Truck & Van Rental
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Overview
Truck rental companies provide cargo vans, pickups, and box trucks for moving, delivery, and hauling needs.
With DIY moving popular and gig delivery growing, truck rentals generate revenue of $200,000-$700,000 with 35-50% margins.
The business requires truck fleet (cargo vans, pickups, box trucks), rental location, insurance, mileage tracking, and pickup/drop-off coordination.
Services include moving truck rentals (10-26 foot), cargo van rentals, pickup truck rentals, one-way moving rentals, equipment rentals (dollies, blankets), and business delivery vehicle rentals.
Revenue through daily rates $30-$150 plus mileage.
Success factors include strategic location near residential areas, fleet of various sizes (cargo van to 26-foot), partnering with moving labor services, one-way rental capability for moves, and competing with U-Haul, Penske, Budget.
Marketing focuses on DIY movers, delivery drivers, contractors, and small businesses.
With DIY moving and delivery gigs strong in 2025, truck rental offers utility vehicle opportunities serving movers and businesses with truck investment barrier.
Required Skills
- Fleet management
- Truck maintenance
- Mileage and fuel tracking
- Insurance and liability
- Reservation systems
- One-way logistics
Pros and Cons
Pros
- DIY moving and delivery demand
- Higher rates than passenger cars
- Business and contractor recurring use
- Multiple vehicle size options
- One-way rental premiums
Cons
- Truck fleet investment
- Competing with U-Haul dominance
- Abuse and damage risks
- Maintenance and repairs
- Mileage costs and management
How to Get Started
- Acquire truck fleet (vans, pickups, box trucks)
- Secure rental location
- Get commercial insurance
- Implement reservation and mileage system
- Stock moving equipment
- Market to DIY movers and businesses
- Consider one-way rental network
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