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Mercury Marine introduced a 5-horsepower propane-powered outboard motor at the Vancouver Boat Show.0:44 The engine utilizes a modified fuel delivery system to run on propane, which produces 30% fewer emissions than standard gasoline combustion engines.1:22 While the fuel system is new, the motor retains the same engineering and build quality as the company’s traditional outboard line.2:42 Mercury Marine intends to leverage its existing global dealer network to provide parts and service support, addressing a common failure point for previous propane outboard manufacturers.2:15 The company also highlighted its broader environmental strategy, including the integration of oxygen sensors and advanced range optimization technology in its V6 and V8 outboard models to improve fuel-air mixture efficiency and reduce noise pollution.4:20 Detailed product specifications and company environmental initiatives are available on the manufacturer's website.4:58

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