A security deposit may, in Getaround's sole discretion, be required on a per-Trip basis to guarantee the payment of any reservations, extensions, charges, taxes, fees, or fines applicable to the Guest's use of the car during that Trip.
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Standard FeesGetaround currently charges a 40% commission on all trips booked, which commission is applied to the initial reservation price and any trip extensions, and which Guests pay directly to Getaround. Each trip extension is processed as a new trip and is billed separately from the initial booking.
In short, Getaround typically provides consumers the best value, with Turo following closely behind. If you prefer gas included, Zipcar may be your best option, but the cost of gas doesn't make up for the difference in cost.
Getaround cars can be cheaper and more convenient than traditional rental cars. They're sprinkled throughout cities, so you're not tied to airports, tourist areas or normal brick-and-mortar hours to rent vehicles. But Getaround isn't always better, and as a rental car alternative, it does occasionally bring challenges.
A well-priced car can bring in hundreds of dollars each month. As a Host, you take home 60% of the rate set for your car. Getaround's commission helps covers insurance while the vehicle is rented, 24/7 support, driver screening, and our platform costs.
According to the same AAA report, owning a car can set you back $10,663 on average. Compare this to the average Uber price, coming in at $0.80 per mile. Assuming you'll travel 10,000 miles per year (a common average for commuters), you'll pay about $8,000 a year, making Uber slightly cheaper.