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!

California requires all passengers to wear seat belts, and children under 8 must be secured in appropriate car seats or booster seats. Right turns on red lights are permitted after coming to a complete stop, unless posted signs indicate otherwise. Speed limits are strictly enforced throughout Los Angeles County, with school zones requiring extra caution during designated hours.

Long Beach Airport (LGB) provides easy access to Southern California's stunning coastal drives where a rental convertible truly shines. The year-round mild climate in Long Beach and surrounding areas like Anaheim makes open-top driving comfortable throughout most seasons. A convertible car rental from LGB lets you fully experience the ocean breeze along the Pacific Coast Highway and enjoy unobstructed views of California's scenic landscapes.

The Pacific Coast Highway stretches north and south from Long Beach, offering spectacular ocean views and beach access points perfect for convertible car rental driving. Head inland toward Anaheim and Orange County for theme parks and suburban attractions, or take Interstate 405 north to explore greater Los Angeles. The scenic route through Palos Verdes Peninsula provides dramatic coastal cliffs and upscale communities just south of the airport.

No, you don't need personal insurance coverage to rent a car on Turo. In the US, any personal insurance you may have that covers damage to the host's vehicle would kick in before your Turo protection plan. When booking a car in the US, you'll choose between three protection plans — Premier (eligibility requirements apply), Standard, or Minimum — to get the level of protection that's right for you. On each trip, you're covered with third-party automobile liability insurance provided under a policy issued to Turo by Travelers Excess and Surplus Lines Company.* In New York state, you'll also choose between Premier (if available), Standard, or Minimum. With each plan, you're covered with liability insurance of $1,250,000.* Protection plans for New York trips also include access to roadside assistance, priority phone support, and 24/7 customer assistance.

Multiple gas stations operate within a short distance of LGB airport, including locations along Lakewood Boulevard and Carson Street. The Long Beach area features numerous fuel stations from major brands, making it convenient to fill up your rental car before exploring Southern California. Additional gas stations are readily available along major routes leading to Los Angeles and Anaheim.

Take Lakewood Boulevard north from Long Beach Airport, then merge onto Interstate 405 northbound toward downtown Los Angeles. Alternatively, you can follow local surface streets through Long Beach to reach the downtown area more directly. The route offers views of the port area and urban landscape as you travel from LGB into the city center.

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.

Several toll roads operate in Southern California, including the 73, 133, 241, and 261 freeways that connect to areas around Long Beach and Los Angeles. The 91 Express Lanes also charge tolls during peak hours for faster travel through Orange County. Most toll roads accept FasTrak transponders or offer online payment options for license plate-based billing.