HI HCR62

Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs requested to convene a working group to evaluate regulation of peer-to-peer car sharing and establish industry standards of practice to ensure public safety.

Working group directed to research and review safety and maintenance standards, liability and insurance limits, airport and public access, and pricing, fees, and taxes related to peer-to-peer car sharing.

Director of Commerce and Consumer Affairs or designee to serve as chair and invite participation from Department of Transportation, Insurance Division, Consumer Advocacy Division, two motor vehicle rental companies, two automobile insurers, and two peer-to-peer car sharing companies.

Currently, peer-to-peer car sharing via third-party web-based platforms in Hawaii operates without regulation, creating gaps in vehicle safety standards, renter qualification verification, and insurance coverage requirements.

Hawaii has approximately 150 personal vehicles available for peer-to-peer sharing ranging from $30 to $550 per day via third-party platforms.