by Turo
posted on May 31, 2024
Welcome to the first issue of the seasonal release, a quarterly roundup of recent host improvements and changes for Turo hosts, and a sneak peek of what’s coming up.
Automate your Tesla charging reimbursements
Hosts with Tesla vehicles can now easily review their guests’ supercharging sessions and request reimbursement right from the Turo app, saving time and energy. Connect your Tesla account to Turo today to try it out.
New permissions for your hosting teams
Now hosts can give their co-hosts permission to manage pricing and availability as well as trips.
When you invite your co-hosts to a hosting team, they can use their own logins to access the info they need while keeping your sensitive info private.
Co-hosts can be anyone who helps you run your business, such as friends, family members, employees, or other Turo hosts.
Find and finance your next car with Drivenfi
Expanding your portfolio is simple with Drivenfi, which offers car sharing compliant finance and helps find the best cars for Turo hosts. There’s an 11.9% fixed rate, plus you’ll get help from the Drivenfi team on identifying the right cars in your location from Drivenfi’s manufacturer-backed dealership network.
Recently launched
Tyre policy update
Over the winter, we made a tyre policy update to help make sure your vehicles meet safety expectations:
• Tyre maintenance issues, such as bald tyres, are strictly prohibited, and non-compliant hosts may be removed from the platform.
Host Business Tools
If you want to take hosting to the next level, find all the resources you need to excel as a Turo entrepreneur.
Motor Insurance Certificate
Remember to leave a copy of your UK Motor Insurance Certificate in your vehicle’s glove compartment as proof of coverage. It’s best to leave a copy, rather than the original document.
Earn more with new Extras
You can now offer your guests four new Extras: booster seat, stand-up paddle board, beach trolley, and fresh flowers. Keep 90% of earnings from any of the 50+ Extras your guests purchase.
Customise your pickup and return hours
Now you can set unique pickup and return hours for your home and delivery locations to better work with your schedule.
Down the road
New safety requirements after tyre issues
Starting July 1, if your vehicle is restricted due to a tyre-related issue, you’ll need to provide proof that:
• The damaged tyre was replaced or appropriately repaired
• The vehicle’s other tyres all have a tread depth of at least 4/32″ and are no more than 6 years old
New deals and discounts
Find the latest exclusive offers and deals to help you run your business. Check out deals, discounts, and car financing for Turo hosts for our full list of partners’ offers.
Connect with the host community — Share feedback and ideas, and get advice from other hosts and the Turo Support team at Turo Talk, the official Facebook group for hosts!
