SlashGear has traditionally focused on advancements in terrestrial transportation like cars and motorcycles, but we've devoted plenty of space to discussion of marine engines as well. We've presented ...

A boat is not just a boat any longer: there are so many types of power boats on the market that it can be a challenge to determine which is the right fit for you. Here’s a rundown on what kinds of ...

Have you noticed that more people are buying and driving boats with electric motors? It's true. Electric boat motors come with numerous objective advantages, and they're becoming much more practical ...

Last November, General Motors announced it had acquired a 25 percent stake in electric boat motor manufacturer Pure Watercraft. This new partnership spawned its first consumer-facing product this week ...

Jack plates perform two key functions. One is setback, which distances an outboard from the boat’s transom, allowing the propeller to run in less-turbulent water. Jack plates also move an outboard up ...