If you regularly use a Makita drill, you'll probably have to change the bits frequently. Here's how to do that and also what to do if a bit gets stuck.

In many cases, a lightweight drill that can do the job is much more suitable, like the Makita XFD11ZB 18V LXT® Lithium‑Ion Sub‑Compact Brushless Cordless 1/2" Driver‑Drill. When it comes to ...

Readers had a variety of suggestions for the best way to upgrade/replace/recycle the old NiCd battery pack from a still-usable Makita drill.. I asked the folks at battery pack designer Nexergy to read ...

Two standout models are the "Makita Corded SDS-Plus Rotary Hammer Drill with AVT" and the "18V LXT Lithium-Ion 1/2 in." Cordless Hammer Driver/Drill tops our lists for their reliability, as well ...

Makita's GPH01D Hammer Drill Hits the Power-Portability Sweet Spot It is on the heavy (and expensive side), but the return on investment is undeniable. By Roy Berendsohn Published: Nov 18, 2021 6: ...

A cordless drill is a handy tool to have around, but it can do a lot more than drill holes. Here are some interesting attachments that go beyond your typical set of bits. My 18v Makita drill has ...