Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Hydraulic lines. Cables. Fluid to bleed every season. Marine steering hasn't changed much over the last few decades — until now.
In this episode we sit down to talk through everything you need to know about the Dometic Optimus Electronic Power Steering system — the fully electric steering solution that is changing how boaters experience control on the water.
The Dometic Optimus EPS ensures responsive steering control, reliable performance and comfort, giving you full command of your boat without having to arm wrestle for control.
💡 Key Features
►Fully electric for outboards — no hydraulic fluid, no pumps, no hoses
►Electro-hydraulic for inboards and sterndrive — available for vessels from under 40ft to over 100ft
►Plug-and-play autopilot compatibility with drive by wire system — no autopilot pump or rudder feedback unit required
►Compatible with Garmin, SIMRAD and Raymarine autopilot systems
►Optimus 360 Joystick — intuitive low-speed manoeuvring, sideways movement and on-the-spot rotation
►SeaStation GPS virtual anchor integration
►Adjustable speed-sensitive wheel effort and lock-to-lock turns
►NMEA 2000 compatible
►Meets NMMA, ABYC, CE, ISO and SAE electrical and environmental requirements
►Can be retrofitted to existing mechanically controlled engines
Learn more about Dometic Optimus EPS:
🔗 dometic.com/en-au/category/boat/marine-steering-systems/electronic-power-steering
Find a certified Dometic dealer or installer:
🔗 dometic.com/en-au/support/find-a-dealer
Follow Us on Social Media:
► Facebook: facebook.com/dometicmarine
► Instagram: instagram.com/dometic_marine
Have Questions?
Leave a comment if you have any questions. Our team is here to help you with any queries!
Hydraulic lines. Cables. Fluid to bleed every season. Marine steering hasn't changed much over the last few decades — until now.
In this episode we sit down to talk through everything you need to know about the Dometic Optimus Electronic Power Steering system — the fully electric steering solution that is changing how boaters experience control on the water.
The Dometic Optimus EPS ensures responsive steering control, reliable performance and comfort, giving you full command of your boat without having to arm wrestle for control.
💡 Key Features
►Fully electric for outboards — no hydraulic fluid, no pumps, no hoses
►Electro-hydraulic for inboards and sterndrive — available for vessels from under 40ft to over 100ft
►Plug-and-play autopilot compatibility with drive by wire system — no autopilot pump or rudder feedback unit required
►Compatible with Garmin, SIMRAD and Raymarine autopilot systems
►Optimus 360 Joystick — intuitive low-speed manoeuvring, sideways movement and on-the-spot rotation
►SeaStation GPS virtual anchor integration
►Adjustable speed-sensitive wheel effort and lock-to-lock turns
►NMEA 2000 compatible
►Meets NMMA, ABYC, CE, ISO and SAE electrical and environmental requirements
►Can be retrofitted to existing mechanically controlled engines
Learn more about Dometic Optimus EPS:
🔗 dometic.com/en-au/category/boat/marine-steering-systems/electronic-power-steering
Find a certified Dometic dealer or installer:
🔗 dometic.com/en-au/support/find-a-dealer
Follow Us on Social Media:
► Facebook: facebook.com/dometicmarine
► Instagram: instagram.com/dometic_marine
Have Questions?
Leave a comment if you have any questions. Our team is here to help you with any queries!
