TEMO Electric Outboard Motor Coming To The U.S.
The French-based company TEMO, manufacturer of the first portable, electric-powered outboard motor TEMO.450, is entering the U.S. market.
The pioneering startup has had great initial success in its domestic market. Only three years after the launch of the TEMO.450 engine, it has already delivered more than 3,000 electric motors all over Europe and is now looking toward rapid international expansion by tackling the North American market.
TEMO’s Official U.S. Dealer
Waterford, Connecticut-headquartered Defender Industries has been appointed as the official U.S. dealer. Defender Industries supplies a wide range of high-end marine products. Defender Managing Director Stephan Lance said he is delighted to welcome TEMO.450 to Defender’s portfolio.
“Since Defender began offering electric motors over 10 years ago, the demand for clean, safe, and efficient propulsion has grown significantly,” he said. “The TEMO.450 brings a new power option for small tenders and boats to the table. One that is lightweight, stows easily, and is easy to operate.”
Time For Recognition
TEMO’s innovation is being recognized and has won several international awards. TEMO.450 was a METSTRADE Connect 2020 DAME innovation winner, the highest European distinction in the maritime industry, and also received the prestigious 2022 Pittman Innovation Awards in the USA.
Designed for dinghies, tenders, and small boats, the portable system includes a 450W motor, 110V charger, rowlock fitting kit, and security device. It weighs just under 11 pounds, has a propulsive power of 200W, and produces 12kg of maximum thrust from its motor.
TEMO Electric Outboard Motor Concept Beginnings
Company co-founder Alexandre Seux began working on the TEMO concept after a round-the-world sailing trip where he witnessed problems surrounding the traditional methods of boat tender propulsion – heavy to transport and hard to store engines and oars which require a great deal of physical effort.
“Everyone at TEMO is very excited to be working with Defender Industries, with their expertise in the U.S. market, in sales, and the importing of tech products,” he said. “We have big ambitions and know that American sailors and outdoor enthusiasts are passionate and concerned about climate change. We offer a carbon-free solution for dinghies and inland waters small craft and we are happy to be working with Defender to help them sail greener.”
MSRP $1,699
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