Tips for Your College Move
August 10, 2018
Heading back to college? Penskehttps://www.pensketruckrental.com/ offers college students 10 percent off on all truck rentals, along with free unlimited miles on one-way rentals.
<p>Here are some tips to start the school year off right:</p><p><strong>Confirm Move-in Dates:</strong> Students should first check with their college, university or landlord to confirm move-in dates and dimensions of your dorm room or apartment. Knowing that information will help you decide the best rental truck size and reservation dates.</p><p><strong>Pick the Right Truck:</strong> How do you know what size truck to rent? Penske makes it easy with an online <u><a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/moving-trucks/truck-wizard/">truck wizard</a> </u>tool. We also offer helpful moving advisors who can help with selecting the perfect truck for your move.</p><p><strong>Reserve in Advance:</strong> Do your research, because pricing is all about availability. As it gets closer to the day of pickup, there will be fewer trucks available, and that will make the prices higher. Most colleges and universities start within the same two weeks at the end of August and beginning of September. Reserve in advance for the best possible deal.</p><p><strong>Call to Verify Reservation:</strong> Students should call to verify their reservation a week before pickup and remember to bring two forms of identification – a driver’s license and the credit or debit card used for payment – as well as their student identification in order to receive the student discount.</p><p><strong>Study Hard:</strong> Lastly, don’t forget to hit the books. Good luck!</p><p><a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/discounts/college/" rel="noopener">Penske Truck Rental</a> offers new, well-maintained, reliable trucks; and 24/7 roadside assistance. There are more than 2,300 convenient truck rental locations to choose from.</p><ul class="ee-ul"> <li>Like Penske on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/PenskeTruckRental" rel="noopener">Facebook</a></li> <li>Follow @PenskeMoving on <a href="https://www.twitter.com/penskemoving" rel="noopener">Twitter</a></li> <li>Find a <a href="https://www.gopenske.com/careers/" rel="noopener">career at Penske</a></li></ul><p><em>College students are eligible for a 10 percent discount. Just present your college ID at pickup.</em></p><p><em>By Paul Rosa IV</em></p></div>
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Tips for a Great Boston Move-In
August 25, 2017
Roadways and neighborhoods in and around Boston are expected to swell as thousands of college students take part in Boston move-in, an annual rite of passage for many young adults living away from home for the first time.
<p>Traffic, often a challenge on any given day, will be complicated even more as thousands of vehicles – including many moving trucks – jockey for position on crowded, narrow, winding streets, some with low bridges.</p><p>For the Class of 2021, many who are moving to the greater Boston area for the first time, the experience can be overwhelming, so <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/">Penske’s</a> rental experts have put together some survival tips for students and nervous parents.</p><p>The first day of September has been a watershed day on the calendar because that is when more than half of the city’s rental property leases begin. The days leading up to Sept. 1 – in particular, Aug. 31 - have generally been exceptionally busy for truck rental companies like Penske.</p><p>A complicating factor this year is the move-in period coincides with the start of the school year for area children.</p><p>Eric Cowan, a district financial manager at Penske’s Braintree, Massachusetts, location, knows all too well how intimidating the experience can be.</p><p>“Like many first-time college students not from the greater Boston area, I was completely naïve to the craziness of that day. Traffic was a nightmare and backed up well before the city,” said Cowan, a 2012 graduate of Boston University.</p><p>“Parking in Boston is a challenge on any given day, so as you can imagine, this was only compounded by 5,000 students moving into the freshman dorms, most with rental trucks double parked on every main and side street in the city,” Cowan said. “Boston University did try and warn us about the situation, but we could have had 10 times more information about Aug. 31, and we still would not have been prepared for the craziness.”</p><p><img class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="98da5ead6377de7bbcc1409c0c408f90" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="424d7" type="lazy-image" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8xOTEyODMwMi9vcmlnaW4ucG5nIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTYyOTg2MzAzM30.qECILtAgUxJWxpFdzuD_ej_ssz73_b-ayBcsKoET_F4/img.png?width=980"/></p><p>Recognizing that it will be a stressful and busy time, Penske will offer some comforts to make truck pickup a pleasant experience for customers and associates alike.