{"id":48423,"date":"2019-05-03T13:26:39","date_gmt":"2019-05-03T13:26:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/?p=48423"},"modified":"2025-04-06T14:37:53","modified_gmt":"2025-04-06T14:37:53","slug":"rental-truck-comparison","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/rental-truck-comparison\/","title":{"rendered":"Rental Truck Comparison | U-Haul, Penske, Budget, and More"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>When you&#8217;re planning a move, choosing the right rental truck is a must. <strong>Rental truck comparison<\/strong> can help you find the best option for your needs, whether you&#8217;re looking for affordability, truck size, or availability. With so many options available, it&#8217;s important to understand the differences between rental truck companies. In this <strong>rental truck comparison<\/strong>, we look into top options like U-Haul, Penske, Budget, and Enterprise. Make an informed choice and move with ease.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moving home or relocating your business can be stressful at the best of times. From choosing a new address to deciding what to take with and what to leave behind, you\u2019ll face many different decisions. On top of that, you have to decide whether you want to hire a full service moving company, a storage container, or simply a truck. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re doing a DIY move, hiring a truck is usually the best option, especially if you (or someone involved in the move) has sufficient experience in driving trucks. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To make the process easier for you, <strong>Nationwide Auto Transportation <\/strong>compiled an overview of some of the top truck rental companies to help make the decision easier for you. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-8f365c39e8e43a4c8405bddc13cc7fbf\" id=\"h-what-to-look-for-in-a-company\" style=\"background-color:#13365e\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>What to Look for in a Company?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although choosing a rental truck company seems simple enough, there are many things to consider. Here are some aspects to bear in mind:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Truck Sizes:<\/strong> The size of the rental you choose is very important, as it will determine not only the price, but also the number of trips you will have to complete. You want to be sure that your truck is just the right size for your move &#8211; not too big, and not too small. It\u2019s a good idea to speak to a consultant who can recommend the correct truck based on the size of your home.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For an authoritative and up-to-date breakdown of different truck rental features and rates, the U.S. Department of Transportation\u2019s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration provides resources to help you understand moving company regulations and your rights as a consumer. Check out their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fmcsa.dot.gov\/protect-your-move\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">Protect Your Move<\/a> program for essential tips and checklists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/budget-truck-rental-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Budget: Independent Review<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-background\" id=\"h-price-and-availability\" style=\"background-color:#5dbb48\">Price and Availability<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Pricing:<\/strong> Nobody wants to spend more money than necessary on a move, which is why it\u2019s important to find a company with a transparent pricing policy, rather than just a company that advertises cheap trucks.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/relocation-assistance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Relocation Assistance: Will your company pay?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Availability:<\/strong> It goes without saying that companies with many locations and large fleets of trucks will have a higher number of trucks available, which means you\u2019re more likely to secure the truck you need on the date you need it. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Equipment:<\/strong> When you need to transport an ATV or garden equipment, you may not want to include it in the truck. However, most truck rental companies offer additional trailers. Some offer <a href=\"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/3-ways-move-a-car\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">car transportation<\/a> trailers, but it&#8217;s important to weigh up the cost and <a href=\"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/car-shipping\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">safety of towing a car<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/dually-truck\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dually Truck Owners in the <\/a><a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/car-hauling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Car Hauling<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/dually-truck\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Industry<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/cargo-insurance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cargo Insurance: 5 Important facts about auto transport insurance<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-9974288e133deb496f410c0d63769335\" id=\"h-reviews-of-the-four-biggest-rental-companies\" style=\"background-color:#13365e\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Reviews of the four biggest rental companies<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Nationwide Auto Transportation<\/strong> completed reviews of the four biggest rental companies, as well as PODS (Portable On Demand Storage) to help make choosing the right moving company just a little easier. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Screen-Shot-05-03-19-at-12.14-PM.png\" alt=\"truck rental comparison\" class=\"wp-image-48424\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out our independent rental moving truck reviews on these pages:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/blog\/uhaul-truck-rental-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">U-Haul Truck Rentals<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/blog\/rental-truck-comparison\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Penske Truck Rentals<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/blog\/budget-truck-rental-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Budget Truck Rentals<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/blog\/enterprise-truck-rental-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enterprise Truck Rentals<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/pods-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PODS Container Rentals<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Before deciding on a truck for your move, it&#8217;s beneficial to compare fuel efficiency and environmental impact. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) offers insights into vehicle emissions and fuel economy that can help you make an informed decision. Visit the <a href=\"http:\/\/epa.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">EPA&#8217;s Green Vehicle Guide<\/a> to learn more about your potential rental truck&#8217;s environmental performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019d love to hear from you! Please tell us about your most recent moving experiences in comments below.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-cc233eaa6dc55fb39ef912c72505b8a0\" id=\"h-truck-rental-woes-contact-nationwide-auto-transportation\" style=\"background-color:#13365e\">Truck Rental Woes? | Contact Nationwide Auto Transportation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing the right truck is key to a smooth move. Whether you&#8217;re considering U-Haul, Penske, Budget, or Enterprise, <strong>compare rental trucks<\/strong> and find the best option for your budget and needs. <strong>Book your auto shipping today<\/strong> with Nationwide Auto Transportation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t wait \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/contact-us\">book now and move with ease<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span> Nationwide Auto Transportation compiled an overview of some of the top truck rental companies to help make the decision easier for you. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":48376,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[699,700,1090,111,23,1],"tags":[4685,4658,5541,4693,4692,4828,4687,4676,4915],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/48423"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=48423"}],"version-history":[{"count":11,"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/48423\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":117754,"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/48423\/revisions\/117754"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/48376"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=48423"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=48423"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautotransportation.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=48423"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}