News

We get a lot of landscaping news that covers everything from new zero turn mowers and gas-powered tools to hand tools and UTVs. Since we review hundreds of new tools each year, manufacturers send us information early. This may include info on brand new tools and products, or it may concern an accessory or new technology. Often, our news page includes the latest mower, blower, or trimmer that just became available to your local dealer or retailer.
Landscaping News and Events
Throughout the year we also attend many trade shows and events, including the Green Industry Expo (GIE). Here, we report on brand new tools and products that are changing the landscaping and heavy equipment industries. As technology changes—including the introduction of more and more cordless tools to the Pro landscaping industry—we’ll keep you posted. These industry changes impact your ability to service particular municipal and residential landscaping properties. As a result, staying atop new developments keeps you and your company informed.  

Vibes Audio Accessories for Kyocera DuraForce Pro 2

Vibes Audio Accessories Extend Function and Battery Life with Modular Case System I was a big fan of Kyocera’s DuraForce Pro when it came out and the DuraForce 2 made some genuinely helpful improvements. One big step is their compatibility with Vibes Audio accessories. How Vibes Audio Accessories Connect While all of the Vibes Audio […]

Are Street Legal ATVs Coming To A City Near You?

Cities in Washington Beginning to Allow ATVs on City Streets “ATV” stands for “all-terrain vehicle,” but it’s not often that we get to ride them on all terrains…at least not legally. City streets are still off-limits for driving ATVs for most of the country. However, that state of affairs is actually changing for the residents […]

Has Black and Decker Released a New Car Engine Modification?

The Short Answer is “No”… The longer answer is that when police in Sydney, Australia pulled over a man recently for a random breathalyzer test, they not only found a car with tires that had seen better days and blacked-out tail lights that might or might not have been strictly legal, but also a curious […]

Greenworks Commercial Expands Landscaping String Trimmer Lineup

3 New Commercial Models Expand the Greenworks 82V Line In an effort to make the Greenworks Commercial 82V Landscaping String Trimmer line more customizable for the end user, the brand has released three new models. The 82T16 Brushless Front Motor String Trimmer and the 82TB16 and 82TB18 Brushless Bike Handle String Trimmers join an already […]

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 […]

More volts better? How Much Power Do I Need

Volts, Amps, Watts, and Ohms Law: Is More Voltage Better for Lawn Equipment?

As lawn care and OPE (outdoor power equipment) continue their shift into more cordless products, the landscape isn’t easy to navigate. Bigger gas engines mean more power. Higher battery voltages seem to be what Pros and consumers look at as an equivalent measurement. The problem isn’t quite that simple, though. To help settle the argument, […]

The Future of Outdoor Power Equipment: A Conversation with Makita

The Future of OPE Looks Quiet and With Fewer Emissions We jumped on the horn with a team of experts from Makita to talk about the future of OPE. Why Makita? They’re one of the leaders in cordless technology with more than 40 years of cordless tool expertise, but they go much deeper than that. […]

Best New Milwaukee Tools

Best New Milwaukee Tools From NPS19: Top 10 Countdown!

We thought we had a pretty good handle on what to expect from the 2019 edition of Milwaukee’s New Product Symposium. As usual, they had some surprises up their sleeves. Check out our picks for the best new Milwaukee tools from NPS19 and let us know what you’re itching to get your hands on most! […]