Dealer Outlook

Ethanol can be back in a big way, and insufficent labeling at the pumps could lead to problems for your marine powerplant. And the MRAA’s voices support for the 30 by 30 initaitive.

Researchers are experimenting with injecting ozone nanobubbles into waterways that burst and cut off the algae’s food supply.

As pandemic restrictions ease, folks will be getting back to leisure activities that often compete with boating.

A recently introduced bill in New York would create a moratorium on the building of wind turbines on bodies of fresh water in the state. Also, the first in-person boat show in the Great Lakes region in more than a year runs this weekend.

A U.K. group is contending that recreational and commercial fishing — as well as baitfish and those in ornamental ponds — cause fish to suffer. A seasoned angler weighs in.

Sure, it’s a cliché, but it’s 100 percent accurate. With boats going in the water for a new season in many areas, dealers should wave the safety flag wide and high, especially for the newcomers.

The virtual American Boating Congress opens tomorrow, and it’s not too late to register and take part in this important industry event. Also, NOAA launches a series of fishing videos that cover a range of topics, from sustainability to angling opportunities.

A website is often the first interaction a customer will have with a dealership, but it must provide more than an online brochure or they will click elsewhere.

With the peak selling season approaching, resources from the NMMA, MRAA and RBFF can help you add to the successes of the past year.

To turn your customers who are new to boating into repeat buyers, you must stay in contact with them.

A BoatUS survey of its top 10 most-watched videos from last year deal is very revealing.

The RV industry is taking actions to keep newcomers who joined the tribe last year. In our industry, dealers must take advantage of the resources that are already available to keep newcomers.

The first in-person boat show on the Great Lakes in more than a year runs April 30-May 2. Also, RBFF gave 16 local organizations grants to fund conservation education and fishing participation efforts.

With the pandemic reaching the one-year mark today, here’s a look at the efforts of MRAA and the Massachusetts Marine Trades Association in dealing with this oft overlooked reality.

The in-person Orlando and Bonita Springs shows in Florida both set records, which bodes well for major-market events if you ponder where we were a year ago.

An act has been introduced in the waning days of New York’s annual budget process that allows no opportunity for public input.

The boom in boat sales we’re enjoying is a result of the combined efforts of the National Marine Manufacturers Association and the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation.

Cooped up because of Covid restrictions, I’ve discovered some very strange state laws on the books while surfing the Web.

MIASF reports that 17 apprentices started its new program, while Discover Boating’s Ultimate Boat Show Insider Guide is a tool to help boaters heading into this year’s season.

Gov. Henry McMaster today introduces the South Carolina Boating and Fishing Alliance, which aims to connect the outdoors lifestyle with economic growth policies, while protecting and advancing the industry.