Staying Healthy and Fit on Your Move
July 28, 2017
Now that your Penske rental truck is packed and you’re ready for your summer move, don’t forget to take a few steps to stay healthy and fit during your road trip.
<p>Normal nutrition and fitness can take a back seat when you are distracted from your normal routine. Fast food restaurants are enticing, quick options when on the road, but they may not be the best nutritional choice.</p><p>Just like when you are at home, preparation is the key to good nutrition and fitness to maintain your health on the road.</p><p>Here are some tips to help you plan ahead:</p><p>Nutrition:</p><ul class="ee-ul"> <li>Pack a few snacks for the road, such as fruit slices, vegetables and other finger foods that everyone enjoys. Coolers are great to store snacks and keep them handy.</li> <li>Hydration is important – especially in the dog days of summer. Remember to pack plenty of water and sports drinks. Keep colorful, fun sports bottles on hand to make hydrating fun for small children.</li> <li>If rest stops or fast food restaurants are your only option, pay attention to calorie count, opt for grilled over fried, choose salads with vinaigrette dressings and avoid the creamy dressing options whenever possible.</li> <li>Here are some more <a href="https://www.fitnessmagazine.com/recipes/healthy-eating/on-the-go/healthy-snacks-on-the-go/" rel="noopener">ideas</a> on how to keep your nutrition on point.</li></ul><p>Fitness:</p><ul class="ee-ul"> <li>Stopping for gas provides the perfect opportunity for everyone to get out and stretch their legs, walk around and maybe do a set of jumping jacks.</li> <li>If your trip takes you cross-country, consider stopping at one of the nation’s picturesque <a href="https://blog.gopenske.com/rental/moving-cross-country-park-and-enjoy-the-parks/">national parks</a>. You could take a short walk or hike to take in the scenery and snap a few family photos as keepsakes of your trip.</li> <li>Planning to stay at a hotel? Check to see if they have a gym on site. Keep your running shoes handy – as well as a water bottle and towel – so you can put a dent in those <a href="https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/nation-now/2017/04/14/what-happens-to-your-body-when-you-walk-10000-steps-health-fitness/99681306/" rel="noopener">10,000 steps</a>.</li> <li>Want more fitness ideas? Check out some <a href="http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/health/how-to-exercise-on-a-long-road-trip/" rel="noopener">here</a>.</li></ul><p>Do you have some tips for staying health and fit from your summer move? Share them with us in the comment section.</p><p><em>It’s not too late to plan your summer move. 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. Are you ready to make a reservation? Visit the Penske Truck Rental website for more information.</em></p><p><em>By Bernie Mixon </em></p></div>
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Stay Safe and Don’t Pack Hazardous Materials
July 27, 2017
When packing your Penske rental truck, it is extremely important to understand what is hazardous.
<p>Most household items like clothing and furniture are completely safe. However, you should be aware of potential hazardous materials that could be dangerous or illegal.</p><p>A truck is an enclosed space, and during the summer months especially, the inside can reach high temperatures. This can be a dangerous mixture if you are transporting hazardous materials.</p><p>A general rule of thumb is that all appliances or machinery that hold gasoline or oil should be completely drained before they are loaded into a truck. You should also avoid packing any type of combustible or highly flammable items like aerosol cans and lighter fluid.</p><p>When packing items like a gas generator, lawnmower or weed whacker, make sure to drain the gasoline and oil completely until the tank is bone dry. Any amount of gasoline and oil can lead to build-up of highly combustible vapor.</p><p>There are <a href="https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/regulations/hazardous-materials/how-comply-federal-hazardous-materials-regulations" rel="noopener">federal regulations</a> that apply to operators of rental trucks as it relates to the transportation of hazardous materials. Please review and if you have questions about whether specific items are hazardous, or you have general questions about what you are allowed to pack into your moving truck, then contact your local branch of the Department of Transportation or a <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/contact-us/" rel="noopener">moving advisor</a> at Penske Truck Rental.</p><p>Taking these necessary steps is vital to the protection of yourself and your property. It is also important to your rental truck and the safety of other drivers on the road.</p><p>When packing your truck, we recommend avoiding the following items:</p><ul class="ee-ul"> <li>Aerosols</li> <li>Ammunition and guns</li> <li>Charcoal</li> <li>Cleansers containing bleach or ammonia</li> <li>Fertilizer</li> <li>Lighter fluid</li> <li>Nail polish remover</li> <li>Oil or gas</li> <li>Paint cans</li> <li>Pesticides</li> <li>Rubbing alcohol</li> <li>Antifreeze</li> <li>Fireworks</li> <li>Compressed gasses</li> <li>Signal flares</li> <li>Propane tanks</li> <li>Matches</li> <li>Fire extinguishers</li> <li>Paint thinners</li> <li>Automobile batteries</li> <li>Weed killer or pesticides</li> <li>Hazardous waste</li> <li>Marine pollutants</li></ul><p><em>By Paul Rosa IV</em></p></div>
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Make Moving Stress Child’s Play
July 24, 2017
Moving can be stressful on a family but even more so for the littlest movers.
