(NAPSA)—New college graduates may have the whole worldat their feet, butfirst they haveto get their feet—and everything else—out of the dorm and into their old homeornewplace. To help makethattransition little smoother,the experts on movingat Penske Truck Rentaloffer 10 tips: 1. Plan ahead. Determine how long it'll take youto get to your destination— andthen addinextra timefor the unexpected. Take into account the time of day, likely traffic patterns andstops. There are a few things you should keepin mind whenit’s time to pack upand moveoutof college andinto the world. 2.Reserve a moving truck in advance. For most students, a 12- or 16-foot truck is right for the job. Just remember, yourenotthe only one movingout. Tryto reserve the truck and any accessories—boxes, packing tape, bubble packing material, moving blankets, hand trucks and so on—at least two weeks before you plan onleaving. 3. Try it before you drive it. Before youload up anddrive away, familiarize yourself with the truck’s switches and gauges. Adjust the seat andside mirrors so they match your height and comfort zone. Remember,it’s likely to betaller, widerandheavierthan the vehicle you're used to driving. That means you may haveto drive more slowly and carefully, particularly on turns.Also, be aware that trucks haveoversized blindspots. Know ance and credit card companies won't cover truck rentals. You may want to sign up for additional coverage options to protect yourself and yourbelongings. Next,if you runinto a problem, remem- berthat you can call Penske for 24/7 roadside assistance. 6. Pack the back properly. Load the heaviest itemsonthetruckfirst. Always bend yourknees andlift with yourlegs, never your back. 7.Dont pack everything. Things you may need to grab in a hurry— paperwork, credit cards, identification, achangeofclothes, drinks and snacks— should be kept close at handin a travel bag with youin the cab. 8. Share. See if someone you know is going your way. Sharingthe ride can where theseare. help you save money, time andeffort. guage from the U.S. Department of Transportation that prohibits the “car- Penske Truck Rental is the exclusive truckrental partner of AAA andoffers a discountto all AAA members. 4. Make sure you understand the rental agreement. Most include lan- rying or hauling of explosives andother dangerous articles.” That means you can't pack paint, chemicals and cleaning materials, flammable solvents, propane, gasoline andthelike. 5.Be prepared for emergencies. First, you should knowthat most insur- 9. Lookfor discounts. For example, 10. Park thoughtfully. Park the truck in well-lit areas only and keep a padlock on the rear door. Learn More For more useful moving tips, call (800) GOPENSKE or see www. PenskeTruckRental.com.
