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Editor’s note — January 9, 2026: With severe winter weather events happening regularly this season, we recently updated this guide and checked to make sure all of our recommendations are available and ...

Portable generators come in many shapes and sizes, but we'll help you pick the best one for your specific power needs. By Nick Hilden Updated Apr 9, 2024 11:07 PM EDT We may earn revenue from the ...

Whether it's snow or ice, winter storms always carry the risk of power outages — and without access to heating, lights, and chargers, things can turn from inconvenient to downright dangerous in the ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. A portable power generator may be the very definition of a tool that one doesn't think they need — right up until they do. Whether it's for ...

The power just went out—again. As you dig around for candles and wonder whether your laptop is fully charged, you think, “I’m finally going to get a generator.” Portable generators are standalone ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more Portable generators are a great way to turn a primitive campsite into a luxury stay in ...

When the power goes out because of a hurricane, a storm, or a problem with the electrical grid, portable generators and whole-house generators will do the same important task: provide electricity ...

Ideally, you don’t use your portable generator often. But you don’t want this key piece of emergency equipment to let you down when you need it. How can you make sure your generator is always ready to ...

Q: While we were preparing for Hurricane Irma, my son told me I should not use my portable generator to power my TV and computer. Is this true? A: It's impossible to say without more specific ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." The power just went out—again. As you dig around for candles and wonder whether your laptop is fully ...