Ryder Goes Hollywood with New 'Studio Truck' Rentals for Film and Entertainment Industry

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Ryder Goes Hollywood with New 'Studio Truck' Rentals for Film and Entertainment Industry

- Unique Vehicles Available for Rent in Los Angeles and Hollywood, California -

MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Ryder System, Inc. (NYS: R) , a leader in commercial transportation and supply chain management solutions, today announced that studio trucks are now available for rent to the film and entertainment industry in Los Angeles and Hollywood, California. Two types of trucks are available for rent - 16 foot trucks, also known as "16 Foot Super Cubes," and 26 foot trucks, known as "Five Tons." These trucks are equipped to handle the unique transportation needs of the film industry. Specialized equipment on the trucks include studio size lift gates, attics, jockey boxes, tow hitches to pull generators, and side doors with steps. In addition, the trucks feature crew cabs which can seat up to six people. To rent a new studio truck, contact Ryder's Hollywood rental team at (818) 566-1208.

Ryder's new studio trucks are available to rent for the film and entertainment industry in Los Angel ...
Ryder's new studio trucks are available to rent for the film and entertainment industry in Los Angel ...

Ryder's new studio trucks are available to rent for the film and entertainment industry in Los Angeles (Photo: Business Wire)


"We are excited to introduce this new product to the film industry," said Mike Gallagher, Director of Rental, West Region, for Ryder. "This offering reinforces our commitment to delivering innovative commercial transportation solutions that meet customers' unique business needs."

As a leader in the commercial transportation industry, Ryder continues to adjust to industry demands to meet customer needs. In addition to the studio trucks, Ryder remains a market leader in tractors, trailers, trucks, and sprinter van rentals for commercial transportation customers.

The Ryder rental fleet is one of the largest in the commercial transportation industry, serving customers with more than 500 convenient locations across the U.S. and Canada, staffed with a dedicated team of knowledgeable rental agents, and stocked with an inventory of close to 30,000 recent-model vehicles. All rental vehicles are backed by Ryder's Rental Service Guarantee. To rent a truck, call 1-800-BY-RYDER (1-800-297-9337) or visit www.ryder.com.

About Ryder

Ryder is a FORTUNE 500® commercial transportation, logistics and supply chain management solutions company. Ryder's stock (NYS: R) is a component of the Dow Jones Transportation Average and the Standard & Poor's 500 Index. Inbound Logistics magazine has recognized Ryder as a top third party logistics provider and green supply chain partner. Ryder has also been ranked two years in a row as one of the top 250 U.S. companies in the Newsweek Green Rankings. In addition, Security Magazine has named Ryder one of the top companies for security practices in the transportation, logistics, supply chain, and warehousing sector. Ryder is a proud member of the American Red Cross Annual Disaster Giving Program, supporting national and local disaster preparedness and response efforts. For more information, visit www.ryder.com and follow us on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter.

Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements:Certain statements and information included in this news releaseare "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Federal Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.These forward-looking statements are based on our current plans and expectations and are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions.Accordingly, these forward-looking statements should be evaluated with consideration given to the many risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results and events to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements including those risks set forth in our periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.New risks emerge from time to time.It is not possible for management to predict all such risk factors or to assess the impact of such risks on our business.Accordingly, we undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

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