By If you already own a trailer, you may be closer than you think to starting a trailer rental business. A lot of people assume they need a full fleet or a huge operation to get started, but that is not always the case. Sometimes one well-maintained trailer is all it takes to start bringing in…
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January Host of the Month: Austin- Building a Trailer Rental Business at 23
Some businesses start with a big plan. Austin’s started with something a lot of people can relate to: life got expensive, times got tough, and he needed a second income that didn’t require living at work. That’s when the trailer rental business came to mind. “I was working an absurd amount of overtime, trying to…
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Towlos Success Story: The Pilot Who Runs His Trailer Business From the Cockpit
Tyler’s not your typical small business owner. He’s a full-time pilot, which means he’s either in the air, preparing for a flight, or recovering from one. Home time? Limited. Free time to meet customers or shuffle paperwork? Even more limited. But Tyler also has a thing for equipment. Trailers, machinery, anything with wheels and a…
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Trailer Rental 101: Your Complete Guide to Renting the Perfect Trailer for Any Job
Whether you’re moving furniture, hauling equipment, or tackling a weekend project, trailer rental is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to get the job done without buying a trailer of your own. But if you’ve never rented a trailer before, the process can feel a little overwhelming. The good news? It’s actually pretty…
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Starting a Trailer Rental Business: How Maggie Built Hers From the Ground Up
Thinking about starting a trailer rental business but not sure what the first step even is? You’re in good company. Before she ever bought a trailer, Maggie, towlos’ marketing coordinator, felt the same way. She’d seen tons of successful hosts on the platform, and finally decided it was time to jump in herself. Here’s the real…
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Corporate Fleet Expansion vs. Peer-to-Peer Networks: Competing Visions for Specialty Vehicle Transport
U-Haul’s decision to invest millions in developing and manufacturing their new Toy Hauler represents more than just product development – it embodies a fundamental business model philosophy about how to serve specialty vehicle transport markets. The debate of U-Haul vs peer-to-peer trailer rental highlights this contrast: their corporate fleet expansion approach stands in sharp opposition to the…
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towlos Tip: Know When to Say No—And When to Help Out
As a towlos host, being helpful is a great quality. But just as important is knowing when to help—and when to set boundaries. You’re not just sharing a trailer—you’re running a business. And part of running a successful business is protecting your equipment, your time, and your peace of mind. So, when is it okay…
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