<p>Long after the <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/" rel="noopener">Penske</a> rental truck has left the driveway, the impact of the new, strange surroundings can be pretty tough for small children.</p><p>Not only faced with a new neighborhood, but the prospect of making new friends – and for school-aged children meeting new classmates – can be a lot to take.</p><p><a href="http://www.parents.com/parenting/money/buy-a-house/make-moving-easier-on-you-and-your-kids/" rel="noopener">Parents Magazine</a> has offered some tips for parents to help children through the transition:</p><ul class="ee-ul"> <li>One of the first things parents can do is <strong>prepare </strong>children for the move. If possible, take them to the new house or neighborhood touring familiar settings like playgrounds. Also, check your local library for books dedicated to helping children adjust to new surroundings.</li> <li>Allow them to <strong>express</strong> their emotions about the move. That may mean crying and some acting out, including some temper tantrums. Those emotions may linger. It can take up to six months for kids to fully get used to the new setting.</li> <li>Limit uncertainty by keeping a sense of <strong>consistency</strong> for children. Keep a familiar family meal and bedtime schedule.</li> <li>Meeting new people can be awkward – even for adults – so give children many opportunities to <strong>meet </strong>their new neighbors. Host a housewarming party and invite children in the neighborhood. Sign up your children for activities and sports they enjoyed in their old neighborhood.</li></ul><p>Change can be hard for everyone, but by taking a few steps, you can minimize the impact for your children. Check out our <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/penskemoving/moving-with-kids/" rel="noopener">Moving with Kids</a> board on Pinterest for more tips on moving with children.</p><p>Do you have tips for parents to help children adjust to a new setting? Share them in the comment section.</p><p><em>Are you planning a summer move? 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. Are you ready to make a reservation? Visit the Penske Truck Rental website for more information.</em></p><p><em>By Bernie Mixon</em></p></div>
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5 Rookie Mistakes DIY Movers Make
July 21, 2017
Planning makes perfect, right? Well, sometimes even the best-laid plans can go awry on moving day. The experts at Penske Truck Rental want you to avoid common sense errors that can wreak havoc on your moving strategy.
<p>To keep your moving day running smooth, take note of these moving mistakes and avoid falling victim.</p><ol class="ee-ol"> <li><strong>Reserve your truck early</strong>. The truck rental process varies greatly from the rental car process. Due to supply and demand, there are fewer rental trucks available. The best way to guarantee a truck on your moving day is to make a reservation as soon as you confirm a move date. Keep in mind that end of month weekends are a popular move time because of terminating apartment leases and home settlements.</li> <li>Make sure you <strong>reserve the correct size truck</strong>. Far too often, the DIY mover under or over estimates the size truck they need for their possessions. Penske provides a great solution for determining the right size rental truck for all your belongings: <a href="http://www.pensketruckrental.com/moving-trucks/truck-wizard/" rel="noopener">The Truck Wizard.</a> The web application presents you with a checklist of items broken down by room or area of your home. Based on your selections, a truck size is recommended.</li> <li><strong>Don’t skip the furniture pads</strong>. Yes, you save money when skipping those extra furniture pads. But in the end, it’s more expensive to replace a television broken during a move than to tack on a few protective pads to your order. Visit our <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/supplies-and-services/boxes-and-supplies/" rel="noopener">moving supplies page</a> to secure furniture pads and other moving essentials.</li> <li><strong>Don’t wait until the last minute to pack</strong>. We’ve all done it; left a few items for the end that seem easy to throw into an extra box or two. Inevitably, those items add up, and we’re left frantically finding space for the odds and ends we’ve left unpacked. Do yourself a favor and avoid the last-minute panic and pack everything in advance.</li> <li><strong>Check your insurance coverage. </strong>Periodically, our renters find that their automobile insurance policy covers them for rental cars, but not rental trucks. It’s recommended that you call your insurance provider to check coverage. If you aren’t covered, you can explore <a href="http://www.pensketruckrental.com/renting-from-penske/coverage/" rel="noopener">Penske’s coverage options</a>.</li></ol><p><em>By Kim Harmsen</em></p></div>
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Help Your Fleet Beat the Heat
July 19, 2017
The heat and humidity that often accompany sun-kissed summer days can take a toll on all vehicles traveling on the nation’s roadways, but none more so than on commercial vehicles.
