Great video. Love when people take the time to make a video and help others. This kind of thing will live on and help people for years and years.

Bro..It's 2021 and this is STILL the best video out explaining this stuff. Straight up good ass Thorough video. Really appreciate you my man. I have a 500 mile move & I'm pulling my car coming up soon. This covered it all

It's like having an uncle or Dad giving you advice. I love it! Thank you!

Almost 6 years later and this is still very helpful. Thank you so much Robert!! I’m auto transporting but the basics are still the same!!

Thank you so much for this video! I really appreciate it! I'm renting a 10ft truck with the tow dolly and driving almost 2,000 miles. Driving anything longer than my little RAV4 is super intimidating. This video may be 5 years old but it is still very relevant. I made several notes and saving this video for reference. Thank you again from the bottom of my heart!

Hey thank you so much...I really appreciate it man. I'm not scared now to drive this behemoth alone now. You saved my trip. 🖤 15' truck + tow dolly, 1400 miles in 24 hours. God help me. driving alone first time uhual. Ooooof.

Thanks a lot...am about to drive from Arizona to Ohio.I was nervous,but this video helped.

I'm so grateful for you making this video! I'm about to drive across country with a 10 ft truck and car carrier, but I've never driven a uhaul before. I really need to see how big the cab is but I'll continue to look for that. Very informative, I sure appreciate it! God Bless You!

Thanks a lot! The insurance info alone saved me $120!

THANK YOU!! for doing this. Years ago I used a 10 ft Uhaul towing a car from Georgia to North Carolina, and never checked the straps but made it fine. Now 18 years later, I am about to use a 15 ft Uhaul while towing my SUV from California to Georgia. Thanks to you, I will definitely be checking the straps. I was also concerned about having my car vulnerable to theft, since this isn't a done-in-a-day drive, but I see your solution with the locks on the chains. Very helpful and thorough video. Again, Thank You!

big help and thanks Robert- 1- just rented uhaul this weekend for a move next month and about the p/u and drop they add the clause "may not be exact location" 2-about the ins- they gave us the same info, more towards broken windshield, cracks or rocks hitting- scratches along the side 3- OIL- best tip you gave and this is something i told my wife, last thing i want is to be stuck on 95 at midnight because of no oil or temp light- im buying 4 qts (shouldnt cost more than 20) and keeping it in the cab. 20-30 bucks is worth its wgt in gold just in case something goes wrong at night time or during rush hour thanks again

Thank you for doing an excellent job. You hit on every worst-case scenario and that is what everyone needs the first time they are doing this.

Moving soon exactly what I needed to know

Great tips Robert, I will be watching it again a few more times to make sure I have it down.

My boyfriend and I are about to move just about 2000 miles, I can't express enough how helpful this video is. I'll be saving it and checking it out again if I need to remember something. Thank you for this!!

Excellent info Robert. I'm getting ready to move about 400 miles. The thing that makes me nervous is towing the car. This helps a lot.

Robert, thanks so much for this video. We are moving a 1000 mile move tomorrow and the information you provided was invaluable.

What an amazing informative video, it was so necessary. I will be moving this week. I rented the 20 foot truck. I rented the 4 wheel towing device

I know this is a super old vid but just wanted to say thank you. Very helpful tips and insights, specifically; the kind that only come from experience. Love the honesty too btw. Ramps down after 3/4 of a mile, they were hot😉. Nice!

10 years in and this is super informative thanks

Great Video. Very informative for those who may be planning a move. I would like to offer a couple of explanations to clear a couple of things up that were mentioned on the video, and try to help First, the U-Haul truck rates do vary from week to week, based on local supply, and demand of where the truck is going (excessive inventory as opposed to thin inventories) It is advised that the reservation be made as soon as you can, and if the rates go up, you are locked in. Likewise, if you look, and notice that the following week after you make the reservation, that the rate went down, just call the U-Haul Reservation line, and they will reduce your rate to that current lower rate. As far as locations, U-Haul has the most locations of Corporate Moving Centers and independent dealers in North America. When you make a reservation, it is sent to a Regional Office in your area who's job it is to schedule your reservation to a location. I know that they do all they can to send it to your preferred pick up location, but if that location does not have it, they do download it to a close location that does. (U-Haul does not have transfer drivers, so the Regional office tries to get equipment dropped off from previous rentals at your preferred location, or as close to it as possible) And as far as requesting exact drop locations, there are times that some locations cannot accept equipment coming in. This would be mostly due to allowed capacity based on available space, or even local zoning ordinances. Sometimes, they are leasing their property from developers, and they are allowed a limited number of trucks or trailers. Safemove/ Safetow coverage is optional, but always recommended. Even if your personal policy were to cover the equipment, YOU would still be immediately responsible to reimburse U-Haul for any damages incurred during a rental, then it would be your responsibility to get reimbursed from your carrier. These coverages are also nice because if something does happen, claims on your policy would be minimized, therefore, your rates may not go up. You can get more information on the coverage options provided by U-Haul @ www.uhaul.com/DamageCoverage The miles per gallon calculations are estimations for ideal driving circumstances. Many conditions can affect this number, including driving with a load, road grades, weather conditions and vehicle speed. If at the end of a rental, you still feel that the MPG was lower than what it should have been, the U-Haul Customer Service Department can assist you. U-Haul International and their members are here to assist in any way possible. From Reservations, Location pick-up, and if needed, 24/7 Road service to assist in case of a problem. Never be afraid to contact U-Haul if you have any questions about a reservation, equipment, hitch, or supplies. You can get a lot of information by clicking here: www.uhaul.com

