Company claims approximately 50% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to conventional treatments
Suzuki Motor Corporation has developed a new technology to apply a corrosion-resistant anodizing treatment to outboard engine components which it says cuts CO2 emissions in half from those of previous treatments.

Suzuki’s new outboard component anodizing technology reduces carbon emissions by up to 50%
La nuova tecnologia di anodizzazione dei componenti fuoribordo di Suzuki riduce le emissioni di carbonio fino al 50%
The new manufacturing process, which protects key components including the cylinder block, cylinder head and crankcase, is being introduced on some specifications of the company’s popular DF140B outboard engine and will be progressively adopted to other models.
Beyond significantly lowering greenhouse gas emissions during product manufacturing, further key features of Suzuki’s new anodizing technology include enhanced heat resistance and improved sealing for improved product durability.
“The technology that we have adopted in Suzuki’s outboard motors not only enhances product quality through improved corrosion resistance but also contributes to carbon neutrality by reducing CO2 emissions during manufacturing,” said Suzuki Marine executive general manager, Shuichi Mishima. “This is a world-first technology for mass-produced outboard motors. We have taken on the challenge of developing new technologies as Team Suzuki and have successfully developed anodizing treatment for mass-produced engine parts.”

Source: IBI