<p>Fleet managers, working together with professional drivers, are often charged with making sure that their fleet of commercial vehicles are able to stand up to the sometimes challenging seasonal elements.</p><p><a href="https://www.pensketruckleasing.com/" rel="noopener">Penske Truck Leasing’s</a> maintenance experts have put together some tips for fleet managers to help keep their fleets summer ready as we enter into the dog days of summer.</p><p>A good first step would be to understand how heat and humidity impact the systems in commercial trucks.</p><p>Newer engines found into today’s commercial units, as well as after-treatment systems, generate a considerable amount of heat on their own. Couple that with the amount of heat that radiates off asphalt and roadways and that magnifies the amount of heat even more.</p><p>The heat can have an impact on cooling and air conditioning systems as well as on tires. The increased humidity in the air can have an impact on air brake systems, and the increased humidity in the air leads to more moisture in the system.</p><p>With that in mind, Penske’s maintenance experts suggest the following steps to keep commercial units in top condition:</p><ul class="ee-ul"> <li>Professional truck drivers should preform pre- and post-trip inspections of the unit to detect any issues.</li> <li>Check tire pressure more frequently. Use a gauge and check when the tires are cold.</li> <li>Heat decreases the life span of accessory drive belts like fan belts, and systems that are belt-driven by the engine such as the AC compressor and alternator. Inspect belts for cracks and wear. Make sure they are adjusted at the correct tension specified by the manufacturer.</li> <li>Maintaining your batteries is critical. With today’s newer emission engines, the placement of battery boxes under the cab and all of the aerodynamic components - especially with sleepers - battery failure rates as are high or higher in the summer as they are in winter. This should be a maintenance item that receives attention all year long.</li> <li>It is a good practice at all times – but especially in the summer – to make sure to pressure-wash the fins of radiators and air conditioning condensers to make sure you remove the bugs and grime. You want to make sure that the surface is clean to keep good air flow through it.</li> <li>At the regularly scheduled maintenance, make sure to pressure-test the entire coolant system, to check for leaks and make sure to test the cap at the same time.</li></ul><p>The key to keeping fleets in top condition year-round starts with a regimented preventive maintenance program based on time, miles and one that is specific to the type of vehicle and its usage.</p><p>Penske offers a variety of maintenance options to help keep your fleet and business moving. We can customize a contact maintenance program to meet your specific fleet needs. For more information, contact one of our helpful maintenance <a href="https://www.pensketruckleasing.com/contract-maintenance/talk-to-an-expert/#form" rel="noopener">experts</a> or call 1-844-376-4099 to learn how Penske can help you.</p><p><em>By Bernie Mixon</em></p></div>
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New Recruiting Website Takes Home Honor
July 13, 2017
Accepting the award are Tamsin Bencivengo, manager of employment brand (left), and Ron Schwartz, director of staffing services.
