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!

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.

The Pikes Peak Highway stands as Colorado's most iconic drive, winding through alpine terrain to America's Mountain summit with breathtaking views. Garden of the Gods Road connects you to the famous red rock formations, while the Gold Belt Tour Scenic Byway leads through historic mining towns like Cripple Creek and Victor. These Colorado Springs routes showcase the diverse beauty surrounding the airport area, from dramatic rock formations to mountain vistas.

Colorado requires all drivers to carry valid insurance and a driver's license, with international visitors needing an International Driving Permit alongside their home country license. Mountain driving demands extra caution due to elevation changes and weather conditions that can shift rapidly throughout the day. Familiarize yourself with Colorado Springs traffic patterns and parking regulations, especially in downtown areas where metered spaces and time limits apply.

Some hosts offer unlimited distance for a trip; others set a daily distance limit — you'll need to check on each rental car individually to see if this service is provided. On the vehicle pages, you'll see the total miles or kilometers you're allowed to drive under the heading "Distance included." You can find cars offering unlimited mileage with every trip by using the "Unlimited distance" filter.

Renting a sports car rental at Colorado Springs Airport puts you behind the wheel of high-performance vehicles perfect for exploring Colorado's dramatic mountain highways and scenic byways. The region's winding roads through Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak offer thrilling driving experiences that showcase a luxury car's capabilities. Sports car rental provides an elevated way to experience Colorado Springs' stunning landscapes while enjoying premium comfort and style.

Take Airport Road east from Colorado Springs Airport, then merge onto Powers Boulevard heading south for a direct route into the city center. The drive takes you through residential areas before connecting to major arterials that lead to downtown Colorado Springs. Your rental car provides the flexibility to explore both the downtown area and surrounding attractions at your own pace.

Colorado Springs Airport area features primarily free highways and surface streets, with no major toll roads affecting most local travel routes. E-470 operates as a toll highway in the Denver metro area, but this won't impact your driving around Colorado Springs and nearby attractions. Most popular destinations from the airport, including Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak, are accessible via non-toll routes through the Colorado road network.

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.