Posted: 10/05/2025
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Marine Boats Industry to reduce Petroleum-Based Plastics in Outboard Motor Packaging

By Combining Biodegradable Green Planet™ Shipping Material With Specially Shaped Corrugated Cardboard, Evinrude, Honda, Mercury, Suzuki Tohatsu, Torqeedo, Yamaha Outboards Will Be Protected While Protecting The Environment.
Marine Outboard Motor SG announced today that outboard motors will soon arrive from Evinrude, Honda, Mercury, Suzuki Tohatsu, Torqeedo, Yamaha Motor Company in specialized packaging developed to significantly reduce overall waste and the use of petroleum-based plastics.
This will be achieved through two important changes: First, Outboard Motor is replacing traditional polystyrene foam packing material with Green Planet™, a biodegradable polymer developed by Kaneka Corporation that is easily decomposable in seawater and is made from 100-percent biomass-derived polymers.
Posted by Marine Industry News on Jul 14, 2023 8:02:14 AM
New innovations allowed Tohatsu to introduce a new Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) four stroke outboard to its lineup; meet the 9.9hp EFI Sport. The lightest weight outboard in its class features exceptional torque and top end speed so you can get where you need to go in a flash. The battery-less EFI system on the MFS9.9 offers superior starting performance as compared to previous carbureted models. Also, with an EFI outboard, no choke is required during start up and you’ll notice smooth, crisp acceleration throughout all RPM ranges.
FEATURES
Battery-less Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) operation
Light and compact
Advanced EFI for smooth operation, easier starting and increased fuel efficiency
“Light Weight ECO Sport” development and design concept
Simpliq™ Technology - the result of continuous technological innovation fueled by the pursuit of nothing less than the very best
Designed with innovative technology
Available in a wide variety of models
Canister style oil filter for easy replacement
A high quality, user-friendly fuel water separator
Greatly reduced vibration for a smoother and quieter ride
Ultra Low emission, EPA and CARB 3-Star rating approved
Engine Type: Tohatsu MFS9.9EEPTL Four Stroke
Horsepower: 9.9hp
Cylinders: 2 cyl
Shaft Length: 20" Long
Steering: Remote Mechanical
Starter: Electric + Manual
Weight: 116 lbs
Full Throttle Range: 5400 - 6100 rpm
Displacement: 333cc
Induction System: EFI
Warranty: Tohatsu 5-Year Warranty