<p>Penske Truck Leasing’s new recruitment website for its Management Trainee (MT) program was recently recognized by the DirectEmployers Association for “recruitment marketing excellence.” Penske’s website won the award as part of the 4<sup>th</sup> Annual DirectEmployers Member Awards Competition.</p><p>“I congratulate our teams from human resources, marketing, rental and supporting vendors for their strong collaboration in making this website a success and a stand-out among other large-scale brands represented at this event,” said Jennifer Sockel, senior vice president of human resources at <a href="https://www.gopenske.com/" rel="noopener">Penske Truck Leasing</a>.</p><p>The new responsive website was created to help attract candidates for Penske’s <a href="http://moveforward.penske.jobs/#main" rel="noopener">Sales and Operations Management Trainee program</a>. It features visually interesting infographics, career paths information and video testimonials from existing associates.</p><p>DirectEmployers is a non-profit member-owned and managed association that helps companies meet federal compliance regulations while also advancing online recruitment initiatives. Direct Employers hosts the MT site and will soon host Penske’s careers site.</p><p>Visit <a href="http://moveforward.penske.jobs/" rel="noopener">http://moveforward.penske.jobs/</a> to learn more about management trainee opportunities at Penske Truck Leasing.</p><p><em>By "Move Ahead" staff</em></p></div>
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Penske Logistics Honored as Great Supply Chain Partner
July 11, 2017
For the seventh consecutive year, Penske Logistics is recognized by SupplyChainBrain as a Great Supply Chain Partner. Each year, the online supply chain management resource selects the top 100 suppliers from a competitive field of nominations.
<p>“Our six-month online poll of supply chain professionals requires a qualified response, asking them to nominate vendors and service providers whose solutions have made a significant impact on their company’s efficiency, customer service and overall supply chain performance,” said Brad Berger, Publisher of SupplyChainBrain.<img class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="2bc5f82901b0f260a7b2c5e7756e22ac" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="f2d38" type="lazy-image" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8xOTEyODI4MC9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTYxOTczNjcwOH0.2q5HsuqLEpM8l-JmM6poKYFTXqPLAPWEWx4ylZoyrCo/img.jpg?width=980"/></p><p>This is the latest in a string of accolades for Penske Logistics in 2017. Lowe’s honored Penske with a Gold Carrier Award for outstanding customer service and advanced supply chain solutions, Nissan recognized Penske with a Zero Emission Leadership Award for CO2 reduction efforts, PPG gave Penske the Excellent Supplier Award for superior performance, Food Logistics magazine named Penske a top Green Provider and Inbound Logistics magazine featured Penske as their Green Supply Chain Partner.</p><p>“We appreciate this recognition from SupplyChainBrain’s editors, readers and our customers,” said Marc Althen, president of Penske Logistics. “We’re thankful and proud of all our associates who work hard to deliver results that consistently bring us top industry and customer recognitions like this one.”</p><p><em>By "Move Ahead" Staff</em></p></div>
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What’s Happening in the Auto Sector? CAR MBS Knows.
July 10, 2017
Penske Logistics, a leading provider of automotive logistics and supply chain solutions, will once again be among the top sponsors of The Center for Automotive Research Management Briefing Seminars (CAR MBS) held July 31 through August 3 in Traverse City, Michigan.
<p>The four-day event features a series of seminars focused on the future of the global automotive industry. Executive management from automakers and suppliers along with representatives from the financial community, academia, labor, government, and the business and automotive press will be in attendance.</p><p>“We’re excited to be back at CAR MBS,” said Joe Carlier senior vice president of global sales at Penske Logistics. “Significant changes are happening in the auto sector. These changes will have implications for how supply chains and logistics networks continue to deliver the value automakers and automotive suppliers need. This event really provides insight into where the industry is headed in the near- and long-term.”</p><p>Penske is sponsoring the sales forecast session: <a href="http://www.cargroup.org/mbs/schedule/north-american-market/" rel="noopener">“The North American Market: Sales and Production Footprint”</a> August 1 from 8 a.m. to noon. Speakers include representatives from DENSO International America, Inc., Eaton Vehicle Group, Original Equipment Suppliers Association (OESA), UBS,<strong> </strong>IHS Markit, and LMC Automotive.</p><p>Visit Penske’s booth and its representatives in the exhibit hall to learn more about its automotive logistics and supply chain solutions.</p><p><em>By "Move Ahead" Staff</em></p></div>
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The importance of supply chain management in boardrooms has accelerated in recent years with no end in sight. This in turn is fueling rapid growth among companies like Penske Logistics. In fact, the third-party logistics industry continues to grow at a much faster rate than the overall economy.
