Top 10 Mistakes New Turo Hosts Make

New Turo hosts often stumble with pricing, insurance, and guest management. Here are the top 10 mistakes beginners make and how to avoid them to protect your profits.

How Taxes Work for Turo Hosts: 1099-K, Write-offs, and Record-Keeping

Introduction: Taxes Are Part of Hosting Hosting on Turo can be profitable, but the IRS views your payouts as taxable income. Whether you’re casually renting out one car or running a small fleet, you’ll need to understand how income reporting works, what deductions are available, and how to

Luxury vs Economic Cars: Which Makes More Profit in the Car Rental Business?

An economic car may seem like the obvious choice for a rental fleet. But when parking space, time, and staff are limited, a luxury vehicle can generate three to eight times more revenue with the exact same effort.

Amazon vs Carvana: Who Will Win the Online Car Sales Battle?

Amazon Autos is challenging Carvana and CarMax in online car sales. Who has the edge in trust, inventory, and convenience? Find out here.

Amazon Autos: You Can Now Buy Cars Online with Amazon

Amazon launches Amazon Autos, letting you buy new, used, and rental cars online. Available in 130+ U.S. cities with Hyundai, Hertz, and more coming soon.

The Hidden Costs of Late Returns in the Car Rental Business (And How FleetBold Changes the Game)

Late returns aren’t just about waiting a little longer. For Turo Hosts and car rental businesses, they create chain reactions that lead to lost income, canceled trips, and unhappy guests. FleetBold’s Late Return alerts transform this problem from an unpredictable headache into a manageable workflow.

2030 Ban on ICE Rental Cars in Europe: Environmental Goal or Anti-Market Move?

The EU may require rental companies to purchase only electric vehicles by 2030. A bold climate move — or a restriction on market freedom?

AI for People or as a Person? The Debate Shaping Our Future

Microsoft’s Mustafa Suleyman warns AI should be built for people, not as a person, while Anthropic explores AI welfare. Is there a third path?

Why Congress Could Soon Decide the Future of Turo Hosts

Congress is being asked to set clear national rules for peer to peer car sharing. This explainer breaks down what is happening, why it matters for hosts, and how a federal fix could change day to day operations.

Repossessed for Renting on Turo: The Clause Every Host Forgets to Read

She wasn’t behind on her car payments. Not even a day late. But while her Turo guest was out having lunch, the car was suddenly repossessed. This isn’t fiction it’s a growing risk for hosts who skip the fine print. Here’s what happened, and how to protect your fleet.

Waymo & Avis Robotaxis: What It Means for Turo Hosts and Car Rentals

Waymo and Avis are bringing robotaxis to Dallas in 2026, shaking up the future of car rentals, Turo hosting, and the growing car sharing economy. Is your fleet ready?

Fentanyl Found in Turo Rental: A Wake-Up Call for Hosts Who Skip Inspections

A Turo guest was detained at the border after fentanyl was allegedly found in the car. Here’s why Turo hosts must stop skipping vehicle inspections — before it’s their problem.

Top 7 Mistakes Tesla Turo Hosts Make (And How to Avoid Them)

Introduction If you’ve ever delivered a Tesla to a Turo guest, you know it’s not as simple as handing over the keys. These cars are beautiful, high-tech and unforgiving when something goes wrong. A cracked glass roof, a drained battery, a guest doing deliveries without permission… All of

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Turo’s Crossroads: Growth, Profit, and the Risk of Losing Its Power Hosts

Turo scaled by empowering hosts but now risks losing them. As financial pressure mounts and loyalty erodes, can Turo avoid the same fate as Uber and Airbnb before them?

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The Truth Behind Why Turo Crushed Getaround and Zipcar

Turo didn’t just outlive its competitors it dismantled them with a strategy built on international demand, host-led expansion, and scalable growth. Here’s how they won the car sharing war.

Car Sharing Is Changing: How Turo’s New Metrics Are Breaking the Host Community

Turo rose by empowering its host community. But new performance metrics and pressure systems are now alienating the very people who built the platform.

Power Host? Not Anymore. And the Reason Makes No Sense

July 15, 2025 redefined what it means to be a top host on Turo. While some celebrated reaching Power Host status, others saw their rank slip many for reasons they consider unfair. Here's a deep look into what’s really going on.

Why Risk Scoring Through Telemetry Is the Future of Embedded Insurance

Embedded insurers are losing ground not because of rising claims, but because they fail to predict risk. Telemetry can change that. FleetBold is building a smarter way to rate guest behavior—and the entire rental ecosystem benefits.

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US Car Rental Prices Are Rising in 2025: What It Means for Turo Hosts and Car Sharing Operators

The car rental market in the US is shifting again. As prices rise and travel patterns evolve, Turo hosts and carsharing entrepreneurs need to stay ahead of the curve. Here's what’s happening and how FleetBold can help.

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Sixt Lawsuit Shakes Car Rental Industry: A Win for Turo Hosts

After Sixt agreed to an $11M settlement over unfair damage charges, trust in traditional rental companies continues to fall. Turo Hosts now have a unique opportunity to win over frustrated renters.

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Hertz AI Damage Scandal Drives More Renters to Turo

Hertz’s controversial use of AI scanners to detect microscopic vehicle damage has sparked backlash. For Turo Hosts, this marks a golden opportunity to welcome frustrated renters seeking a more transparent alternative.

Why We Do Celebrate 4th of July: The History You Didn’t Know

The Fourth of July isn't just about fireworks and hot dogs. Discover the real story behind America’s Independence Day and the lesser-known facts that will change how you see it.

Turo Bookings Now Synced with Supercharging Sessions

Tesla Supercharging Sessions Are Now Linked to Each Turo Booking From now on, FleetBold will automatically match every Supercharging session with its corresponding Turo trip. When you open any booking inside the app, scroll down to Booking Details — and there it is. ✅ See the charging session tied to that exact

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Tesla Pairing Issue? Lets Fix it

Trouble pairing your Tesla with FleetBold? Learn how to fix key card verification, Tesla app access issues, and complete your setup in minutes.