Teaching Roadway Safety I recently attended the 57th Annual American Driver and Traffic Safety Education Association (ADTSEA) Conference from July 14-17. ADTSEA is the professional association which represents traffic safety educators throughout the United States and...
In today’s society, it’s becoming increasingly important to consider the environment in our day-to-day decisions; everything from “paper or plastic?” to transportation. The auto industry has focused a lot of their attention and resources into creating vehicles that...
Did someone say propane? With grilling season in full swing, the age old debate of Propane vs. Charcoal continues in neighborhoods across the country. Well, it's time to put down your swords and pick up your skewers as we give you a list of 5 benefits of grilling...
Alison, coming through, 10-4, over. I've got to admit, my first time driving a 26-foot moving truck made me feel like a 'truck driver', All I needed was my radio and trucker hat. If anyone were to give me the 'honk your horn' signal, I'd surely respond with a big...
Using a moving truck ramp sounds like a really simple task—and it is! But, if it's your first time renting a moving truck, using the ramp may be a complete mystery to you. I've heard stories about how people moved their entire home and didn't realize their moving...
Imagine driving the length of a football field blindfolded. That sounds pretty intense, right? Now, imagine you aren’t the only one out there driving on that field. There are other people driving as well. Some blindfolded, some not. Sounds like a recipe for disaster....
Does My Auto Insurance Cover Rental Trucks and Trailers? - Jonah J. from McKinney, TX Accidents can happen. Sometimes you can avoid them, and sometimes you can't. Would your auto insurance cover a rental truck or trailer? It is always important to ensure that you have...
When you're on a tight budget—as many people are these days—you want to make sure you plan ahead to avoid any unexpected costs during your move. After you reserve your moving truck or trailer rental, you'll want to calculate a budget for moving supplies. Here are a...
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is proceeding to suspend the right of a moving service company from doing business after determining that the moving company held a customer’s household goods hostage and...
When it comes to saving money during your DIY move, a moving truck rental is a great start. But, did you know that there are other things you can do throughout the course of your move to reduce costs? We all know that moving can be expensive, so save money in fuel...
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...
Brrr! It's fall and winter is just around the corner. Can you believe that some areas are already seeing some snow? If you are planning on moving in the winter, we want to make sure your move is smooth and drama-free. Here are several ways you can stay safe during the...