One thing that can easily get overlooked when planning a move is how to get your vehicle to your new home. If you go the do-it-yourself route, which can save you A LOT of money, there are a couple options: a tow dolly or a car carrier. A tow dolly lifts only the front...
Get Hitched Contest
Valentine's Day is about here, and love is in the air! Don't let your vehicle miss out on all of the romance. U-Haul is sponsoring a contest this month to help your car or truck "Get Hitched". Imagine the world of towing fun that awaits you. You can hook a...
How to Choose the Right Size Trailer Rental
When it comes to DIY moving, one of the most important ways to ensure you have an easy and smooth move is to select the right size trailer rental. Trailers can be a great option for your DIY move because they allow you to use your own vehicle. Follow the steps below...
How To Hook Up a Hitch
Do you know how to hook up a hitch? It is not a difficult process. Anyone can learn how to hook up a hitch for their trailer, but it is very important to learn how to do so properly and safely. You definitely do not want your trailer to come un-hitched when you are...
How to Park and Back Up a Moving Trailer: A Lesson from a Pro
Backing up your car while hauling a trailer doesn't have to be intimidating. All you need for success are a few helpful tips. Whether you are backing up for parking or loading, it is important to learn the proper technique. Practice makes it...
Understanding Your Towing Capabilities: An Interview with Bob De Kruyff
When it comes to renting a trailer, it is very important to have a good understanding of your vehicle's towing capabilities. We sat down with moving and safety expert, Bob De Kruyff from U-Haul to get answers to the most important questions you may have when it comes...
How to Transport your Vehicle to Your New Home
If you are planning on driving a moving truck to your new home, you are probably considering how you will transport your vehicle there too. If you don't have a few extra drivers to spare, you will need to either Tow, Ship or Store your...
Funny Towing Pictures from the Web!
Sometimes people do crazy things. For a little Friday fun, I found some funny towing pictures to share! Please be advised that we do not endorse the towing methods used in the photos below, so don't get any crazy ideas or you might end up on the...
Towing Tips from an Expert: An Interview With Bob De Kruyff
Recently, we've been sharing several tips to help you when driving, parking, and loading a trailer. We wanted to dive deeper into this subject and get answers to questions that we still had. We asked a towing expert, Bob De Kruyff of U-Haul International, for some...
Insider’s Scoop: Moving to College
It seems like the trending topic this week is moving to college. You know it's about that time when you live in a college town and all you see is U-Haul trucks! There are a lot of factors to consider when you're moving to college or moving a family member to college....
5 Must Have iPhone Apps for Moving
Your phone is probably the last thing you're worried about when you're moving. It's not needed to help psychically move your items, but there are some key apps to help make the process easier. Here are the five iPhone apps for moving we would recommend to help make...
4 Tips for Towing a Trailer
When it comes to do-it-yourself moves, preparation and safety are both key. If you are renting a trailer to move your furniture and belongings, then take a look at our top four tips for a safe trailering experience. 1. Load the trailer heavy in the front The way...