Don Aronow (1927–1987) was the king of powerboat racing, a larger-than-life figure who revolutionized the sport. Born in Brooklyn to Russian-Jewish immigrants, Aronow was a star athlete before building a fortune in construction. In 1959, he moved to Miami, where his passion for speedboats ignited. He founded Formula, Donzi, Magnum, and Cigarette, designing iconic boats that dominated races, winning over 350 offshore events, two world championships, and three U.S. titles. His sleek Cigarette boat

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The 1987 murder of Miami powerboat legend Don Aronow captivated the international boating scene. The case’s twists, turns and seemingly never-ending cast of characters leaves the killing a mystery to this day. People have tried to make sense of it, only productions misinformation along the way. Véhicule’s in-depth exposé clears the air around the case, bringing you just the facts and illuminates some of the Miami scene’s most prominent characters and places, including Ben Kramer, Rocky Aoki, B

Don Aronow, a legendary figure in powerboat racing, revolutionized the industry with his innovative designs. In 1962, he founded Formula Marine, creating high-performance boats emphasizing speed and durability. He sold Formula and launched Donzi Marine in 1964, followed by Magnum Marine in 1966, each pushing performance boundaries. His masterpiece, the Cigarette boat, debuted in 1969, named after a Prohibition-era rum-runner. Its sleek hull and blistering speed (up to 90 mph) made it a racing ic