Power Tool News & Opinion Editorials

News & Opinion

Whether it’s cold hard facts or editorials by our professional staff, Pro Tool Reviews tells it like it is. We deliver a steady stream of power tool news for the construction and housing industry. Hopefully, this will keep you abreast of what’s happening in the construction industry. Our industry insights, articles, and editorials cover construction industry topics affecting professional tradesmen and business owners. If you’re in the construction business—no matter if you work on the jobsite or in the office—you need to know what trends and tools are shaping the work you do. Our team delivers both news & opinion to keep you up to speed and ahead of the curve. Because of this, you can be in the know with respect to OSHA regulations, modern construction methods, and therefore any other developments taking place that could affect your work. While our power tool reviews and hand tool reviews let you know what’s hot from the manufacturers. For everything else, you’ll want to stay tuned to our news and opinion editorial coverage.

January 23, 2026 0

How Your Tool Collection Can Get You Through Winter Storms

by Noelle Howe

At the time of writing, a severe winter storm is threatening much of the South, Midwest, and East Coast of […]

January 21, 2026 0

Milwaukee at World of Concrete: What’s Hitting Shelves in 2026?

by Noelle Howe

World of Concrete is officially underway, which gives us a good look at what we can expect from a variety […]

January 20, 2026 7

What Was the Most Popular Tool in the Year You Were Born?

by Noelle Howe

Our reader base is made up of people from all generations, from veteran retired Pros to the greenest of DIYers. […]

January 19, 2026 0

Self-Healing Batteries on the Horizon for Tools and EVs

by Clint DeBoer

Battery technology usually doesn’t fail on a spec sheet—it fails on the jobsite. Drops, heat, vibration, high current draw, and […]

January 17, 2026 0

How to Open Clamshell Packaging: 6 Curse-Free Methods

by PTR Editorial Staff

Clamshell Packaging Sucks, But These Life Hacks Make it Easier to Open Knowing how to open clamshell packaging remains one […]

January 15, 2026 0

Vote Now to Help Your Favorite Tool Brands Reach the Top!

by Kenny Koehler

Your Voice Determines Which Brands Earn the Win in Pro Tool Reviews’ Annual Fan Survey We enjoy testing and reviewing […]

January 13, 2026 0

While XGT Dominates, Makita’s 18V LXT System is Still Evolving

by Kenny Koehler

When Makita launched its 40V max XGT system, I thought it would be treated similarly to other high-voltage systems. They […]

Latest and Upcoming Lithium-ion Battery Technology Advancements

January 12, 2026 0

Watch Out for These Upcoming Lithium-ion Battery Technologies

by Clint DeBoer

We’ve covered graphene batteries, which use nanotechnology to allow lithium-ion batteries to recharge in minutes rather than hours. The future looks […]