Entire line-up features enhancements

Genoa, Italy, October 9, 2007 – BRP's 2008 model year line-up is headlined by its largest, most powerful outboard yet – the 250-hp High Output. With 3.4 liters of displacement, the additional power and low weight of the 250 H.O. allows boaters to plane heavy loads, make faster hole shots and increase top speed on a variety of recreational boat applications.

Enhancements have been made throughout the entire Evinrude® E-TEC® line with component and design upgrades that extend the easy-to-own, low maintenance attributes to maximize the owner's quality time on the water. The following upgrades create increased durability, longevity and operator comfort: unique iridium spark plugs; enhanced calibration and a patent-pending fast rise inductive ignition system for smooth running at every RPM range; improved cylinder sleeve design; and enhanced fuel injectors. BRP continues to refine its outboard line for continuous cutting-edge leadership in superior engine performance and reliability.

“We have improved our entire product line to incorporate advancements in technology that have evolved at a very fast pace. Evinrude engines offer a perfect package of power, ease of use, reliability, and cleanliness no matter the horsepower," said Roch Lambert, vice-president and general manager, Outboard Engines, at BRP. “The model year 2008 line-up expands consumer choices in high quality, low maintenance outboards and substantiates BRP's commitment to expand its Evinrude line-up above 250 hp and below 40 hp," he added.

Like all Evinrude E-TEC outboards, the 250 H.O. is compact and lightweight – an amazing 128 pounds (58 kg) lighter than competitive engines at the same horsepower. With less weight comes improved fuel efficiency, less draft and improved boat handling, superior visibility while planing the boat quicker, and less stress on the boat transom. The 250 H.O. tops-off the Evinrude E-TEC line-up in horsepower and advanced innovative features including the high-speed, nose cone Lightning™ gear case, manufactured from the toughest grade metals and alloys for increased strength and performance.

“As we roll out our Evinrude E-TEC line-up, we want to keep it state-of-the-art. This is why it's critical for us to continue to innovate," noted Michel Hade, vice-president and general manager, BRP International Division. "The Evinrude E-TEC technology is changing the industry; it has been a key driver of growth in our markets around the world and has resulted in profitability for both our dealers and distributors and BRP," he concluded.

The Evinrude E-TEC expansion includes nine models in the 40 through 60-hp in-line two cylinder engines; three models in the 75 through 90-hp in-line three cylinder engines; one new model in each of the 115-hp V4 60-degree and 150-hp V6 60-degree engines; two models in the 200 through 250-hp V6 90-degree platform; and two models in 250 H.O. The additions include new tiller choices, increased color and shaft length options, and counter-rotation availability for 115-hp twin applications. Also new for 2008 are 65 and 90-hp Evinrude E-TEC outboards developed for commercial and government use. Available in four models, the engines are more tolerant to varying fuel grades and the demands of commercial markets. I Command^TM instruments, designed specifically for the NMEA (National Marine Electronics Association) 2000 certification, are standard in Evinrude E-TEC V4 and V6 engines.

The 2008 Evinrude E-TEC line-up, including the 250 H.O. engine, will be on display at the following events:

• Genoa Boat Show, October 6 - 14, Italmarine's booth, BRP's distributor in Italy;
• Club BRP, Gold Coast Resort, Australia, October 15 - 19;
• Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, October 25 - 28, booth 2035.

Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. ("BRP"), a privately-held company, is a world leader in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and marketing of motorized recreational vehicles. Its portfolio of brands and products includes: Ski-Doo® and Lynx® snowmobiles, Sea-Doo® watercraft and sport boats, Evinrude® and Johnson® outboard engines, direct injection technologies such as Evinrude E-TEC®, Can-Am^TM all-terrain vehicles and roadsters, as well as Rotax® engines and karts.

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