Sales of portable generators tend to spike around major storms, from just before to weeks afterward. But getting a portable generator up and running in a hurry often means bypassing the recommended ...

Versatility: Portable generators work well for a wider variety of tasks than a dedicated standby generator. In addition to ...

Three fuel options, serious wattage, and smart engineering make this Generac one of the most capable backup power solutions I ...

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This dual-fuel model is quiet and built to power sensitive devices and smart appliances. It’s also $1000, which makes it a ...

These are the best portable generators from Consumer Reports' tests, including top-scoring recreational and inverter generators with lifesaving features.

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Whether it’s a hurricane, an ice storm, or even a wildfire, power outages seem to be happening more often and in more places. Maybe you’re thinking about buying a generator to keep ...

Solar panels can only generate electricity; they can’t store it, so you must pair them with a stand-alone battery bank or a power station. For home emergency power (for a few hours of power), we ...