</p><p>“The atmosphere here is awesome. We get popcorn machines, hot dog machines. We have food because it is so busy, and customers will have to wait, so we do the best that we can to make sure they feel welcome, and we put their needs first,” said Taylor Mason, consumer development manager, Braintree.</p><p>It was an experience that resonated with Cowen and his fellow students and carried over to his role with Penske years later.</p><p>“On such a stressful day, it was nice to see a rental company doing everything they could to make at least one part of our day run as smoothly as possible. It was a well-oiled machine and knowing how great my experience was only helped me once I started at Penske,” Cowan said.</p><p>There are some key steps renters can take to make truck pickup go smoothly.</p><p>“We are very strict these days on pickup timing because we need to plan on when we can use that vehicle again. Before they pick up, we want them to have the assurance that we will have a truck here for them ready to go. We will have everything they need in order to pick these trucks up,” Mason said.</p><p>Once you have your truck, Cowan offers these <strong>tips for maneuvering</strong> around the city:</p><ul class="ee-ul"> <li>Do not take trucks on Storrow Drive or Memorial Drive in Boston. They have clearly marked low bridge signs, so please take note of these warnings. If you are headed downtown, most GPS’s will take you onto Storrow Drive, so if it is your first time in Boston, you may not know the dangers.</li> <li>Other roads to avoid include Soldier Field Road and The Fellsway. Also, remember to check every street for signs that ban trucks.</li> <li>Always take the LDW. There are enough things to stress out about on a moving day; truck damage should not be one of them. Cowan recommends renters purchase LIA coverage, especially for the Allston, South Boston and North End neighborhoods, as they have the narrowest roads.</li> <li>Double check with your landlord on when you need to move out of your old apartment and when you are able to move into your new apartment and plan your rental accordingly. Always give yourself plenty of time!</li> <li>Contact your local parking authority to see if they offer parking permits to reserve street parking. Also, be mindful of overnight parking policies.</li></ul><p>In addition, the city of Boston has provided some parking and traffic tips for students.</p><p>Need a truck for your college move? <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/discounts/college/">Penske Truck Rental</a> offers free unlimited miles on one-way moving truck rentals; new, well-maintained, reliable trucks; and 24/7 roadside assistance. College students are also eligible for a <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/discounts/college/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwquTbBRCSARIsADzW88zkEdQ1EYFiSWpEOAVpCccEGgGGAGi5OMaf7hy_Gya8G1-epE_QnxcaAnyiEALw_wcB" rel="noopener">discount</a>.</p><p><em>By Bernie Mixon </em></p></div>
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Tips to Ace Your College Move-In Day
August 17, 2017
For millions of incoming freshmen, the first toe-dip into adulting starts with planning their first college move.
<p>The process of handling the logistics of moves – in some cases, across the country – can feel daunting for some wondering where to start.</p><p><a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/" rel="noopener">Penske’s truck rental</a> experts have put together some tips to help guide anxious freshmen – and their parents – through the truck rental process.</p><p>Students should first check with their college or university to confirm move-in dates. Knowing those dates will help you when deciding on rental truck reservation dates.</p><p>Mary Kapschock, a moving advisor with Penske’s Central Reservations department for nearly 14 years, said planning early is the key to a successful move-in experience.</p><p>“Start doing your research, because pricing is all about availability. As it gets closer to the day of pickup, there will be fewer trucks available, and that will make the prices higher,” Kapschock said.</p><p>How do you know what size truck to rent? Penske makes it easy with an online <a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/moving-trucks/truck-wizard/" rel="noopener">truck wizard</a> and helpful moving advisors who can help with selecting the perfect truck for any move.</p><p>“We can go through the items that they are taking and recommend a truck size for them. A 12-ft. truck holds one to two rooms of furniture,” Kapschock said. “That is normally the truck that they go with. We nickname it the ‘dorm truck,’ because so many kids use it to move to school.”</p><p>Students should call to verify their reservation a week before pickup and remember to bring two forms of identification – a driver’s license and the credit or debit card used for payment – as well as their student identification in order to receive the student discount.</p><p>Once you have reserved the truck, it will be time to decide what and how much stuff to take with you.