Katie Collins is a managing editor for CNET overseeing coverage for home energy, utilities, renewable energy, solar energy, climate issues, electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids, EV charging ...

Originally bought as an extra vacuum for quick clean-ups in between full home cleans, the very best cordless vacs are now good enough at cleaning to replace your corded vacuum. Beware, though: only a ...

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For just $250, you can own a powerful, cordless Dyson, one that's lighter than most of the other Dyson models but packs nearly the same punch. If you're looking to add a cordless vacuum to your ...

With one of the best cordless vacuums you can clean all around your home without tripping over a power cord or having to constantly swap between outlets. While going cordless used to mean poor ...

The cordless electric chainsaw is an essential tool for homeowners who manage and maintain trees on their property. Going electric, rather than using a heavy-duty gas-fueled model, comes with a ...

In fact, cordless impact wrenches have a tremendous advantage: mobility. Rather than being tied to a compressor with an air hose, these tools can easily go wherever they’re needed. We tested a ...