{"id":11355,"date":"2018-09-18T09:27:50","date_gmt":"2018-09-18T16:27:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/?p=11355"},"modified":"2018-09-18T09:27:50","modified_gmt":"2018-09-18T16:27:50","slug":"should-you-become-a-turo-host","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/community\/should-you-become-a-turo-host\/","title":{"rendered":"Should you become a Turo host?"},"content":{"rendered":"

The perks & the work<\/span><\/h2>\n

Hosting on Turo can give you access to serious perks \u2014 like letting your car pay for itself \u2014 though not without some personal investment. If you\u2019ve thought about sharing your car on Turo, but aren\u2019t sure if it\u2019s the right move, read on to learn the most baller benefits, and the practical considerations that will affect your hosting.<\/span><\/p>\n

The goodies<\/span><\/h3>\n

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EXTRA INCOME<\/h4>\n

The average US host on Turo makes upwards of $1,000 per month, which can <\/span>cover a car payment<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>pay for school<\/span><\/a>, or finally get you <\/span>behind the wheel of your dream car<\/span><\/a>. It also means you\u2019re earning money from your otherwise idle, depreciating car \u2014 though the cat who likes to nap on top of it might be upset.<\/span><\/p>\n

COVERAGE<\/h4>\n

So you can rest easy, <\/span>Turo offers protection<\/span><\/a>\u00a0packages that cover your car while it\u2019s being driven by your guests. Hosts <\/span>choose from three levels of protection<\/span><\/a>,* so you can opt for a large safety net or earn more by receiving less coverage. All plans in the US include $1 million** in liability insurance provided by Liberty Mutual, and each plan comes with varying levels of physical damage protection. All insurance in the US is offered through Turo Insurance Agency, LLC. And, in the rare event that something does go wrong, our Claims team is ready to help.<\/span><\/p>\n

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ALL OF THE LOVE<\/h4>\n

Being part of the sharing economy is about making connections and expanding your world. Your guests may be traveling for work or getting married, but you and your car will play a key role in making their trips memorable. Additionally, Turo hosts have a strong and vibrant community that produces <\/span>awesome friendships<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>a wealth of handy tips<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s not just about sharing the car, but also the passion. Hosts who share their <\/span>Teslas<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Porsches<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>classic cars<\/span><\/a>, and other iconic models often find that their cars attract other enthusiasts and gearheads, who are thrilled to drive them and may even be looking to buy their own.<\/span><\/p>\n

TURO SUPPORT<\/h4>\n

The feedback we get from our host community is incredibly valuable, and Turo is always building new tools to make hosting more efficient so you create even better guest experiences. From the <\/span>Host Hub<\/span><\/a>, which offers in-depth info on host performance and earnings, to the <\/span>Extras feature<\/span><\/a>, which allows hosts to add items like prepaid fuel or car seats to a trip, Turo keeps hosts\u2019 needs top of mind. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

For extra convenience, near SFO in San Francisco and LAX in Los Angeles, <\/span>Turo offers Valet<\/span><\/a>. For a small fee, hosts can leave their cars at a lot with our expert valets, who meet your guests and take photos of your car\u2019s condition for you at the beginning and end of trips to ensure you\u2019re covered in case something happens during a trip. In select cities, we\u2019ve also <\/span>partnered with delivery services<\/span><\/a>, who can deliver your car to guests on your behalf.<\/span><\/p>\n

Things to consider<\/h3>\n

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If hosting on Turo sounds great, that\u2019s because it really can be \u2014 it\u2019s even transformed some hosts\u2019 lives! \u2014 but it\u2019s also a commitment that requires care and solid time management. As you\u2019re making the decision to dive into hosting, keep these caveats in mind.<\/span><\/p>\n

KICK THE TIRES<\/h4>\n

Your car must meet a few requirements to be listed on Turo. For instance, unless you\u2019re listing a classic car<\/a>, your vehicle should be less than 12 years old and have racked up fewer than 130,000 miles \u2014 you can find <\/span>the full list of requirements here<\/span><\/a>. It\u2019s also important to keep your car in good condition to share, which means getting it cleaned, taking it in for service regularly, and staying on top of repairs and recalls.<\/span><\/p>\n

YOUR LOCATION<\/h4>\n

You can certainly be a successful Turo host anywhere, but you\u2019re more likely to get steadier bookings if you\u2019re near a metro area, and especially if you\u2019re near or can deliver to an airport. If you\u2019re interested in a particular metro area, check out the <\/span>Market guides<\/span><\/a> on our blog to get a sense of trends and how top hosts are performing. <\/span><\/p>\n

FLEXIBLE LIFESTYLE<\/span><\/h4>\n

There are some all-star Turo hosts who manage to accommodate guests while they work a full-time job, but these hosts also tend to have some flexibility with their schedule. It takes time and energy to coordinate drop offs and pick ups, as well as to stay in touch with guests in case their flights are delayed or their schedules change. Top hosts have the ability to go with the flow, and to get cars quickly cleaned and refueled before their next trip, which is also why some committed hosts <\/span>make Turo their full-time gig<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

That said, Turo also provides tools for hosts with busy schedules. You can block off dates when your car is not available \u2014 great for when you\u2019re planning to use your car \u2014 and set times of day when you can meet guests, so you only get trip requests you can accommodate. Hosts also set their own prices and requirements for delivery, so you can set a fee that covers your travel time and costs.<\/span><\/p>\n

IS YOUR HEART IN IT?<\/h4>\n

As with most satisfying life endeavors, what you put into hosting directly affects what you get out of it. Turo hosts are happy to offer timely and excellent communication, and want to meet guests\u2019 needs. 5-star hosts on Turo typically go above and beyond the basic duties of exchanging keys and pleasantries, because they care on a personal level about each guest \u2014 <\/span>some even go out to buy extra cars so they don\u2019t disappoint<\/span><\/a>! <\/span><\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re prepared to <\/span>become a host right now<\/span><\/a> or if you\u2019re not quite ready to make the commitment, we\u2019re delighted that you\u2019re considering it. We hope you\u2019ve decided that you\u2019ve got what it takes, and that you\u2019ll join our mission to put the world\u2019s cars to better use.<\/span><\/p>\n

List your car<\/a><\/div>\n

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* Protection plans vary by country. This information applies to the United States only.<\/span><\/p>\n

** Liability coverage varies by country. Hosts are covered by CA$2 million in Canada (provided by insurance partner Intact), and \u20ac100 million in Germany (provided by insurance partner Allianz).<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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