Ryobi is a manufacturer of popular power tools, many of which are powered by rechargeable batteries. The company got its start in the 1940s, making die-cast products in a modified soy sauce warehouse.

A cordless Ryobi power drill drilling into wood - astudio/Shutterstock In 1943, the manager of Mitsubishi Electric's Fukuyama Works asked Ryobi's founder, Yutaka Urakami, what he thought about die ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The Ryobi timeline reveals a long and storied history behind the tool giant, with its exploits dating all the way back to late 1943.

With the right attachment, Ryobi's brushless multi-tool can be used on a variety of materials, including wood, drywall, plastic, and metal. Ryobi tools have a reputation for providing a balance of ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you're thinking of building a cordless tool collection, or even considering adding to an existing inventory, Ryobi is a solid, cheap ...