Technology

Everything you need to know about boat and hull design and construction; the latest in boat electronics and technology; and boat motors, engines, and propulsion.

Garmin Signal VHF marine radio mounted at a boat helm

Garmin Signal VHF Radios Add Instant Replay, AIS, And Touchscreens

Meet the Garmin Signal VHF 220 and 400 marine radios, featuring AIS, 3-minute audio replay, noise cancellation, touchscreen controls, and more.

Boater using a handheld VHF radio while on the water

Cobra BlueBound 650 Handheld VHF Radio: Hands-On Review

See how the Cobra BlueBound 650 handheld VHF performs in BoatUS testing, with GPS, DSC distress calling, Bluetooth, noise cancellation, and waterproof design.

Close-up artistic illustration of thick braided dock lines painted in warm shades of orange, red, gold, and cream, highlighting the texture and weave of the rope against a dark background.

Artificial Who?

As AI-powered boating technology becomes more common, one veteran skipper reflects on the risks of overreliance on automation, the importance of hands-on seamanship, and why experience, judgment, and common sense remain essential on the water.

Marine galvanic isolator mounted near a boat's electrical system, showing the isolator unit, wiring connections, and a remote monitoring panel used to protect against shore power galvanic corrosion.

Artificial Intelligence Aboard

AI-enhanced marine navigation display showing multiple vessels and potential hazards highlighted across open water, with digital markers overlaying a distant seascape to assist with collision avoidance and situational awareness.

Garmin LiveScope 2 sonar display showing detailed live imaging of fish and underwater structure on a marine multifunction display.

Garmin LiveScope 2: Seeing is Believing

See why Garmin LiveScope 2 earned ICAST Best New Electronics honors. This next-generation live sonar system delivers ultra-detailed real-time fish imaging, enhanced target separation, and advanced transducer options that help anglers locate and track fish with remarkable clarity.

Two passengers travel in a lightweight rigid dinghy with outboard motor power on calm, reflective water.

This Is Not Your Grandfather’s Dinghy

Discover how innovative dinghy designs are transforming cruising, from carbon fiber catamarans and aluminum tenders to advanced inflatables built for durability, performance, and versatility on the water.

Raymarine Axiom 2 multifunction displays showing navigation charts, sonar data, and connected boating apps across multiple screen sizes.

Bigger Processer, Faster Chart Rendering

Explore the new Raymarine Axiom 2 multifunction display, featuring a faster 6-core processor, enhanced chart rendering, improved wet-weather touchscreen performance, and seamless integration of navigation, sonar, radar, autopilot, and vessel monitoring tools.

Small sailboat underway on calm water using a Temo 1000 electric outboard for auxiliary propulsion.

Temo 1000: Clever Electric Outboard For Dinghies & Sailboats

Explore the Temo 1000 electric outboard, a lightweight 3 hp-equivalent motor designed for dinghies and sailboats up to 26 feet. Features include a retractable tiller, adjustable shaft, removable battery, and innovative mounting system for easier handling on the water.

Furuno TZMAP multifunction display showing a touchscreen marine navigation interface with colorful app-style icons for chart plotting, radar, sonar, routes, and system controls on a compact helm display.

Big-Boat Tech Sized For Smaller Boats

Furuno brings advanced marine electronics to smaller boats with the new TZMAP series. These compact multifunction displays offer radar compatibility, CHIRP fish-finding, cloud-connected navigation, and AI route planning in easy-to-use 9- and 13-inch touchscreen units.