Turo accepts valid licenses (not expired, suspended, or revoked) that allow for full driving privileges; this includes driver's licenses issued outside of the US. Licenses that Turo doesn't accept in the US include any that have expired, have been altered, are conditional, probational, provisional, or restricted. Learner's permit/instruction permits are not accepted.

Exit Asheville Regional Airport onto Airport Road heading northwest, then merge onto Interstate 26 West toward downtown Asheville for the most direct route. Follow I-26 West to Exit 33 (Brevard Road/NC-191) or Exit 31 (Airport Road/Arden) depending on your specific downtown destination. The route takes you through scenic foothills before reaching Asheville's vibrant downtown core with its historic architecture and mountain backdrop.

You can get discounts and low cost car rental on Turo. On your Account page, make sure you've checked the box to receive email notifications, and enable push notifications from the Turo app in your phone settings — we'll send you occasional promo codes, discounts, and deals. Additionally, frequent travelers on Turo can get rewarded with the loyalty bonus — earn a promo code for one bonus day when you take trips totaling 10 days in a 90-day period.

Multiple gas stations operate along Airport Road and nearby Fletcher areas, providing convenient fuel options for your rental car before returning to Asheville Regional Airport. Major chains including Shell, BP, and Exxon maintain locations throughout the airport vicinity and along routes leading to downtown Asheville. Highway 280 and Interstate 26 corridors feature numerous gas stations, ensuring easy refueling during your convertible car rental adventures around the region.

The Blue Ridge Parkway accessed via Interstate 26 offers America's most scenic mountain driving with overlooks, waterfalls, and hiking trails stretching from your airport car rental pickup. Interstate 40 West leads to Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg, while Highway 25 South connects to Hendersonville's apple orchards and charming small towns. These convertible-perfect routes showcase western North Carolina's diverse landscapes from your Asheville starting point.

To rent a car on Turo, you must create a Turo account, have a valid driver's license, get approved to drive on Turo, and be 18 years old or older in the US, 21 years old or older in Australia, or 23 years old or older in Canada. In the UK, you must be 21 years old or older and have held a UK or EU license for at least one year, or another driver's license for at least two years. In France you must be 18 years old or older and have held a driver's license for at least 2 years, longer for certain makes and models of vehicles. When you're booking your first trip, you'll go through a quick approval process by entering your driver's license and some other information. In most cases, you'll get approved immediately, and you'll be set for all future road trips, day trips, and business trips!

To rent a car on Turo in the US, you must be 18 years old or older.

Asheville Regional Airport area features no toll roads, making your rental car exploration of western North Carolina completely free from toll expenses. The major routes including Interstate 26, Interstate 40, and the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway operate without tolls throughout the Asheville region. This toll-free network allows unlimited exploration from your airport car rental to downtown Asheville, the mountains, and surrounding attractions without additional fees.

North Carolina requires headlights during rain and reduced visibility conditions, with right turns on red permitted after a complete stop unless posted otherwise. Speed limits vary from 25-35 mph in Asheville's downtown areas to 70 mph on major highways, while school zones enforce strict 25 mph limits during posted hours. Always yield to pedestrians in crosswalks and maintain safe following distances, particularly important when navigating Asheville's winding mountain roads.