The average active owner on Turo\u00a0made over $400 per month to start 2015, but some superstars have found the tricks to make even more with their car. If you’re looking at renting out your car for extra income, or you’re looking for\u00a0ways to optimize your listing to make as much as possible, check out these insights from the Turo\u00a0data team.<\/p>\n
Which type of car gets the most searches on Turo? Convertibles.<\/p>\n
When travelers\u00a0are searching for the perfect vehicle for their next adventure, the single most common feature filter selected is convertible. There is less demand in cold climates and winter months, but if you’re looking to choose your next car based on how much it can earn on Turo\u00a0and live in a warm climate, a convertible is a likely winner.<\/p>\n
Who wouldn\u2019t want to cruise around Atlanta in Kalin\u2019s Mazda MX-5 Miata? Zoom zoom!<\/p>\n
When people are traveling to glamorous cities like Los Angeles, Miami, and New York, they don’t want to drive around in an old Pinto; they have high-class tastes. Luxury vehicles outperform other categories consistently.<\/p>\n
When you\u2019re touching down for a vacation in Hollywood or Miami Beach, how would\u00a0you want to get around? I would pick a high-end ride like Kyle\u2019s Audi A4. And according to the data, I\u2019m not alone.<\/p>\n
Gas prices have been creeping back up, and on the West Coast, Californians have long dealt with some of the highest gas prices in the country. Travelers\u00a0know about those gas prices too, and the data shows us that California visitors\u00a0prefer hybrids more than anywhere else in the country.<\/p>\n
Californians, if you want to make a smart financial decision when buying your next car, you can do better than just saving on gas. Earn more than the average member by listing your new hybrid on Turo.<\/p>\n
Mardi Gras brings over a million visitors to New Orleans each year. Spring break brings tons of revelers to beach towns around the Gulf of Mexico. Those people are coming to party and explore the city, and they need a car to get around.<\/p>\n
Turo\u00a0data shows that whenever there is a large event that draws in a lot of people to any city, the demand for rental cars spikes. Consider making your car available in Vegas for March Madness, or listing an extra set of wheels in San Diego or Los Angeles when it\u2019s time for Coachella. Be ready to profit from the influx of people to your city by making sure your car is available and ready for delivery when tourists arrive.<\/p>\n
Every region has different peak seasons. People want to ski in Colorado in the winter. They want to see the leaves change colors in New England in the fall. They want to head to the Jersey Shore on hot summer days. And no matter where they are, people want to visit family on Thanksgiving and Christmas.<\/p>\n
Peak season and holidays might not be as convenient for you to drop off your car to a guest, but those are the days you’re most likely to have a traveler\u00a0pick your car. Be available as often as possible, particularly during the holidays, to maximize your profit no matter what car you own.<\/p>\n
The average Turo\u00a0member earns over $200 each month renting out their car, and people who follow these tips can make even more. Our data analytics team is always searching for insights to help you earn as much as possible, and we’ll continue to share useful tips as we discover them.<\/p>\n