Hello Mr. Robert, I know this video is a few year old, but I'm so grateful that you made it. I'm getting ready to travel around the same amount of miles as you did, and, well, I'm so nervous about renting a Uhaul and driving the large vehicle. However, now that I've seen your video, I have more confidence. Thank you so much for your tips! Many blessings.

OMGOODNEESS your video was so helpful. I wouldn't have know all of this if it wasn't for your video. You need to be paid by U-Haul for those people in the future that plan on traveling for like this, this way. All the RENTAL TRUCK COMPANY should use your video as a example. What great information for people like us. May God Bless you on what's to come. Good job well done Robert.

Robert, you are that dude bruh!!! I love how you always explain things so simple... Gracias mi amigo! God bless you always

Thank you so SO much for making this video. I’m a big nerd so anything I don’t get, I do research on first and this was very informative. I just got my first full time job and will be making a move from the south to the Midwest (800-900 miles) so the tips noted will definitely be used.

Hands down the best how-to video on towing a vehicle. Thanks!

16:15 ... thank you for this. So glad I took the time to watch this video. Huge mistake averted

best amount of tips I've seen in a long time....thank you Robert (wish all youtubers were as intelligent as you)

Thank you for making this video! You gave great tips to consider. Almost 8 years later and still very helpful content. Thanks again and God bless you!

God Bless you for taking the time to share tips about what to do and what not to do when renting this size truck from U-Haul. Your presentation skills were excellent! 😀 Thank you, this information is very much appreciated!

Amazing video. Very nervous to drive a moving truck while towing the car all together. The video and comments are giving me a bit of confidence!

Thanks for some good info. I am just discovering your video. I have driven the small uhaul van and the 10', but for no more than about 60mi. Trust me, I didn't know any of this stuff, I just got in and drove. Always helpful for someone who knows how to use these vehicles and in the safest manner possible. I am contemplating a move across country and I am concerned with these moving companies screwing over people and changing prices. I am a DIY kind of person , so this is extremely helpful. I am saving this video.

Cool. Thanks for watching. An in-town tow is more forgiving, mpg doesn't matter that much, and you don't have to tow a car. If the truck isn't big enough, make another trip.

Thanks for the valuable info. I am getting a 20 foot U-Haul truck instead of my original idea of a 17 foot one. I like the auto transport better than the tow dolly. I think it's safer for a long distance move.

Thanks for the tip about checking your auto insurance! I'm looking to rent a U-Haul soon, so I will definitely look into that!

Thank you. A lot of helpful information. I’ve never driven a vehicle so big and am not looking forward to driving such a big vehicle with my car hitched the back of it in 7 days 😩

I just fell in love with your humbleness! great advices too!

My family and I are moving to Virginia and we have two cars between my wife and I. She’s going to drive her S.U.V. and I will drive the UHaul towing my car. Great advice and information

So helpful! Made me realize this is not for me for my next move. You saved me a lot of time. Thank you.

Thank You for taking the time to share your observations and experience. Kind Regards!

Thanks very much for posting this video. It sounds like u-haul is typical corporate rip-off. Buyer beware ! and they make you accountable for anything that actually involves WORK.

Really good tips and advice. I'm doing this and pulling a full vehicle trailer in about a month...if closings go as I hope.... Thanks for the info !

I'm driving a 20 footer for 2 hours today. Thank you for this video!

Fantastic video ...thank you We are moving from arkansas to northern California ...2000 miles in a 26 Ft Uhaul towing a little 2 door saturn your video was very helpful !

Thankyou Robert! Another suggestion is fuel your truck in the morning rather than a end of journey because sometimes people will steal fuel out of your tank while you sleep at a motel. James

Thank you so much this information was really helpful for me and now I feel much better on moving using a Uhaul

This is the most helpful video I’ve seen on using u haul trucks with trailers. Thank you.

Fantastic video ! I always wondered how the auto dollies worked. Your descriptions of everything are so thorough and offer great details. I especially appreciate how you call attention to mistakes you made and how not to make them! Super informative and educational ! Thank you so much !!!!

