Understanding Boats Articles:

How Many Boats Move Out of State | Traveling boat Statistics in the USA

We calculated how many US States are boat has been registered in. Did you know that 13 percent of boats moved to another State? and 2% moved a third time!

Volume of Recreational boating vessels in the U.S. 2010, 2019, 2021, by state

2021 Recreational Boating Statistics showing number of registered boats per state. Multiple data sources so you can see the Top 20 states with most boats.

When should you report a Boat Accident? | Submit this boat accident report (BAR)

All you need to know about the USCG Boat accident report (BAR) form and when to submit one or search for accidents by HIN.

Boat-Alert.com Featured on Fox, CBS, and USA Today!

Boat-Alert.com Featured on Fox, CBS, and USA Today! We are proud of this ever growing list of news outlets that have featured Boat Alert History Reports.

Carfax for Boats Law – What is UCOTVA?

Learn what the Carfax for boats law is all about and how it affects you in your State. See a map of states that enacted it and why you should support it. Full text of the act below.

Nebraska Boat Registration

Nebraska boat registration search database with title and lien search with HIN lookup.

North Carolina Boat Registration

North Carolina boat registration search database with title and lien search with HIN lookup.

Connecticut Boat Registration

Connecticut boat registration search database with title and lien search with HIN lookup.

Saltwater Vs. Freshwater Boating | Which boat type is best

For those new to boating, there are differences between saltwater and freshwater boats. Saltwater boats are designed for obvious reasons to deal with corrosion resistance.

Boaters: Which life jacket is best for you?

Which life jackets is best for you? This chart will let you pick the right one for the right activity

How To Choose a Life Jacket For Your Boating Trips | All About PFDs

Life jackets are essential for water activities such as recreational boating, kayaking, inflatable boating and canoeing. Fish, kayak, hose, swim or suit in the water without a life jacket before the trip

How long is the USCG Certificate of Documentation? – New U.S. Coast Guard Changes

How long is the USCG Certificate of Documentation? – New U.S. Coast Guard Changes

Missouri Boat Registration

Missouri boat registration search database with title and lien search with HIN lookup. State of MO boat HIN lookups at boat-alert.com

How to Find The Owner Of A Boat by HIN

How to Find a Boat’s Owner by the VIN Number. Vehicle identification numbers (VINs) apply to many types of vehicles: cars, trucks, and motorcycles But VINs do not apply to boats. Instead, they use a 12-digit HIN (Hull Identification Number). Since states require the HIN to appear on registration certificates, you can find the boat's owner by purchasing a boat history report online and paying with a credit card but only if the state disclosed the owner name.

Discontinued Boat Manufacturers List

Discontinued Boat Manufacturers List by state and province showing the details of each MIC and statistics of the top states with the most defunct boat builders, makes, and brands.

Kentucky Boat Registration

Kentucky boat registration search database with title and lien search with HIN lookup.

Illinois Boat Registration

Learn about Illinois boat registration search database with title and lien search with HIN lookup along with details about the DNR.

What are 10 surprises you will find in these Center-Consoles?

Looking to buy a Center Console? Here are some interesting models with surprising features you would not expect. remember to check the boat history report from boat-alert.com before investing in a used boat.

How boat buying will change in 10 Years

We do not know the future but there are exciting trends in boating that are coming in the next 10 years. read more to find out.

All you wanted to know about Hull ID Numbers

We explain the HIN system and some basic information about hull identification numbers that all boaters should know about