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Whether you are moving across town or across the country, navigating the logistics of a do-it-yourself move can be both a challenge and an adventure.

For some, a change in season inspires a change in surroundings, and for others, a growing family or career motivates a move to a new home.

Our new Penske Truck Rental website has tips and tools to help first-time and experienced movers alike make the most of their moving days.

“We recognize for some moving can be a stress-filled experience for families. Our Penske Truck Rental website has resources to manage the logistics of the move,” said Kevin Malloy, senior vice president, Penske Truck Rental.

“We have information to help you choose the perfect truck and tips to make sure your moving day is a great experience,” Malloy said.

Key features of our new website include:

An updated look and feel with your needs in mind.

A streamlined customer experience, making it easy to find content during each phase of the journey.

A more intuitive way to book a truck online in fewer steps.

Plan Your Move

Our interactive planning timeline provides a roadmap to help you make decisions at key time intervals to prepare for packing loading and driving your rental truck.

Determine the right truck size and view our truck videos, so you can select the perfect truck for your move.

Download our Penske Truck Rental App to access our Location Finder, receive a quote and complete your reservation in the app, access helpful how-to videos and loading guides and connect with our 24/7 roadside service team.

Penske Truck Rental offers free unlimited miles on all one-way truck rentals, discounts for AAA members, college students and members of the military as well as packing supplies and 24/7 roadside assistance.

Ready to make a reservation? Visit the Penske Truck Rental website for more information.

By "Move Ahead" Staff

With the busy moving season in full flight, Penske Truck Rental has a refreshed fleet ready to meet consumer demand.

Each summer, millions of families navigate do-it-yourself moves in the weeks between the Memorial Day and Labor Day holidays.

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Whether this is your first time moving out of college, or you’ve mastered the art of the end-of-semester haul-out, let the experts at Penske Truck Rental be the first to recommend some tips and tricks for a successful moving experience.

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On average, a military family moves, or receives a Permanent Change of Station (PCS), every two to three years. And while it may be a familiar process, the logistics of a move can still be daunting.

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Where did I pack this? What’s in this box? How do I put this together? Where’s the remote?

While moving can be an exciting opportunity, it can easily become overwhelming.

From color-coded storage bins to planning a packing supply center, Penske Truck Rental has a few moving hacks to help make things a little easier.


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Before getting behind the wheel of your rental truck, use these tips from Penske Truck Rental to help get you from point A to point B without the worry.

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When it rains, it pours – but it doesn’t have to disrupt your commute. If you are wary of wet weather conditions, you are not alone, and Penske Truck Rental can help.

Read on for tips to ease your wet weather woes, courtesy of our friends at AAA.

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A first-time mover? Penske Truck Rental has you covered – from truck selection, destination arrival and everything in between.

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After a busy year packed with papers, projects and final exams, plus all the other stressors that come with being a college student, it’s high time for a well-deserved break. That’s why the experts at Penske Truck Leasing are here to help take the stress out of college move-out day.

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Military families are accustomed to moving – on average, every two to three years.


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From the time he was four years old, Joe Dezotell knew he wanted to grow up to become a soldier and serve his country.

Now, the retired U.S. Army veteran helps military families navigate the challenges of military moves as a Rental Support Coordinator with Penske Truck Rental's specialized Military Call Center.

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When you're moving into a new home, it's important to find the right tools for the job. Each moving situation is unique and requires a different approach, so these tips from Penske Truck Rental's moving experts will give you a better idea of what you'll need to move with ease.

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Pack – load – unpack – repeat.

Do-it-yourself movers know this cycle all too well.

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Moving with a full house? Embrace the challenge by making it enjoyable for everyone – especially if little ones and furry friends are involved.

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Many Americans will take advantage of the long Fourth of July weekend to move to their new homes. Penske Truck Rental offers these tips for a safe, happy and patriotic move.

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The busy summer moving season is an attractive time for thieves who prey on unsuspecting consumers.

When planning a move – across town or across the country, Penske's security experts encourage consumers to be selective when it comes to hiring a moving company and taking extra precautions when performing a do-it-yourself move.

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Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, Penske rents thousands of trucks to movers across North America. While some movers take the do-it-yourself approach, others hire professionals to deliver their belongings safely and securely to their new homes.

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Snowflakes falling on trees often create picture-postcard winterscapes, but snow and ice-covered roadways can also make driving hazardous for Penske Truck Rental's do-it-yourself movers.

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