U-Haul Holding Company (NYSE: UHAL, UHAL.B) generates a steady flow of news through its U-Haul moving and storage operations, insurance subsidiaries and real estate activities. As parent to U-Haul International, Oxford Life Insurance Company, Repwest Insurance Company and Amerco Real Estate Company, it issues updates that touch on transportation, self-storage, insurance and capital markets topics.
News about U-Haul often highlights its role as the No. 1 choice of do-it-yourself movers, its large fleet of trucks, trailers and towing devices, and its extensive network of more than 24,000 rental locations across all 50 states and 10 Canadian provinces. Releases also describe the company’s position as the third largest self-storage operator in North America, with over a million rentable storage units and tens of millions of square feet of storage space at owned and managed facilities.
Investors and observers can expect coverage of quarterly financial results, dividend declarations on the Series N Non-Voting Common Stock (UHAL.B), participation in investor forums, and operating metrics for the moving and storage segment. The company also issues frequent announcements about its U-Haul Growth Index, ranking states, metros and cities by net gains of one-way customers, which it presents as a gauge of migration trends.
Another recurring news theme is U-Haul’s disaster relief efforts, where it offers 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box container usage to communities affected by floods and other natural events. Updates on new repair shops, facility openings or changes, and community programs also appear. This news page brings these developments together so readers can follow how U-Haul Holding Company and its UHAL.B share class are evolving across moving, storage, insurance and real estate activities.
U-Haul is offering 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box container usage to victims of tornadoes that devastated Rogers and Bentonville, Arkansas; Claremore and Pryor, Oklahoma; and Valley View, Texas. The assistance includes access to dry and secure storage rooms and portable storage containers. This offer is available at eight U-Haul facilities across the three states. U-Haul emphasizes its commitment to community support, particularly in times of natural disaster, and collaborates with the American Red Cross as an official Disaster Responder. Affected residents can contact their nearest participating U-Haul facility for more information.
U-Haul announced plans for a new, state-of-the-art retail, moving, and self-storage facility in North Buford, GA, set to be completed by spring 2026. The facility will feature over 800 climate-controlled storage units, truck and trailer sharing, and various moving supplies. The project, which will create 30 jobs, highlights U-Haul’s commitment to sustainability with eco-friendly initiatives such as Adaptive Reuse and U-Box Load Share. U-Haul aims to support local job growth and continues to be recognized as a top employer for veterans.
U-Haul Co. of North Austin is offering 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box container usage to families affected by the recent tornado in Temple, Texas. Thirteen facilities are participating in this initiative, providing essential storage solutions to help with recovery. The offer is available for new rentals and based on availability but excludes residential delivery and pick-up. U-Haul is also a recognized American Red Cross Disaster Responder, emphasizing its commitment to aiding communities during disasters.
U-Haul has acquired a former K-Mart building in Germantown, Memphis, converting it into a new U-Haul Moving & Storage of Germantown facility. The 13.7-acre site, bought on May 1, now offers nearly 1,000 self-storage units. U-Haul plans to add 200 more units and provide additional services, including truck rentals, moving supplies, hitch installation, and propane exchange.
The facility is the ninth U-Haul store in Memphis and will operate seven days a week with varying hours. U-Haul aims to hire up to 15 local employees, prioritizing veterans. The acquisition aligns with U-Haul's Corporate Sustainability initiatives, emphasizing adaptive reuse of buildings and promoting green programs like the Take A Box, Leave A Box initiative and a storage re-use center.
U-Haul has acquired the former StoreEase Self Storage facility at 2752 Blanding Blvd., Middleburg, FL, to expand its services in Clay County. The 11-acre property now operates as U-Haul Moving & Storage at Black Creek and offers 534 self-storage units, including indoor climate-controlled rooms. Additional services include moving truck rentals and green initiatives like the Take A Box, Leave A Box program. The facility is managed remotely by U-Haul Moving & Storage of Middleburg-Lakeside, located 6 miles away. Operating hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. U-Haul emphasizes community convenience and sustainability, with programs aimed at reducing waste and improving fuel economy.
U-Haul is offering 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box container usage to residents affected by the recent storms in Greater Houston. This initiative covers 33 U-Haul stores, including 21 within Houston city limits. The offer is based on availability and applies to new rentals. The severe storms on May 16 caused extensive damage, prompting U-Haul's disaster relief efforts. For more information, residents can contact the local participating U-Haul stores.
U-Haul's U-Box Load Share program has been honored as a 2024 Champion of Change for its innovative and environmentally friendly approach. Recognized on May 16 at the DoubleTree Resort in Paradise Valley, the program is designed to support the gig economy by allowing customers to tow another family's portable moving container, reducing the need for freight tractor-trailers. This initiative has completed over 35,000 Load Shares, offering cost savings, enhancing safety, and promoting sustainability. U-Haul's commitment to shared-use products and environmental responsibility has earned it multiple awards, including the 2023 Best in Biz Awards gold winner for Most Environmentally Friendly Service of the Year.
On May 17, 2024, U-Haul announced that nine of its stores in southern Louisiana and southeast Texas are offering 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box container usage to residents affected by severe weather, including thunderstorms and flash floods. This initiative aims to assist communities during their recovery process by providing dry and secure storage options. The offer is available to new customers and is subject to storage availability. However, the free U-Box offer does not include residential delivery or pick-up of containers. For more information, residents are encouraged to contact their nearest participating U-Haul facility.
U-Haul Holding Company (NYSE: UHAL, UHAL.B) announced it will release its fourth-quarter fiscal year 2024 financial results on May 29, 2024, after market close. The company will also hold an investor conference call and webcast on May 30, 2024, at 8 a.m. Arizona Time (11 a.m. ET). The event will cover detailed financial performance and outlook. Investors can listen to the webcast online.
U-Haul is offering 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box container usage to the displaced tenants of Jolie, The Pines, and Villa Norte apartments in Shreveport, Louisiana. The city has ordered utilities to be stopped on May 31, forcing residents to vacate. U-Haul's Northern Louisiana president, Warren Iles, announced that U-Haul Moving & Storage of Downtown Riverfront will provide this service to those affected. The offer is based on availability and applies to new rentals. For more information, tenants can contact U-Haul at the provided address and phone number.