Volvo Penta’s stern-to-helm integration, powered primarily through its Electronic Vessel Control (EVC) system, delivers a fully integrated approach to marine propulsion and control, designed to simplify boating and enhance your overall experience. Here’s what makes it stand out:

1. Complete Helm-to-Propeller System Control

EVC seamlessly integrates engines, drives, controls, and instruments into a single, coordinated system. This ensures optimized performance across your entire propulsion system. Unlike traditional setups, where components are managed separately—leading to potential communication issues—EVC keeps everything connected and working in harmony.

2. Advanced Features and Intuitive Controls

EVC powers intelligent features that make boating easier and more intuitive, including:

  • Joystick Driving and Docking – Precise maneuvering in tight spaces, ideal for both novice and experienced boaters.
  • Dynamic Positioning System (DPS) – Maintains your vessel’s position and heading automatically, even in challenging conditions.
  • Assisted Docking – Semi-automated compensation for wind and currents for stress-free docking.
  • Glass Cockpit System – Streamlines navigation, engine data, and controls into a single customizable touchscreen, reducing clutter and improving accessibility.

3. Focus on Ease of Use and Comfort

Volvo Penta’s “easy boating philosophy” prioritizes intuitive design and passenger comfort. Features include reduced noise and vibration, near-silent cruising, and quieter nights onboard when using battery power.

4. Hybrid-Electric Integration

Volvo Penta leads in hybrid-electric propulsion with fully integrated helm-to-propeller packages. The EVC system seamlessly switches between electric and combustion engine power, offering near-silent cruising, reduced emissions, and access to emission-free zones.

5. Global Service and Support

The fully integrated EVC system allows for remote diagnostics, data sharing, and software updates via Volvo Penta’s global authorized service network. This ensures enhanced support and minimized downtime, wherever you take your boat.

In essence, Volvo Penta’s stern-to-helm integration stands out through its holistic, user-centric approach, combining advanced technology, intuitive controls, and comfort-focused design to deliver a superior boating experience.