Northern California suffers sales slump

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Boat sales in Northern California have slumped in 1999 although sales were increasing by 6% nationally. The Northern California Marine Assn mainly attributed the sales slump to California's new marine engine labeling requirement. Moreover, the state marine engine regulation allows water districts to set their own policies regarding which engines to allow in freshwater lakes and reservoirs. This provision, according to boat makers, results in inconsistent rules and confusion for freshwater boaters.

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Dealers taking slow approach on '06 orders

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Boat buyers are cautious about what they are buying for 2006 after the recent storms and fuel price hikes. Consequently, the boat dealers and the boat builders too are adopting a watchful approach. Brunswick, the largest boat builder in United States, is planning to reduce production.

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Bigger 4-strokes are driving outboard sales

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Marine engine manufacturers like Yamaha Marine and Mercury Marine are witnessing a growth in demand for their larger 4-stroke models. The engines comply with the standards specified by Environmental Protection Agency. In addition, they also offer higher fuel efficiency.

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