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Volvo Penta's DPI Aquamatic sterndrive is now available as a triple installation: this setup will allow larger boats to benefit from its performance and reliability, and increase the power offering for existing boats. Volvo Penta has brought to the marine propulsion market some outstanding innovations. The IPS, born in 2005,…

Volvo Penta's DPI Aquamatic sterndrive is now available as a triple installation: this setup will allow larger boats to benefit from its performance and reliability, and increase the power offering…

Volvo Penta and Fountaine-Pajot have completed their project of an electric catamaran: it's been introduced to the public of 2019 Cannes Yachting Festival. So many talk green nowadays. Needless to say, it's definitely the most trending topic. Of course the nautic sector can't be immune, even more so considering that…

Volvo Penta and Fountaine-Pajot have completed their project of an electric catamaran: it's been introduced to the public of 2019 Cannes Yachting Festival. So many talk green nowadays. Needless to…

Volvo Penta D4 and D6 marine propulsion units get a full update that delivers more power, increased reliability and lower cost of ownership. The power ranges from 150 to 480 hp. With over 100,000 units built and installed worldwide, Volvo Penta D4 and D6 engines can be deemed a very…

Volvo Penta D4 and D6 marine propulsion units get a full update that delivers more power, increased reliability and lower cost of ownership. The power ranges from 150 to 480…

From Volvo Penta here's two new drivelines: one is the famous IPS, which receive several updates, the other is a brand new Aquamatic DPI sterndrive. The Swedish company has just introduced the fully-renewed range of D4 and D6 engines, but that's not enough. Soon we will tell you about the…

From Volvo Penta here's two new drivelines: one is the famous IPS, which receive several updates, the other is a brand new Aquamatic DPI sterndrive. The Swedish company has just…

Volvo Penta has announced that they are to complete a feasibility study together with ABB and Chalmers University of Technology to evaluate tech that can provide fast charging of electric vessels. I believe we don't need to stress once again the commitment of Volvo Penta to green boating. Not that…

Volvo Penta has announced that they are to complete a feasibility study together with ABB and Chalmers University of Technology to evaluate tech that can provide fast charging of electric…

The Volvo Penta Electronic Vessel Control (EVC) system receives an all new electrical architecture, and offers further features, such as a single connection point and the possibility to manage EVC functions for vessel and driveline independently. Volvo Penta EVC was first launched in 2003, establishing itself as a comprehensive system…

The Volvo Penta Electronic Vessel Control (EVC) system receives an all new electrical architecture, and offers further features, such as a single connection point and the possibility to manage EVC…

After the acquisition of Seven Marine in mid 2017, Volvo Penta has finally stated that they are building the super-powerful engines in Lexington, Tennessee. Today Volvo Penta announced the start of production and assembly of Seven Marine outboards at the company’s wholly-owned facility. And, from January 2020 the entire lineup…

After the acquisition of Seven Marine in mid 2017, Volvo Penta has finally stated that they are building the super-powerful engines in Lexington, Tennessee. Today Volvo Penta announced the start…

Yacht Controller has created the interface to make all their Dual Band wireless remote controls, and those of the new Nemesis series, compatible with any electronic Volvo Penta throttle. The new connection between Yacht Controller and Volvo Penta significantly raises the level of usability and ease of management of any…

Yacht Controller has created the interface to make all their Dual Band wireless remote controls, and those of the new Nemesis series, compatible with any electronic Volvo Penta throttle. The…

The new Volvo Penta D13 takes the Volvo Penta IPS transmissions to semi-displacement large yachts. It required new electronics and new propellers. Volvo Penta’s IPS has been on the market for almost 15 years already, and it is definitely a commercial success. But this doesn’t mean that Volvo is resting…

The new Volvo Penta D13 takes the Volvo Penta IPS transmissions to semi-displacement large yachts. It required new electronics and new propellers. Volvo Penta’s IPS has been on the market…

Within their Glass Cockpit, Volvo Penta are developing an electric driver interface to ease the shift into electric boating. It's designed to make the electric boating experience as easy as possible. Volvo Penta is definitly spot on when talking of (at least) two topics: easy boating and electric propulsion. Combining…

