Sharing economy and travel industry pioneer, Turo, is an innovative car sharing marketplace in the UK which set out to revolutionise the local car hire industry. With reduced trains and major network rail strikes already causing pre-Christmas chaos, Turo’s launch is timely, offering Brits a unique alternative to their traditional transportation options.
Turo’s convenience and extraordinary selection of unique vehicles for rent at a variety of price points makes the service stand out from traditional car hire players. Turo has partnered with a number of car hire entrepreneurs whose fleets boast everything from classic British icons such as Mini Coopers, Jaguars, and Land Rover Defenders to more traditional Turo favourites like Jeeps and Teslas. Travellers can rent the car of their dreams when they want, wherever they want from a vibrant community of local car owners.
With the summer holidays approaching, it’s the perfect time of year to book a long, relaxing weekend away. Especially if you are wanting to stay in the UK, but also have a little break.
Whether you’re planning the ultimate romantic weekend or simply want to travel in style for your road trip, then, Turo, would be the perfect ‘vehicle’ for ramping up your staycation, by hiring a classic car to make your weekend away extra special!
Turo has partnered with a number of car hire entrepreneurs whose fleets boast everything from classic British icons such as Mini Coopers, Jaguars, and Land Rover Defenders to more traditional Turo favorites’ like Jeeps and Teslas. Travelers can rent the car of their dreams when they want, wherever they want from a vibrant community of local car owners, for a business or weekend getaway.
Cars currently available are:
Established in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, the app was the first of its kind in the US and has a global community of over two million screened travellers and 110,000 vehicles for rent.
The UK service is now live nationwide, just in time for the holiday rush. Travellers can visit www.turo.com where they can find hundreds of UK vehicles available for rent at launch throughout selected partners. The app will be available for download from the App Store and Google Play stores by the end of 2016.
About Turo
Where local car owners give travellers the perfect vehicle for their next adventure. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, Turo is a car sharing marketplace where travellers can rent any car they want, wherever they want it, from a vibrant community of local car owners. Travellers choose from a totally unique selection of nearby cars, while car owners earn extra money and help fuel their adventures.
A pioneer of the sharing economy and travel industry, Turo is a safe, supportive community where the car you rent is part of a story, not a fleet. Whether it’s an F-150 truck to help out on moving day, a Tesla for a luxurious weekend away, or a classic VW bus for a picture-perfect road trip, travellers rent the car and own the adventure.
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