Turo Customer Disassembles Rented Tesla

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【Summary】A Tesla owner rented out his car on Turo and discovered through the onboard cameras that the renter was removing the front bumper. The renter turned out to own a website that sells Tesla and exotic car parts. The reason for dismantling the bumper is unclear, but speculation suggests it could be for testing or swapping parts. The owner remained calm and the renter called the police, although it is uncertain if they took the situation seriously.

FutureCar Staff Oct 25, 2023 4:14 PM PT

A Tesla owner who rented out his electric car on Turo recently discovered that the renter was removing the car's front bumper, thanks to the onboard cameras. The owner went to confront the renter at a storage facility, where he found his own bumper removed and another one installed. Despite the situation, both parties remained surprisingly calm.

The renter, who owns a website selling Tesla and exotic car parts, did not provide a clear explanation for why he was removing the bumper. Some speculate that he may have been testing an aftermarket bumper or swapping damaged parts. However, it is unclear why he did not seek permission from the owner beforehand.

While the video shows a different bumper installed on the car, it is uncertain if the donor bumper was defective or if the renter simply wanted to try a different color. It is possible that he was conducting a fit test for aftermarket bumpers, given the nature of his business.

In the video, the renter claims to have called the police, although it is uncertain if they would prioritize a situation like this over more serious crimes. To see the video for yourself, check it out below.