<p><strong>Careers</strong></p><p>In the <a href="http://www.3plstudy.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">2016 Third-Party Logistics Study: the State of Logistics Outsourcing</a>, recruiting firm Korn Ferry forecasts that the demand for supply chain jobs will continue to increase.</p><p>All of this has relevance to careers and opportunities for enterprising young people looking to be in a hot field that offers quick career growth. Colleges have picked up on this trend in recent years, and have started adding degree programs in logistics and supply chain management.</p><p>And yes, firms like Penske directly recruit from these programs. But what if you didn’t major in supply chain management? What if you majored in one of the STEM disciplines (science, technology, engineering and mathematics)?</p><p>Now is a great time for STEM graduates to <a href="https://www.gopenske.com/careers/" rel="noopener noreferrer">seek out a career in supply chain management.</a> So let’s consider how skills obtained in a STEM program might apply nicely to a supply chain career.</p><p><strong>Problem Solving</strong></p><p>In logistics our challenge is to find the best way to accomplish a given task. For example, how can I deliver fresh sandwiches on a daily basis to every store in a convenience store chain, using the fewest trucks and drivers?</p><p>Or maybe a consumer goods manufacturer wants to know how many warehouses they would need to serve every zip code in the United States, within 24 hours of an order being placed? And along the way, they’ll want to know how much space they would need in those warehouses, to support a given volume of business.</p><p><strong>Data Science</strong></p><p><img class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="925fe9e7a8200584692d1238216c06f1" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="777ba" type="lazy-image" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8xOTEyODI3OC9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTY2MTY4OTQyM30._avrZugSqZgkvYBC4xGXH0mEcNYUI4L7cPGM3RcZhEE/img.jpg?width=980"/></p><p>Today our customers want a<a href="https://www.penskelogistics.com/technology/clearchain-technology-suite/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> lot more information than just a recap report</a>. Of course they want to understand what’s happening in their supply chain day-to-day. The best corporations want 3PL partners who leverage data, to predict what might happen tomorrow and beyond. They’re looking for an edge, and within all the data lies opportunity.</p><p><strong>Automation</strong></p><p>The future of the supply chain field includes more automation, robotics, artificial intelligence, machine learning and the Internet of Things. Yes, logistics processes have improved dramatically in recent decades, but they are far from defect-free so we have to leverage the power of automation to continue industry advancement.</p><p>In closing, let’s review the top four reasons that STEM graduates would be well served to consider a career in logistics and supply chain management.</p><ol class="ee-ol"> <li>Supply chain management is relevant to virtually every industry vertical, so the pool of prospective employers is significant</li> <li>The need for physical goods and services, and the necessity to optimize these flows, won’t ever go away</li> <li>Supply chain management combines tactical execution and strategic thinking, an amazing training ground for anyone building a career</li> <li>Corporate boards are well aware of how important these factors are, so a path to senior management awaits talented young supply chain professionals</li></ol><p><em>This blog post was written by</em><em> </em><em>Andy Moses, senior vice president of global products for</em><em> </em><em><a href="http://www.penskelogistics.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Penske Logistics</a>.</em></p></div>
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Penske Logistics has been awarded new business with Detroit Diesel Corporation to support the company’s engine, transmission and axle supply chain operations in Redford, Michigan.
<p>“This new contract is a significant uptick in domestic business with Detroit Diesel,” stated Marc Althen, Penske Logistics president. “It represents a new chapter in our companies’ long history.”</p><p>Penske will provide <a href="https://www.penskelogistics.com/solutions/warehousing-and-distribution/warehouse-operations/" rel="noopener noreferrer">warehousing</a> and <a href="https://www.penskelogistics.com/solutions/transportation-services/dedicated-contract-carriage/" rel="noopener noreferrer">dedicated contract carriage services</a> for the inbound portion of their operations, which includes sequencing and kitting operations. On the outbound logistics side, Penske will manage a NAFTA consolidation center.</p><p>Jeff Allen, head of operations at Detroit Diesel, also shared: “This partnership is just one more expansion of our historically great business relationship. We are excited to leverage that history and expand our partnership to both the supplier and customer side.”</p><p>Globally, Penske Logistics also provides Detroit Diesel with international <a href="https://www.penskelogistics.com/europe/solutions/transportation-solutions/freight-forwarding-solutions/" rel="noopener noreferrer">freight forwarding</a> and other supply chain services.</p><p><em>By "Move Ahead" Staff</em></p></div>
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