Where To Rent A Semi Truck

Renting a semi truck is a constant practice in the trucking industry. Truck drivers lose money if their truck sits dormant for long, so offering it for rent or lease gives them an opportunity to make some money with their substantial investment. Finding a semi truck to rent is not difficult if you know where to look.

Craigslist

For renting, owning or buying just about anything, few places are as good as Craigslist. Simply searching and browsing "semi trucks" and "rent or lease" pops up a huge list of selections. Many offer long, detailed descriptions and several full color photographs which beats traditional newspapers. Also, Craigslist makes it easy to get in touch with the owner and offer a degree of record keeping with an exchange of messages. This gives an advantage in case of dispute or even litigation.

Commercial vendors

Renting or leasing from a commercial vendor has costs and benefits. These vendors depend on your locale, but a quick internet search or asking the chamber of commerce should net you a dozen choices. Commercial vendors are professional and, unlike private owners, have the process of truck rental down to a science. These vendors usually guarantee a truck is clean, maintained and running well, and likely offer several choices on the lot itself. Also, these companies can usually give different lengths and types of contracts, so you can rent or lease a truck as long as you need. Some even have rent-to-own options. However, these commercial vendors cannot usually match the price of private vendors, since their overhead (and experience) is far greater.

Renting or leasing a truck offers you a new way to make an income. Researching options, looking in several places and inspecting the truck itself can net you a great deal.

Finding a semi truck to rent is not difficult if you know where to look

by Denise Oliver, Auto writer