As Wired2Fish readers know very well, things are very tough in the boat and motor business. Those companies have had to trim down and that has been in the news for over a year. One important note, however, is those companies that continue to drive research and development in these tough times with thrive as the economy turns. Mercury Marine continues to listen to the angling community and has introduced several new products for 2010.
New Mercury Products Include:
8.2L MerCruiser Big Block Engine
115 Pro XS
125 OptiMax
200 Pro XS
40-60 Big Tiller
G3 Service Tool
MerCruiser Power Assist Steering
Lanyard Switches
ECO-Screen for MercMonitor
NMEA Gateway
CAN Dash Pad
They also have a promotion called "Trade Up America" where buyers can get up to a $1000.00 rebate when repowering now. This offer is good through October 31st, 2009.