</p><p>Chances are if you are assigned student housing, your space may be limited. Check with your roommates to see what items everyone is bringing to avoid duplication. Don’t forget some of these <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2017/08/10/smarter-living/items-for-dorm-living.html" rel="noopener">must-haves</a>.</p><p>After you have decided what you need to bring, follow some of these “move-in day” <a href="http://www.nbcnews.com/feature/college-game-plan/ready-college-move-day-ten-tips-help-parents-teens-prepare-n622106" rel="noopener">tips</a>.</p><p>Looking to make your new space your own? Pinterest has some great boards dedicated to college moving and decorating. Check them out for <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/explore/college-moving-tips/?lp=true" rel="noopener">ideas.</a></p><p>Planning out your college move is a test drive for managing other aspects of college life, including dedicating time for studying and other major life events.</p><p>“Once you are in school, planning ahead becomes more and more important,” Kapschock said.</p><p><a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/discounts/college/" rel="noopener">Penske Truck Rental</a> offers free unlimited miles on one-way moving truck rentals; new, well-maintained, reliable trucks; and 24/7 roadside assistance.</p><p><em>College students are eligible for </em><a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/discounts/college/" rel="noopener"><em>discounts</em></a><em> of up to 20 percent. Just book your one-way rental </em><a href="https://www.pensketruckrental.com/" rel="noopener"><em>online</em></a><em> and receive a 10 percent discount and receive an additional 10 percent discount at pick-up when you present your college ID.</em></p><p><em> By Bernie Mixon </em></p></div>
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Big Move on Campus: Tips for a Successful College Move-in
August 09, 2016
College campuses are ready for the arrival of new students as the fall semester will soon begin. But before the first class, the first all-nighter, or the first exam, you’ve got to get there and move in.
<p>“The move to college is often one of the first times a student needs to rent a truck, and we’re here to help,” said Don Mikes, Penske’s senior vice president of rental. “Our rental associates in the <a href="http://www.pensketruckrental.com/contact-us/">call center </a>and at <a href="http://www.pensketruckrental.com/locations/">Penske locations around the country </a>can help guide students through the process.”</p><p>Here are a few tips for college students returning to campus:</p><p><strong>Only Take What You Actually Need</strong></p><p>Dorm rooms and student apartments are usually small, so pack only what you use regularly. Leave other items at home. Check with your college for a list of the essential items you’ll need to provide for your room.</p><p><strong>Stay Organized</strong></p><p>If possible, start packing early and keep an updated list of items that you still need so you won’t have to rush at the last minute. Clearly label each box with your name, so your stuff doesn’t get mixed up with boxes from the hundreds of other students who will be moving in at the same time! Include some notes about what’s inside each box, so you can easily sort them and identify any high-priority items. Keep any key documents that you may need during your move – such as identification, credit cards, etc. – with you so you can easily access them.</p><p><strong>Plan Ahead</strong></p><p>If you need to <a href="http://www.pensketruckrental.com/">rent a truck</a>, make a reservation as early as possible and ideally at least two weeks in advance. Summer and fall are popular times to move, so there are fewer trucks available on short notice. A 12- or 16-foot truck is usually sufficient for most college students, and Penske’s website has a <a href="http://www.pensketruckrental.com/moving-trucks/#chart">page with specifics about the capacity for each size truck</a>.</p><p>Penske offers <a href="http://www.pensketruckrental.com/discounts/college/">college students 10% off on all truck rentals</a>, plus an additional 10% discount for those who book a one-way rental online.</p><p><strong>Stay Safe</strong></p><p>When <a href="http://www.pensketruckrental.com/renting-from-penske/plan-your-move/drive/">driving a rental truck</a>, remember that it’s taller, wider and requires more stopping distance than a standard car. Be sure to know the height of your truck and watch for low bridges, tree branches or building overhangs. Pay attention to any signs warning of upcoming low overpasses, <a href="http://11foot8.com/">so your move doesn’t go viral</a>.</p><p>When you need to stop for breaks or overnight, be sure your truck is locked – both the cab and storage area – and park in a visible, well-lit area.</p><p>Planning and preparation can make it easier to transport everything you need to set up your home-away-from-home at college. You can find more information at the <a href="http://www.pensketruckrental.com/">Penske Truck Rental</a> website.</p></div>
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