Very informational.. Doing a move from South Florida to Cleveland OH Summer of 2015 and also will be using the 17' and car dolly. Thanks for the tips!

Thank you for taking the time out and giving step by step instructions I will be leaving soon heading from milwaukee to texas i have drove a u-haul before but not long distance and I do need to add the car dolly this video was helpful

Thanks for the video, I've never towed a car before and this help settle my nervousness.

Hi Mr Robert, my wife and I are going to be moving from Baltimore to Williamsburg Virginia. Your video is a really big help. We took notes and we are still in the preparation phase. Thank you again for the info.

Great Video! I'm trying to lease an U-Haul truck, and your video really help out! Thanks!

Thanks very much for such an informative video. You gave me enough confidence to strongly consider getting the car dolly!

Thank you for the infomitive video, I plan to move in about a year an a half. I have been so nervous about the moving process but this video has made me realize that I don't need to stress about it as much.I have been wondering about the car Dolly's and you made it so easy to understand, thank you so much.

Thank you! You offered some great advice. I already emailed my insurance agent! We will make sure the ramp is in too. Have a great day!

Hi again Mr Robert, My wife and I had a delay with our moving plans and had to wait about another 6 months before moving to Virginia from Maryland. Now that the move is over and we are settled in I would like to share a couple of things. 1. U-Haul told me over the phone that the truck and car towing trailer would be available and located at the closed location to my apartment. I thought that was great since U-Haul has a location approximately 2 miles from where we were living. However, the day of our move the truck was actually located 18 miles away in Baltimore City. We had to go pick it up. 2. I rented the blankets and thought they would put them in the truck. No, I had to go back and get them. 3. After loading the truck I went to load my car to the towing trailer. One of the strap rachets were not functional. I called U-Haul and they said I had to call road side assistance. I called roadside assistance and they said it would be a couple of hours before they could get to me so I was told "You would be better off taking it back to the location where you rented it." I drove the loaded truck and trailer back to the U-Haul location and they said I had to call road side assistance. I then said to the desk clerk "Road side assistance told me to bring the trailer back here", also "This is a U-Haul center and your telling me that there is no one here to fix or replace equipment?" To make a long story short we were delayed hours until getting another trailer. However, because of the delay I asked the clerk if I would be given more time on my contract because of the time loss. The desk clerk told me "No, because the faulty trailer has nothing to do with the equipment lease." What I found out was that U-Haul is a hub for renting, but, equipment coming in such as auto towing trailers and auto towing dollies etc are not inspected for proper functioning before releasing. If equipment is faulty, U-Haul finds out once there is a breakdown or the person leasing the equipment brings it back. "They are not proactive" *IF ANYONE IS READING THIS PLEASE REMEMBER TO CHECK THE EQUIPMENT YOU ARE RENTING BEFORE LEAVING THE LOT, BECAUSE U-HAUL DOES NOT CHECK EQUIPMENT BEFORE GIVING IT TO YOU*

Thank you Robert. I'm about to drive from MD to NV. Your video has helped blessed my trip. Thank you

You maybe covered for collision, but you CAN be charged the daily rental price EVERYDAY the rental is in the shop being repaired

Can't thank you enough for this super informative video. You answered all my questions, even questions I didn't know I had. And you helped me make the decision to not tow my AWD car. So glad to know everything you shared. Kudos! You should put your tips on t-shirts, I would totally buy one! :)

Thank you for posting this video. It is very informative and helpful for a cross country move I am about to make.

Thank you Robert. I'm planning a move from Nebraska to Mississippi before the end of the year. Thank you so much for this video, very informative indeed. God Bless.

Thank you so much for your voice it help me by watching your video thank you so much I'm going to rent a U-Haul to move to Phoenix Arizona and I needed to know these things and I am so glad that you made this video.

This is so helpful, thank you so much for taking the time to walk us through this. Makes me feel better about my own move.

That is such a great video as you describe everything patiently and in detail. Thank you!

Great advice. I am in the process of moving myself with U-Haul. So these were great points to be aware of. Thanks!

This information really helped me!! Picking up my U-Haul with car dolly tomorrow. Thanks.

Thanks! Quite informative. I have done multiple UHaul truck moves but have not done one with a car dolly. I tried with one move from Massachusetts to Virginia but the dolly lights did not work and I was leaving at night. I had to abandon the dolly and my van I was going to tow since I had a house closing the next morning. I had to take a bus back to Massachusetts to get my van then drive it back. Make sure those dolly lights work!

I've rented many uhauls and never experienced any of the problems Robert had. Plan better Robert 😌

This was so informative 😭 I have absolutely no idea what the heck I’m doing but I’m glad I have this to rely on, if not I wouldn’t have known it could set on fire. 💀

I WOULD CRY WITH GRATITUDE AND HAPPINESS.

