Stock up now on winter storm essentials like shovels, generators and cold-weather clothing to stay prepared for the next ...

Days before last weekend's winter storm arrived, I began getting anxious about the possibility of an ice storm and major ...

Blackouts happen, and generators can make them a lot less awful. But what kind of generator do you need, and how powerful ...

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

A solar generator can be a lifesaver during natural disasters or power outages. Here are the two we recommend buying for both small- and large-scale use.

These editor-tested models are ideal for camping, tailgating, or powering tools when you’re too far from an outlet.

These are the best inverter generators. These inverter generators are pricier than portable models but run longer and more ...

Portable generators have become fairly common and their popularity will likely increase as extreme weather events become a more regular part of daily life. Anyone who lives in a suburban area often ...

Nothing is worse than losing power in the middle of winter because of a raging snow storm. Not only are you without electricity, but your heat and refrigerator stop working, leaving you to scramble ...

Portable generators are popular choices for people who want a backup plan in case they lose power in severe winter weather ...

If you live where electrical outages don’t happen often—or the power typically is restored in a few hours—there’s no need to buy a home standby, or stationary, generator. Those units cost between ...