Mercury Marine announced it will reduce its hourly work force in Fond du Lac, Wis., by approximately 160 positions between now and Oct. 3.

Bombardier Recreational Products is holding off on plans to go public because of the economic downturn.

The National Marine Manufacturers Association says that, because of the lead time for compliance, engine manufacturers and boatbuilders should have no

Ethanol-laden gasoline, dubbed "E-10" for its 10 percent ethanol content, is now commonplace at marina fuel docks across the country. However, as wint

Marine industry leaders are taking a wait-and-see attitude on how they may be affected by the latest federal buyouts to help shore up lending institut

You can spot the new year On the horizon when the last leaves have fallen, the Christmas commercials start (two obnoxious days before Halloween) and heating bills are starting to rise.

When you're cruising on a new waterway, do your juices start pumping to discover what's around the next bend?

In search of a high-quality, reliable trailer to more than keep up with your trailering needs?

It's the time of year that most boaters spend dreaming up their next-season wish list.

Very little in life compares to fishing.

Seaworthy, the newsletter from BoatU.S. that helps boaters and anglers prevent damage to their vessels and injuries, has looked into the causes of insurance claims for pontoon boats.

The reason pontoon and deck boats are so popular is because you can really pile the people on these roomy crafts when you want to.

Looking for a slip resistant and protective coating for the floor of your pontoon or deck boat?

Bennington Marine, designer and manufacturer of pontoon boats, fiberglass deck boats and runabouts, recently made the 2008 Inc. 5000 list.

Our kind of boating does not involve flying as fast as we can from one end of the lake to the other.

Bennington Marine, the Elkhart, Ind.-based manufacturer of pontoon boats, fiberglass deck boats and runabouts, recently made the 2008 Inc. 5000 list.

Reversing a decades-old ban on offshore drilling, an energy bill approved Sept. 16 by the U.S. House of Representatives would allow drilling as close

As waterfront land values skyrocket and condominiums sprout on nearly every acre of waterfront property, recreational boaters are being squeezed out.

The United States Coast Guard Office of Auxiliary and Boating Safety recognizes Bombardier Recreational Products today with its Boating Safety Award.

From lawn mowers and weed trimmers, to personal watercraft and speedboats, gas-powered engines will soon contribute to healthier and cleaner air for A

West Marine founder, chairman and largest shareholder, Randy Repass, has set up a plan to repurchase a large portion of the company's stock.

The easiest way to ensure a child's safety on the water is to make sure they wear a life jacket that fits. But children's growth spurts or last minute

Some early damage assessments have come in from the Gulf Coast area since Hurricane Gustav made landfall Monday, and a number of waterways have reopen

Insect repellent is a hard product to test.

We have several bookshelves at home, loaded with a great variety of books-big ones, little ones, and everything in between.

To be honest, I agreed to test this Micro Lantern from Coghlan's to prove that a two-inch tall LED lantern wouldn't be very useful.

Who would've thought that a company that once manufactured railcars would become a force to be reckoned with in the outboard motor industry?

Word on the street is the new Street Series line of women's eyewear from Wiley X is tough to beat.

Chaparral has its own definition of luxury with the 284 Sunesta Wide-Tech, and this boat is not only loaded for luxury, but for fun for everyone.

Maurell Products has been in the business of producing highest quality boats with style to match for over 51 years.

Brock Dock is one builder that strives to offer a boatload of benefits

Luxury is the word of the day, especially with the Four Winns F274.

When Honda officials wanted to show off their redesigned BF40 and BF50 outboards to the media this summer, they matched it up with a pontoon boat.

Experience the luxury of the Azure AZ298, a new 29-footer that offers a roomy and luxuriously appointed cockpit combined with a very sleek and strong hull design.

I was told that the Rino 520HCx from Garmin was a must-have item, but to be honest it was the price the scared me away.

Electric boats are becoming more popular, yet the market has not been touched and here's why.

Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatU.S.) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service joined forces today to reinforce the values of sport fi

The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is the strongest ever offered by Chevrolet.

The 2008 Ford F-Series Super Duty, one of the industry's most capable full-size heavy-duty work trucks, comes equipped with even more capability in response to strong initial customer demand for the highest-end, most capable Super Duty, which includes the

What would you do without spark plugs?

It makes my day when the flight attendant announces at the end of a flight that the men and women in our armed forces that are onboard will be allowed to get off the plane first.

For 2009, the Sierra lineup enhances its segment-best fuel economy with a new six-speed automatic that is paired with V-8 engines (except the 4.8L).

Flailing away furiously at the surface, just out of reach of the mesh, it was the biggest cat we had ever attempted to net.

The iconic HUMMER H2 entered this year with a raft of changes, delivering a more refined interior that combines luxury with HUMMER's legendary ruggedness, enhanced safety features and a more powerful engine coupled with a new, six-speed automatic transmis

That dreaded winter storage is just around the corner for most boaters, so it's time to start thinking ahead.

Just like Rodney Dangerfield's famous line, "I get no respect," such is the life of a tarp.

Have you ever considered writing an article on legal problems with boat storage units?

There was always a smiling face walking the docks at our annual Shootout boat test each fall, and we could always count on his support at our event.

Imagine waking up on a beautiful, calm morning and looking out the window to see a peaceful lake staring back at you.

It helps when netting a catch that the fish has been fought until reasonably tired; trying to net a `fresh' fish is a lesson in frustration.

Toyota is bolstering the value of the Tundra SR5 grade Double Cab and CrewMax by increasing standard equipment.

If the summer gas hike didn't have you complaining, then chances are good that money isn't a big concern to you and this column wasn't meant for your eyes.