Mercury MerCruiser is world renowned for creating innovations that give boaters the best experiences on the water. From our pioneering sterndrive propulsion introduced at the Chicago Boat Show more than half a century ago to today's joystick controls that give boaters the confidence and ability to pilot the boat of their dreams, even in extreme conditions. Mercury MerCruiser is the undisputed leader in marine propulsion and technology. Mercury MerCruiser engines and drive systems are designed, tested and built exclusively for the marine environment. That translates into: better reliability, dependability and longevity compared to all others in their class. Patented metallurgical technology. The latest electronics. Rugged construction. Demanding laboratory, endurance and open-ocean testing. What's inside a Mercury MerCruiser determines what you get out of it. Easy maintenance, low cost of ownership and true peace of mind.