It's no secret that power tools have really come a long way. Not too long ago, almost every woodworking power tool (from grinders and routers to saws and planers) had to be plugged into the wall, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. While corded power tools haven't necessarily disappeared completely from the marketplace, battery power is the predominant power source in the ...

Lithium-ion batteries power today’s jobsites, but they also pose a growing fire hazard. Further education is key to moving ...

For Fire Prevention Week of 2025, the National Fire Protection Association is focusing on how to safely use Lithium-ion batteries, especially in your home. Rechargeable batteries are found in most ...

Lithium ion batteries can sometimes overheat and cause explosions and fires. (Osamu Iwasaki via Wikimedia Commons) CHICAGO (CN) — A Chinese power tool manufacturer that does business in the U.S. and ...

Lithium-ion batteries are miraculous. They’re strong enough to run a vehicle, and they can be recharged at any outlet. Their commercial debut, in 1991, and popularization over the next two decades, ...

Lithium-ion batteries power phones, scooters and electric cars — but the increasingly common energy source can spark fires so intense that they challenge veteran firefighters. The fires burn hotter, ...

Cordless tools have been making strides over the past few years, as batteries become more advanced, smaller, and lighter. Lithium ion batteries have been slowly increasing their capacity and run time ...