U-Box at U-Haul

U-Haul, established in 1945 by L.S. "Sam" Shoen and his wife Anna Mary Carty Shoen, revolutionized the moving industry by providing do-it-yourself moving equipment on a one-way, nationwide basis. The company was born out of a personal need when the Shoens could not find a utility trailer to rent for a move from Los Angeles to Portland, leading to their pioneering concept of affordable trailer and truck rentals. Today, U-Haul offers a wide range of moving services and is known as the largest do-it-yourself moving company in North America, broadening its services to include a unique selection of moving vehicles, self-storage units, moving supplies, and more. U-Haul is headquartered in Phoenix, AZ, and operates across the U.S. and Canada, distinguishing itself by consistently innovating and expanding its service offerings, such as through the introduction of portable U-Box containers and the convenient 24/7 Truck Share program. The company remains a significant player in the moving industry, largely due to its wide-reaching network of over 20,000 neighborhood dealers.