Turo, a peer-to-peer car-sharing platform based in San Francisco, finds itself at the center of scrutiny following its vehicles' involvement in two tragic incidents on New Year’s Day: a deadly attack in New Orleans and an explosion in Las Vegas. Both events, which resulted in multiple casualties, saw vehicles rented through Turo being used by the perpetrators.

The fatal incident in New Orleans involved Shamsud-Din Jabbar, who drove a rented Ford F-150 pickup truck into a crowd celebrating the New Year, resulting in 15 deaths and many injuries. Turo confirmed that the truck was rented using its app, and stated, "We are heartbroken to learn that one of our host’s vehicles was involved in this awful incident" ([USA Today](https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2025/01/02/turo-car-rental-app-new-orleans-truck-las-vegas-cybertruck/77396939007/)).

Hours later, a separate incident occurred when a rented Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas. The vehicle, reportedly containing fireworks and gasoline, detonated with severe consequences, leading to the driver's death and injuries to seven others. Las Vegas officials confirmed that this vehicle was also rented through Turo ([CBS News](https://www.cbsnews.com/news/new-orleans-attack-tesla-cybertruck-explosion-trucks-rented-turo/)).

Turo, which operates similarly to Airbnb but for cars, allows individuals to rent out their vehicles to others. Since its launch in 2010, it has become a popular alternative to traditional car rental agencies. Users must be at least 18 years old and provide valid identification to rent a vehicle ([AP News](https://apnews.com/article/what-is-turo-cybertruck-explosion-new-orleans-attack-1a8d5f5bb8dcdeed32e17a5efe4296af)).

Following these incidents, Turo has pledged to cooperate fully with law enforcement and expressed its heartfelt condolences to the victims and their families. The company is under pressure regarding its safety protocols and renter screenings, as FBI investigators have stated there is "no definitive link" between the attackers, despite the similar circumstances of the incidents ([Indian Times](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/what-is-turo-how-car-sharing-app-became-central-to-new-orleans-attack-and-las-vegas-blast-company-responds/articleshow/116868055.cms)).

Both vehicles used in the attacks raised alarms regarding the effectiveness of Turo's safety measures, particularly since investigations indicated no prior criminal backgrounds for either renter. This has led to a broader conversation about the risks associated with peer-to-peer car-sharing services.

As the investigation continues, Turo is committed to reviewing its risk management practices and maintaining the highest safety standards for its users. The company’s response to these events will be closely watched as it aims to restore trust among its community of hosts and guests.

For further information on Turo's operational framework and the ongoing investigations, visit [CBS News](https://www.cbsnews.com/news/new-orleans-attack-tesla-cybertruck-explosion-trucks-rented-turo/).