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Investigations Launched After New Year’s Day Attacks Involving Turo Vehicles

Two deadly incidents on New Year’s Day raise questions about safety protocols of Turo following attacks in New Orleans and an explosion in Las Vegas.

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Updated: Jan 2nd, 2025, 11:05 PM ET

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On New Year's Day, two fatal incidents involving Turo-rented vehicles have prompted investigations into the peer-to-peer car-sharing platform. An attack in New Orleans killed 14, while a Tesla Cybertruck exploded in Las Vegas, claiming the driver's life. Both incidents are being investigated independently by authorities, with no confirmed link found between them. Turo has stated that the individuals involved had undergone background checks, and reiterated its commitment to safety. The incidents have sparked discussions on the adequacy of security measures in peer-to-peer rental models.

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