Johnson Outboard Motors was a renowned American manufacturer of outboard engines, founded by the Johnson brothers in Terre Haute, Indiana, in the early 20th century. They initially built inboard marine engines before transitioning to lightweight aluminum outboard motors in 1922, which revolutionized the industry. By the mid-1920s, Johnson surpassed competitors like Evinrude in sales and became a dominant force in outboard racing.
The company faced challenges, including bankruptcy in 1931, but was acquired by Outboard Marine Corporation (OMC) in 1935. Johnson continued to innovate and produce reliable outboard motors for decades.
