IPS- The Volvo Penta. The most popular pod drive system currently available is the Volvo Penta IPs, and DSOA is certified to maintain, repair, and install! So what does IPS stand for? IPS is short for Integrated propulsion system, and is a kind of POD Drive system. Clearly that raises even more questions for the curios, like “what even is a Pod Drive system?” There tons of great reaons to own and have a Pod drive system, but its important to udnerstand its function and purpose. This will establish why so many new boats are now being produced with them, as well as why so…