Battery vs Gas Trimmers and Mowers – Time to Reconsider

We have to be honest—we’re not in it for the planet. As professionals, we’re (personally) only interested in switching to battery-powered tools if they get the job done. In the evaluation of battery vs gas trimmers and mowers, performance and ROI matter. So what factors are key, and how do you decide when, where, and […]

Husqvarna AWD 435X and 535 Automowers

Husqvarna AWD Automower Tackles Tough Slopes One of the highlights from the Husqvarna booth from this past GIE was the forward steps the company has made in the world of automowing. They plan on releasing two new models to the Automower Series, designed to “increase the flexibility, productivity, and safety within the commercial space.” The […]

EGO Select Cut Lawn Mower Review – Sod Farm Tested!

Impressed by both the original EGO 56V cordless lawn mower and the new EGO Peak Power lawn mower, news of a third-generation mower quickly caught our attention. When we found ourselves able to test it on a nearby sod farm, we jumped at the chance. The EGO Select Cut lawn mower features an improved 1000W […]

Makita XCU09 Cordless Chainsaw

Makita Top Handle Cordless Chainsaws – XCU08 and XCU09

Can These Two New Makita Cordless Chainsaws Compete With Gas? Makita has just announced the launch of the new brushless cordless 14″ and 16″ top handle chainsaws, adding yet another layer to their already diverse chainsaw portfolio. The XCU08 and XCU09 feature a compact design, making them the ideal choice for arborists and utility workers. […]

Stihl RMA 765 V Cordless 25″ Lawn Mower Preview

On a recent visit to Waiblingen, Germany, we got a sneak peek at the Stihl RMA 765 V Cordless 25″ Lawn Mower. This marks the first cordless professional mower from Stihl, and it features a dual-blade cutting system with die-cast aluminum mowing deck. In form factor, it’s very different from the Stihl RMA 510 lawn […]

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EGO Peak Power Self-Propelled Lawn Mower Review

EGO Peak Power Self-Propelled Lawn Mower Outperforms Gas Engines We have tested and reviewed a lot of self-propelled mowers to see what the landscape looks like. In the world of battery-powered OPE, EGO stands as one of the industry’s front-runners for their high-powered and efficient 56V lineup.  Their LM2142SM EGO Peak Power Self-Propelled Lawn Mower […]

iQ power tools hard material blades

iQ Power Tools 16.5-inch Hard Material Blades

iQ Power Tools, maker of the iQTS244 dry cut tile saw , released two new 16.5-inch Hard Material Blades. These new blades work with their line of Dry-Cut Saws. The new iQ Arrayed Diamond Blades use a blend of diamond-to-metal powder ratio and concentration to let them cut efficiently through hard brick, hard concrete, and […]

Upgrading the Stereo in a Ford F-150 XLT Work Truck

When I bought my 2015 Ford F-150 I quickly searched out the best aftermarket upgrades for my new work truck. In particular, upgrading the stereo in a Ford F-150 XLT work truck would get me Apple CarPlay. Unfortunately, at the time, the 4″ stock Sync 2 radio remained the one thing I couldn’t upgrade. No […]