At the heart of any well-designed workboat is a well-designed propulsion system. From engines to propellers and the ...

Taking small steps here and there can make a noticeable difference in fuel economy and range. Here are some tips. The post ...

Gypsy the dog gives her approval to owner Dean Walker of Gaston County of a July cruise on Charlotte’s Mountain Island Lake in Walker’s four-month-old bass boat. Jack Horan Does your boat motor have a ...

Ever since E10 gasoline (gas containing 10 percent ethanol) became widely available several years ago, there have been complaints about boat engine problems. The majority of complaints concern older ...

We see the numbers every day at the local gas station, with gas sold based on octane ratings. Most people go to the lower number—usually 87—because it’s the cheapest, but what do the ratings mean, ...

Unlike most vehicles, commercial boats can be considered a "power source sold separately" mode of transportation. Smaller boats such as canoes mostly use paddles, but anything larger requires an ...

Boating is a popular recreational activity, and it could also be used as a form of transportation for moving between coastal and river areas. Since we often don't see a boat's method of propulsion and ...