Uhaul: Smokers need not apply

Company implements nicotine-free policy

PHOENIX, Ariz. (KYMA, KSWT, KECY) - U-Haul International will stop interviewing and hiring anyone who uses nicotine products, including e-cigarettes and vaping products.

The truck and trailer rental company's new nicotine-free policy will go into effect February 1 in all 21 states where it operates.

Employees hired before the policy takes effect will not lose their jobs.

U-Haul executives expect the change to create a more healthy corporate culture.

The company currently employs some 30,000 people across the United States and Canada.