It never occurred to me to check the material after it stretches. Thanks! I'm doing a 1700 km move in three weeks!

Robert, well done. Lots of useful tips that will help me in my upcoming move. Thank you.

Nice video! Very thorough! Helpful info! Keep up the good work!

You should get pay for that brother that was some good info 👍🏾

Hello Robert. Very informative video. Even though I've move a few times myself it's still good to get a review because I'll be moving again out of state around May-July time frame. Thanks for getting the word out.

Thank you Robert, this video is full of great information. I've SUBSCRIBED and look forward to your videos.

Thank you wow I'm going to move in the middle of June I better search on line and lock in a deal with U-Haul for the best prices..

Thanks so much! Moving from Florida to Vermont and this was so helpful!

Probably could of got the 10 MPG if you took off the TOW Function thats for towing around town, taking it off would of engaged Over Drive and saved you some gas. Great Video!

Thanks for the video Robert. I am only going from Houston to Dallas but I was worried about towing my front wheel drive. This was good information about the dolly. And great information about the change in market rates. I would definitely go hit with that one.

very informative...thank you Robert!

Anyone else see "ATTENTION ROUTE TIRE STRAP BEHIND THIS TUBE" Lol very good information though thank you for taking your time to help others :)

Very nice video! I will be helping my son move soon, and though I've rented U-Hauls before, I've never towed a car. This definitely saved me from making a few mistakes! Like and sub!

Just because you want to get the equipment at a specific location does not guarantee it will be there, if the person who has the equipment returns it to the wrong spot, returns it late or it has damage and needs to be downed prevents it from being rented and they will push you to the next nearest location with the equipment available just as in drop offs some places can't take certain equipment due to city laws or lot size.

Oh, I've actually lived in another country and visited about 12 others. Japan, Korea, Okinawa, Philippines, England, Spain, Italy, Turkey, Germany, Hong Kong, and Yap. Can't think of any more off the top right now. Don't go getting lost. LOL

Their room suggestions assume that you're professionally packing everything. I don't pack well so I needed a 20ft truck for my studio. 8 mpg is average. I mashed it at 70 for 400 miles

7-8 mpg sounds correct for a loaded truck, unloaded- 12 mpg. This is where they come up with 10 mpg. Its an average. It is also how you drive it. Price is always higher at the beginning and end of month. It is when people typically move. Also, here in Florida, price sky rockets during season for obvious reasons. Hire moving labor from uhauls website. I guarantee you we could have made everything fit if my company loaded it. Also, car dollies are rough on cars. Use the auto transports. It is a trailer that holds the entire car. Good for you for helping others. Also, these rental places price match. Budget is almost always the cheapest.

I never did understand why the rates are higher on the weekend (29.95 vs. 39.95), just figured Uhaul was trying to beat $10 out of you because you have a regular job LOL!.. Even a regular pickup truck gets around 12-14 MPG without all the air drag from a box truck.

Thank you for the video! It's gonna come in handy when I move soon.

really wonderful video and advice. i'm sure you've helped many people move and not even know it! be well

This is the way to do it. Your video is quite helpful. Thanks for the share. Two thumbs up from the New Yorker.

Very informative, I would advise anyone doing something similar to write up a 'pre-trip inspection list' that has all items you should be checking before you set off driving after any kind of stop, whether that be just to refuel or change drivers. Think safety first!

Thank you for being so thorough & detailed. Helped me so much. God bless you sir!

If a person reserves equipment ahead of time if one knows when be moving the price you see online for trick and auto transport if need one is the price you'll pay when you pick up equipment which won't increase meaning that price is locked in. I've always used U-Haul since 1994 to move Local or One-Way & hadn't had any issues. When I move from Texas to Iowa next June I hope not to have issues with U-Haul.

Excellent video. I wasn't gonna attempt this, but since viewing your video I think I'll give it a shot. Thanks.

You need to make sure of the Gross Weight requirements for your car insurance. Mine has a limit of 14,000 pounds, however, the truck I wanted to rent was 14060, not covered. Be careful have the Gross Weight limit. This is NOT the actual weight you are at the time of move, it is the specified limit of the rental truck.

Thanks man. This played out like a dad teaching his college kid how to set this all up. Much obliged!

😃😃😃 Thanks for the tips and for showing that to get a bigger 🚚 and I had the same problem I couldn't fit in my dinning table and had to leave it and other things behind

I just subscribed to your channel. My name is Emma Moton and I just got a job working from home reservations for Uhaul Moving and Storage reservations and the information that you have provided will help me to help the customers in moving and storage. Pray for me, my start date is Tuesday, April 1st as a part-time work at home team member. I currently work for Getaroom.com (hotel reservations and customer care) I was really inspired by your video. You did a magnificient job!