Suzuki is thrilled to announce that its new-for-2024 Stealth Line™ outboard motor family has been recognized with a 2024 Top Products Award from Boating Industry Magazine. This prestigious accolade, officially announced in the April issue, highlights the innovative design and superior performance of Suzuki’s latest offering to the recreational boating industry.
Industry Recognition
“We’re honored to receive this award from Boating Industry Magazine on behalf of everybody at Suzuki,” said Brandon Cerka, General Manager Sales and Marketing for Suzuki Marine USA. The Stealth Line has already been a huge hit with boatbuilding partners, dealers, and customers across Southern Africa, and now this industry recognition is the icing on the cake. This award underscores the exceptional quality and market impact of the Stealth Line™, reinforcing Suzuki’s commitment to excellence in marine technology.
The Stealth Line™ in Southern Africa
The current Stealth lineup available in South Africa includes the DF200ATL and DF250STL models. The high demand for these outboards has inspired Suzuki to fast-track the expansion of the Stealth Line to several other top-selling Suzuki outboard models. The Stealth Line’s “Shinobi” (Japanese for stealth) look was unveiled with great fanfare during this year’s Miami International Boat Show. The new all matte black finish and matching Chrome Black graphics deliver a bold look that complements a range of popular boat styles, from bass boats, bay boats, and flats skiffs to performance pontoon and deck boats, and large offshore center consoles.
Advanced Technology and Performance
Proving that the Stealth Line’s beauty is more than just skin deep, each model delivers all the advanced technology, powerful performance, superior fuel efficiency, and rugged reliability boaters have come to expect from the Suzuki brand. These outboards are equipped with Suzuki’s innovative engineering, designed to provide an “Ultimate” marine experience. Suzuki Stealth Line outboards can be purchased through authorized Suzuki Marine dealers across Southern Africa. Due to their popularity, boaters are advised to check with their local dealer for availability.
Market Leadership in Southern Africa
Suzuki Marine continues to have a strong presence in Southern Africa, having sold a total of 1413 new outboards in 2023. This includes sales to other African countries and equates to a market share of just under 48%, as provided by AMID’s outboard sales reports. Focusing on South Africa, Suzuki sold 1034 units of 4-stroke outboards over the past year, making it the best-selling 4-stroke outboard brand in the region with a market share of 50%.
Suzuki’s Stealth Line™ outboard motors represent a significant leap forward in marine technology, combining aesthetic innovation with unmatched performance and reliability. The recognition by Boating Industry Magazine as a Top Product for 2024 is a testament to Suzuki’s dedication to delivering exceptional products that meet the evolving needs of the boating community. As Suzuki continues to expand its Stealth Line™, it reaffirms its position as a leader in the marine industry, providing boaters with the ultimate marine experience.
