I want to make some extra cash, and I’ve noticed a lot of people using their cars for side hustles. I’m just not sure where to start. What can I do to make money driving?
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
You’re right—the gig economy is thriving and many people are turning to their cars to earn extra dollars. Whether you want a full-time, part-time, or flexible job, here are several ways you can make money driving:
Signing on to be a rideshare driver for Uber or Lyft
Delivering food or consumer goods with Uber Eats, Grubhub, or DoorDash
Helping people haul furniture through classified ads on Facebook or Craigslist
Wrapping your car in decals that advertise a product
Becoming an Amazon Flex driver
Becoming a truck driver or tow truck driver
Renting your car on Turo when you aren’t using it
If you decide to go the Uber or Lyft route, just make sure to add
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