the Silent 64 from Silent Yachts are finally having their time in the sun.

The demand for speed has been around since water’s been wet, but don’t forget that great performance is about more than sheer horsepower.

The best skippers are careful listeners and very in tune with the sounds produced by their engines.

Our expert walks you through ten easy, but important, tips that will help you keep your boat running smoothly.

In 2004, Mercury shuttered its top-secret test facility. The company recently reopened Lake X and offered a glimpse at how far outboard technology has come.

Could we be on the cusp of an electric propulsion revolution?

Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding and Executive Editor Capt. Bill Pike took the 80 hp Torqeedo outboard out for a spin in Miami. See what they thought here.

Engine overheating? There are some typical and not-so-typical culprits.

If your old outboards are sputtering, it may just be time to upgrade.

Pods are the ne plus ultra of propulsion, but it costs a little extra to keep them spinning. Are they worth it?

Yanmar re-enters the outboard fray with a potentially game changing DTorque diesel motor.

Evinrude’s new IDock joystick control makes dockside maneuvering more intuitive.