Electric Boats

Electric powersports marque Taiga gets more ambitious with a larger, more versatile electric adventure PWC that seats up to three people. Despite the extra size, the new Orca WX3 still promises hours' of time on the water per 30-min charge.

Lamborghini has teamed with e-PWC specialist Cayago to develop what it calls the "most powerful Seabob ever," a grab-and-go personal jet sled that promises exhilaration on and under the water at speeds that compete with various species of shark.

Remigo brought its 1,000-W electric boat drive to North America earlier this year. Now it launches a new flagship motor drive that puts out 50 percent more power without giving up the RemigoOne's classic blade-slim packaging or sub-30-lb weight.

Switzerland's Otter Bike hit the water last year with a modern motor-assist version of the classic tandem pedal boat. Now the flagship Explorer model is on its way to Florida thanks to a partnership with Nautical Ventures.

As axial-flux electric motors gain ground in the auto market, they're making inroads with boats. The new EPT Falcon is among the most powerful e-outboards, and it's lighter than the competition. It also has a slick steering trick hiding in the water.

Garmin's latest Force electric motor drive might just be its most innovative yet. The Current trolling motor goes totally hands-free with a foot pedal system Garmin calls an industry first. Keep your bait in the water while cruising forward.

A collaboration between a marine design studio, an Italian shipyard and a Swiss energy titan has unveiled the first fully electric Venetian water taxi, which should be a breath of fresh air to local marine tourism and beyond.

Although electric motors do help kayaks fight headwinds and currents, they also add weight, complexity and the potential for getting snagged. The FluxJet system may change that, with a sub-5-lb electric jet drive module that fits into the hull.

Designed to provide the range, speed and convenience conventional e-aircraft and e-boats lack, the otherworldly Regent Viceroy Seaglider has completed a major milestone, demonstrating the hydrofoil capabilities that serve as one of its three modes.

An initiative designed to reduce the carbon footprint of maritime transport in the Baltic is set to have the world's largest electric passenger-car ferry among its fleet. Operator Viking Line has unveiled the first details of its upcoming Helios vessel.

Remigo launched its slim, portable e-outboard in the US just a few weeks back, and now it's adding a powerful accessory to the lineup. The new RemigoOne remote control lets the small e-boat captain control the throttle from anywhere on the vessel.

There are now enough different types of powered personal watercraft, you might not want to commit to buying just one. Well, that's where the Propel kit comes in, as it combines five different aquatic electric rigs in one modular package.