20 Ways to Make Money with Your Car That You Haven’t Considered

Get your car working and earn back that investment.

  • Cyra Sanchez
  • 5 min read
20 Ways to Make Money with Your Car That You Haven’t Considered
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In addition to ridesharing and food delivery, vehicle owners can make money through advertising, renting their vehicle, or providing mobile services. Additional streams of income include creative opportunities such as pet transport or assisting with moving services. To make the most of a vehicle’s earning potential, you have to be flexible and resourceful.

1. Rent Out Your Car

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Why let your car collection sit there earning nothing? You can rent your car out to other people when you aren’t using it using platforms like Turo and Getaround. It’s an easy way to make some passive income from an otherwise underutilized asset.

2. Deliver Packages for Amazon Flex

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Would you like to be your own boss and set hours that best suit your schedule? Amazon Flex provides delivery drivers with the flexibility of setting their own schedules to get paid to deliver packages. It’s a nice gig, especially if you want to deliver packages instead of passengers.

3. Offer Carpool Services

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Leverage your daily commute into an opportunity to earn cash. Carpool with colleagues or neighbors to offset fuel costs and reduce traffic. Best of all, it’s an environmentally savvy way to make your car work for you.

4. Provide Airport Shuttle Services

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Reliable transportation to and from airports is often what air travelers are looking for. A shuttle service can serve as a great source of income, especially during rush hours and peak travel times. It’s a beautiful opportunity to meet new friends and get some extra money.

5. Participate in Ride-Hailing Services

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Work in the gig economy driving for ride-hailing apps like Uber and Lyft. You can work at your convenience and make money by riding passengers. It’s a flexible method to increase your income with your vehicle.

6. Deliver Food and Groceries

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As food delivery apps are on the rise, demand for drivers is also increasing. Register with delivery platforms like DoorDash, Uber Eats, or Instacart to deliver meals and groceries. This is a very convenient way of making side money, especially around breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

7. Offer Moving Services

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If you have a bigger vehicle, you could help people move things. There are plenty of people who could use help moving furniture or large items. It’s a physically demanding way to make large fees.

8. Rent Your Car for TV Commercials or Photoshoots

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Production companies are always looking for unique vehicles for their projects. Rent your car out for commercials or photoshoots, and you can make a pretty penny. It’s a fun way to see your vehicle in the limelight.

9. Turn Your Car into a Mobile Billboard

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Why not get compensated for driving the same way you normally do? You can sign up with one of the car-wrapping companies that pay you to paint advertisements on your car, turning it into a mobile billboard. It is a source of passive income, taking little effort.

10. Offer Driving Lessons

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If you have a spotless record as a skilled driver, you might want to look into becoming a driving instructor. Teaching other people how to drive. You can offer a very rewarding and productive service. It is a very satisfying way to earn while sharing your expertise.

11. Provide Courier Services

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Some businesses require reliable couriers to transport documents or small packages. There are many types of courier services for steady income. These work best for folks who enjoy a set route.

12. Participate in Medical Transportation

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Help drive patients to medical appointments. Such service is required, particularly for non-emergency medical transportation. It’s a service that can help others while earning a paycheck.

13. Offer Pet Transportation Services

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It is often difficult for pet owners to get their animals to veterinarians or groomers. Another option would be to offer pet transportation services. Which is a rather niche market that can be quite lucrative.

14. Rent Out Your Parking Space

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If you’ve got prime parking space, air your parking space. Parking spaces are at a premium, particularly in busy areas. It’s a low-effort way to make money without getting in your car.

15. Offer Mobile Car Wash Services

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You can drive around to wash cars and offer your services on the spot. On-site cleaning is convenient, which many vehicle owners are thankful for. It’s a low-overhead business with high demand.

16. Provide Snow Removal Services

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Adding a plow to your vehicle can assist with clearing driveways and parking lots. It is a seasonal window with immense earning potential. You can also drive from house to house for more customers.

17. Offer Mobile Mechanic Services

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If you’ve got a way with machines, offer mobile repair services. Others prefer the convenience of a mechanic visiting their home. It’s an in-demand service that can go for a premium.

18. Participate in Focus Groups or Research Studies

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Some research studies are looking for participants with very specific vehicles. You may help advance important research and get paid for your time. It’s an easy way to put your car to work for science.

19. Offer Scenic Tours

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Offer to give guided tours using your car if you live in a tourist area. Acquainting visitors with local knowledge enables them to enjoy a greater experience. It’s a good way to meet new people and show off your hometown.

20. Provide Mobile Notary Services

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Mobile notary, traveling to clients to notarize documents. This service is particularly sought after for real estate transactions and legal paperwork. This is a professional way to use your car in business.

Written by: Cyra Sanchez

Cyra, known as Cy, discovered her love for writing as a teenager, crafting fanfics on Wattpad inspired by her favorite anime. In 2019, she changed career paths to follow her passion for art and storytelling, and she’s been a content writer for global clients ever since. In her free time, Cy works on a dark fantasy novel she hopes to self-publish, writes poetry, plays video games, and brings her characters to life through digital painting. A fan of Game of Thrones and anime, she’s always inspired by rich, imaginative worlds.

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