Next-gen Taiga electric jetski goes next level inside and out

Taiga, The world’s leading electric jetski maker, has expanded their ‘Orca’ line up with the unveiling of the next-generation WX3 model featuring a slew of advances, both inside and out.

Inside, there is the high efficiency battery technology the company recently announced, along with high speed charging capabilities. In a first for the segment the WX3 also has bi-directional charging do your waterbike can double up as a ‘floating battery’.

Outside, the WX3 has a new 3 rider seat, a reinforced tow system that opens the door for wakeboarding, waterskiing and tubing, an extended hull, new premium Bluetooth audio speakers and an upgraded app with features for both families and fleet owners.

A palette of bold colours include a vibrant, electric Miami Blue, a metallic Titanium Pink and a deep Monte Carlo Red that evokes the luxury of supercar design.

Taiga electric jetskis and snowmobiles – Dubai to Antarctica

While a jetski seems an obvious watercraft to electrify – consider how many people complain about the noise of the combustion versions – actually putting one together is in some ways more complicated than a full-sized boat.

One of the key reasons Taiga has been able to overcome the challenges of electric powered PWCs and grab the market lead is that they designed and built all elements of the drive train – including the battery – themselves.

The company first got into electric mobility by building an electric snowmobile. It was a natural for the Canada-based company, but running a motor at continuous high speed in sub-zero temperatures is no mean feat. And it turns out that the same technology required for electric vehicles riding on snow and ice is perfect for electric vehicles riding on the liquid version.

Samuel Bruneau, CEO of Taiga, says “To heat up the battery in low temperatures, you need a motor with a high thermal transfer rate (how quickly and efficiently heat flows), and that also works to cool down the battery in high temperatures. Between our snowmobiles and jetskis we’ve got Taiga products operating literally everywhere from Antarctica to Dubai.”

Sam said that when he and his team started out in 2015, after graduating from Montreal’s McGill University, the goal was to shift all vehicles that don’t travel on a road – snowmobiles, boats, ATVs – to electric. “First we looked at what was available off the shelf, of course, because that’s the easiest path…but there wasn’t anything. And even today, there’s really still not much. Electric car technology is made for different needs. We rapidly realized that we would have to develop everything from a clean sheet.”

State of the art factory

As that clean sheet filled up with solutions, they also realized that having all the development, manufacturing and assembly in one place was the ideal. So they built a state-of-the art facility where the people working on the batteries, battery management systems, motors, software and bodies could all be together to enable continuous product improvement.

In 2024 the facility and company was brought into the Vita family of electric boats enterprises that includes Evoy electric outboards and inboards and Aqua superPower high speed DC chargers. The collective experience and innovation of everyone was applied to the WX3, with the high speed charging and bi-directional capability being one of the most obvious results.

The motor side is where Taiga’s thermal transfer rate comes into play. Taiga developed an optimized winding for the stator (the non-rotating part of a motor) that enhances thermal efficiency by more than 15%. (Windings are the coils of a motor that the electricity flows through.) That means the motor can run at high speed and peak power for a longer time without overheating. 

Taiga’s latest battery pack adds even more advantage with their fused cooling panel technology that optimizes fluid flow across the battery pack. That eliminates hot spots in the battery and increases continuous power output (as opposed to peak) by up to 65% in hot-weather.

Riding to wakeboarding to fishing

The WX3’s 120 kW (165 hp) motor is not only great for zipping around at high speed but also provides plenty of power for towing wakeboarders, tubers and waterskiers.  Adding a reinforced tow system and accessory-ready rear platform was a simple decision for the design team. They also extended the hull to get the PWC up on plane more quickly. 

The new three-person seat has been ergonomically designed for multi-rider comfort and lowers the centre of gravity for more confident handling and improved stability – which comes in handy for less speed-dependent activities like trolling for fish. 

New app features

Analyzing data from the hundreds of Taiga units already being used by consumers and businesses around the world, and listening to personal customer feedback has informed new features for the Taiga app.

An onboard mapping system allows riders to view live location and navigate directly from the dash, and geofencing lets owners  set boundaries or limit speed in specific areas. For families it’s a way to manage younger or inexperienced riders and it’s ideal for safety in busy waterways or for fleet operators managing large groups.

Families and tour operators can also configure custom power and speed limits, tailoring performance to different experience levels. The addition of shareable digital keys makes it simple to grant or restrict access to specific users.

Fast charging at thousands of outlets

Starting in 2026, all Orca models will be equipped with automotive-grade fast charging, using CCS1 in North America and CCS2 in Europe. This means riders can plug into the thousands of electric car charging points on popular networks. With Taiga’s advances in battery design and software, the charge can be done in under 30 minutes with DC fast chargers.

While that is a big jump for electric jetskis, what is totally unique for Taiga is the two way charging. The ability of the Taiga WX-3 to provide up to two hours of hours of fun on the water can can be put to more practical use by powering a lakeside cabin or cottage owner during a blackout or outage. An Orca in the garage can act as a home battery, on a yacht the Orca can power hotel loads. 

“I am really proud of everything we have put into the Orca and especially the new WX3″ said Taiga’s Bruneau. “We always wanted to build the technology to push the whole industry forward, and with this launch – the battery, app, high speed and bidirectional charging, we’re showing that electric watercraft can set a new benchmark for performance, value, and adventure.”

The Orca WX3 starts at US $23,999 and the Orca P2 US $20,999. You can reserve now on the Taiga website for delivery in 2026. 

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