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New Makita Cordless Drill Torque Claims Raise Major Questions
Makita USA launched a new 18V cordless hammer drill, model XPH16, and its lack of a side handle led me to question its advertised torque claims. Makita says their new 18V LXT cordless drill delivers...
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New Makita 18V Battery Charger Won’t Replace Your Old One
It looks like Makita has a new 18V cordless power tool battery charger, model DC18WC. Makita is bundling this new DC18WC charger as part of their new 18V cordless hammer drill and impact driver combo...
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Milwaukee Pipeline 2023 – What do You Predict?
Milwaukee Pipeline 2023 is next week – Tuesday, August 8th, 2023. Pipeline – formerly NPS (New Product Symposium) – is Milwaukee’s annual media event where they showcase their latest tools and...
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Dewalt Cordless Snow Blower – First Look!
Here’s a first look at the new Dewalt FlexVolt cordless snow blower! The first-ever Dewalt cordless snow blower, DCSNP2142, features a brushless motor, single stage auger design, and 21″ snow-clearing...
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New Ridgid Pro Gear Drawers Tool Box – Teaser
Ridgid will be launching a new Pro Gear 2.0 XL 3-drawer tool box at Home Depot later on in 2023. This is the first expansion to the Ridgid Pro Gear 2.0 modular tool box system that launched around...
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Milwaukee M18 Fuel Cordless 1/2″ Router
Milwaukee announced a new M18 Fuel cordless router, 2838-20, which they describe as “a complete replacement for a corded mid-sized router.” The router delivers 2.25 peak horsepower, with Milwaukee...
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Milwaukee Pipeline 2023 – New Tools First Look
Milwaukee’s Pipeline 2023 media event has kicked off – here is some of what we’ve seen so far. There are some huge surprises, such as the M12 Fuel compact 18 gauge brad nailer, and M12 brushless...
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Makita’s Cordless Microwave Just Launched in the USA
In a surprising move, the Makita XGT cordless microwave launched in the USA and is available now. Makita’s cordless microwave, model MW001GZ, has an 2.1 gallon (0.28 cubic foot) capacity, 1.5 cubic...
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What is Milwaukee M18 FORGE and Why Should You Care ?
Milwaukee Tool recently showed off their new M18 FORGE battery technology, and it’s going to be a game-changer. We had been expecting to see new Milwaukee M18 batteries with Li-ion pouch cells. And,...
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Festool CSC SYS 50 Cordless Table Saw is Cheaper than Predicted
Festool finally announced USA retail pricing for their new 18V X2 (36V) cordless table saw, and it’s cheaper than I had expected! The complete Festool cordless table saw tool kit (CSC SYS 50 EBI-Set)...
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Harbor Freight Icon Pry Bar Looks to be Made in the USA
A reader tipped us off about what looks to be a new USA-made Harbor Freight Icon pry bar. This new Icon 58″ pry bar with curved tip clearly says “USA” right on its handle, although the online product...
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Ryobi USB Lithium Now has 18 Cordless Tools and Accessories
Ryobi launched their line of USB Lithium cordless power tools in accessories in January 2022, and has expanded the line a couple of times since then. Ryobi USB Lithium tools are powered by a 4V max...
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Festool has a New HEPA Shop Vacuum, CT 25
Festool has a new mobile dust extractor, CT 25, that looks to be configured as a wet/dry shop vacuum. The Festool CT 25 is designed for cleaning work, and costs quite a bit less than their other...
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New Milwaukee Bluetooth Earbuds with NRR & Jobsite Awareness Mode
Milwaukee Tool has announced new RedLithium USB Bluetooth jobsite earbuds, model 2191-21, which are said to “deliver a best-in-class jobsite audio experience. These are Bluetooth earbuds that are...
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New Husky Build-Out Tool Box System at Home Depot
Home Depot is launching a new Husky Build-Out tool box system that they say brings the best pound for pound value to the construction industry. Husky Build-Out is said to set new standards and...
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Wera 2023 Advent Calendar Tool Set is Now Available
Wera’s 2023 advent calendar tool set is now available. We got an early look at this year’s Wera advent calendar a few months ago, and it’s now in-stock and shipping at US tool dealers. Supplies are...
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Makita Launched a Smaller XGT Cordless Circular Saw (GSH05)
Makita launched a new XGT cordless circular saw, model GSH05, featuring a brushless motor and 6-1/2″ blade size. They boast that it delivers “up to 40% faster cutting speed.” The saw has features you...
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Timberland PRO Launched New Women’s Workwear Collection
Timberland PRO has announced that they’re expanding their women’s collection with new performance-driven workwear apparel, complementing their existing women’s footwear. New Timberland Pro women’s...
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New Ryobi Hand Tools are Coming to Home Depot
Ryobi recently announced a mixed bag of new hand tools for DIYers, hobbyists, and crafters. The brand launched a limited line of hand tools at Home Depot last year. But, unlike most of those...
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EGO Launched a Battery-Powered Mini Dirt Bike
EGO has launched a new cordless ride-on battery-powered electric mini-bike, model MB1505-2. The new EGO Power+ mini bike is powered by 2 of their cordless outdoor power tool batteries. It can reach a...
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