Coppell, TX, - Tohatsu America Corp. (TAC), distributor of
Tohatsu Outboards, is proud to reveal several new innovations and exciting
changes for the 2017 model year.

In October at IBEX, TAC announced their new Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)
outboard. This new 5hp motor is powered by propane, which is considered the
next generation of fuel. Compared to gasoline, LPG exhausts 12% less CO2*,
thus making it a cleaner option for boaters. It is because of this that Tohatsu
sought out to create a new market, the LPG engine, showcasing 30% cleaner
emissions than traditional outboards.*

"The most appealing feature is that sailors are no longer forced to carry gasoline
on board." said Jim Morgenthaler, Vice President of TAC. "We know this is
something that has been requested for many years, and we are excited to finally
offer an LPG outboard to our customers."

Tohatsu's new LPG motor features easier starting, quieter operations and
requires less maintenance on fuel related parts. This 5hp LPG outboard will be
available for purchase in April 2017, and comes in a variety of shaft lengths
including short, long and ultra long Sail Pro model.

If that wasn't exciting enough, Tohatsu has another new outboard debut for 2017,
the 40/50hp Four Stroke in Beluga White. Tohatsu introduced the 40/50hp Four
Stroke in 2014, and it has been a huge success in the market. Available in May
2017, the lightest weight in its class engine now has an additional color option to
help boaters choose which color best fits with their boat.

The innovations for 2017 continue with the announcement of the 9.9/15/20hp,
lightest in its class, battery-less Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) outboard. Not only
does this new Four Stroke offer excellent fuel efficiency, it is a user-friendly
product thanks to its easier starting and the decreased possibility of ethanol
related problems. Tohatsu anticipates availability in early Autumn 2017.

"We are very excited to be able to offer these incredibly innovative new additions
to our product line in 2017," said Morgenthaler. "Our new LPG and EFI outboards
make boating easier, and more user-friendly. Plus, the Beluga White 40/50hp
Four Stroke adds a new level of customization to our lineup. With these new
additions, we are increasing the variety of boaters Tohatsu will cater to."

All of the new Four Stroke outboards, as well as Tohatsu's entire lineup of
portable, mid-range, large horsepower and TLDI motors, are backed by the
Tohatsu 5 Year Limited Warranty.