Within their Glass Cockpit, Volvo Penta are developing an electric driver interface to ease the shift into electric boating. It's designed to make the electric boating experience as easy as…

Aiming to make easy one of boating’s most stressful maneuvers, Volvo Penta self-docking system is an advanced solution, targeted for launch in 2020. Just some weeks after announcing a hybrid propulsion, the Gothenburg stopover of the Volvo Ocean Race was the scene for the unveiling by Volvo Penta of one…

Aiming to make easy one of boating’s most stressful maneuvers, Volvo Penta self-docking system is an advanced solution, targeted for launch in 2020. Just some weeks after announcing a hybrid…

It can control the boat optimizing her setup for watersports. More, Volvo Penta Water Sport Control Glass shows the activity astern filmed by the retro-camera. As wakesurfing and other water sports are becoming more and more popular, electronics suppliers are finding a way to follow the trend and offer customers…

It can control the boat optimizing her setup for watersports. More, Volvo Penta Water Sport Control Glass shows the activity astern filmed by the retro-camera. As wakesurfing and other water…

It was just a matter of time: after the acquisition by Volvo Penta Seven Marine was going to arrive to Europe. And now they got the CE certification for their flagship 627 hp model. Competitors, get ready to race... We wrote many times about outboard motors being more and more…

It was just a matter of time: after the acquisition by Volvo Penta Seven Marine was going to arrive to Europe. And now they got the CE certification for their…

Just a few weeks after setting the deadline to 2021 for electric mobility, Volvo Penta has unveiled a hybrid concept for its IPS propulsion system designed to enable zero emission running for marine vessels. We wrote about it on these pages: it was some days ago when we told you…

Just a few weeks after setting the deadline to 2021 for electric mobility, Volvo Penta has unveiled a hybrid concept for its IPS propulsion system designed to enable zero emission…

Volvo Penta has planned to gradually shift to hybrid and all-electric powertrains, both for their marine and industrial segments. The deadline has been set, and it's two and half years from now. Underpinned by the success of hybrid and all-electric technology introduced by the Volvo Group, Volvo Penta has issued…

Volvo Penta has planned to gradually shift to hybrid and all-electric powertrains, both for their marine and industrial segments. The deadline has been set, and it's two and half years…

Volvo Penta Easy Connect app is now compatible with Android smart devices, and can be used to manage the small D1 and D2 engines. It's been launched just some months ago and it's already time for an important improvement. Volvo Penta Easy Connect is a free app that provides users…

Volvo Penta Easy Connect app is now compatible with Android smart devices, and can be used to manage the small D1 and D2 engines. It's been launched just some months…

Latest Volvo Penta news regard the Active Corrosion Protection for Sterndrivers, the Repositioning system for DPS, and Active Ride Control through the interceptor blades. Its seems like we have to call this piece Volvo Penta News, as there's not one but three novelties to talk about. Let's see them in…

Latest Volvo Penta news regard the Active Corrosion Protection for Sterndrivers, the Repositioning system for DPS, and Active Ride Control through the interceptor blades. Its seems like we have to…

In the next phase of Gothenburg's project to connect residents with a seamless, low-emission commuting network, a Volvo Penta powered electric ferry service is being introduced into the ElectriCity transport ecosystem. An all-electric ferry service is to be added to Gothenburg's existing electric bus service. The electric marine propulsion system…

In the next phase of Gothenburg's project to connect residents with a seamless, low-emission commuting network, a Volvo Penta powered electric ferry service is being introduced into the ElectriCity transport…

As we are all connected, all the time, Volvo Penta Easy Connect gets an upgrade with total connectivity in mind. The feedback comes from the best experts: boat owners themselves. Smartphones, tablets, laptops and more. Today connectivity is something we take for granted, and which we wouldn't give up ever.…

As we are all connected, all the time, Volvo Penta Easy Connect gets an upgrade with total connectivity in mind. The feedback comes from the best experts: boat owners themselves.…

Since it became part of Jeanneau Group, the American Company has further developed its offer. This Glastron GT 229 is a very good example. The ability of American boatyards (well, not all of them) to carefully design each and every detail of their models, and not just on the largest…

Since it became part of Jeanneau Group, the American Company has further developed its offer. This Glastron GT 229 is a very good example. The ability of American boatyards (well,…