Torqeedo
Torqeedo, of Germany, is a manufacturer of electric outboard engines for recreational boats.
Torqeedo Adds Global Services VP
Anders Hård joins the German e-propulsion manufacturer after a long career with Volvo Penta.
Torqeedo Adds N.A. Sales Manager
Jonathan Kruse brings three decades of marine industry experience to the role.
Torqeedo Fills New Position
The electric-mobility company named Patrick Bucci senior director for business development.
Torqeedo Charges Ahead
The electric propulsion company displayed new drives and boat partners at the Miami International Boat Show.
Torqeedo and ZF announce partnership
The two companies will integrate ZF’s steerable saildrives with Torqeedo’s Deep Blue propulsion system.
Torqeedo sales double over Q3 last year
Unit sales were up to 6,832 because of stronger demand in small outboards
Canadian boatbuilder plans new line of electric boats
Templar Marine will build Torqeedo-powered water taxis and day cruisers.
Batteries Not Included
Owner removes diesel engines and fuel tanks out of brand-new 44-ft. catamaran to install Torqeedo electric system.
Torqeedo sponsors Monaco Solar & Energy Boat Challenge
Sixth annual event features boats powered by non-fossil fuel sources.
Torqeedo powers passenger ferry
Torqeedo electric outboards will power Thailand’s first all-electric ferry.
Honorable Mention: Torqeedo
When electric propulsion manufacturer Torqeedo was founded in Munich in 2005, there wasn’t much talk about “electromobility” in the recreational boating industry.
IBEX 2018: Torqeedo to display more powerful engine at Metstrade
Power is increased, but the dimensions are the same.
Boston Whaler introduces two new Super Sport models
Boston Whaler unveiled updated versions of its 130 and 160 Super Sport for 2019.
Torqeedo, BMW collaborate on emission-free drive system
BMW and Torqeedo will collaborate on lightweight, zero-emission drive technology for German sailor Boris Herrmann, who plans to compete in the next edition of the Vendée Globe, the solo, non-stop race around the world, which starts in November in 2020.
Torqeedo appoints marketing executive
Torqeedo named Oliver Glück as its vice president of marketing.
Torqeedo motors power Chinese river cleanup
The city of Suzhou in eastern China has deployed a fleet of electric workboats powered by Torqeedo motors as part of a program to clean up its canals and waterways.
Kayak fishing champion crowned
Dwayne Taff won the Kayak Bass Fishing National Championship held on Kentucky Lake, in Paris, Tenn., taking home $100,000.
Torqeedo launches new outboard motor
Electric propulsion systems manufacturer Torqeedo has introduced the Ultralight 403 C, a longer-running version of the company’s smallest electric outboard with an integrated lithium battery.
Torqeedo partners with Sentinel Marine Solutions and WhisperPower
Electric propulsion systems manufacturer Torqeedo will integrate Sentinel boat monitors and WhisperPower generators into its future product offerings. The agreements were announced at the Dusseldorf International Boat Show on January 23.
Torqeedo powers San Antonio River Walk boats
Electric propulsion systems manufacturer Torqeedo is providing the power for a fleet of 43 custom passenger boats for San Antonio.
Torqeedo powers Great Loop voyage
Capt. Jim Greer recently completed the 7,200-mile voyage known as the Great Loop in a boat equipped with solar panels and powered by three Torqeedo outboards.
METS 2017: Torqeedo debuts new batteries and trolling motor
Torqeedo, which makes electric propulsion systems and equipment, showed new batteries and a new way to refit from diesel to electric power at the Metstrade show in Amsterdam.
German manufacturer Deutz acquires Torqeedo
Deutz AG, a German manufacturer of engine and drive systems, said Wednesday that it has acquired Torqeedo GmbH, one of the best-known makers of electric marine engines.