How to make money from a car: full analysis of the 10 most popular monetization methods
In today's wave of sharing economy and digitalization, private cars are no longer just a means of transportation, but also a tool for generating income. This article combines hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to sort out 10 ways to monetize vehicles, with detailed data comparisons to help you quickly find the money-making model that suits you.
1. Online ride-hailing/hitchhiking platform accepting orders

Platforms such as Didi, AutoNavi, and T3 Travel have recently experienced a surge in demand due to the summer travel peak, and the average daily income of drivers has increased significantly.
| platform | Average daily income (yuan) | Rake ratio | Popular cities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Didi Express | 300-600 | 20%-25% | Beijing/Shanghai/Guangzhou |
| Amap Taxi | 280-550 | 15%-18% | Chengdu/Hangzhou/Wuhan |
| T3 travel | 350-650 | 18%-22% | Nanjing/Chongqing/Xi'an |
2. Realization of car rental
Data from China Car Rental and eHi Car Rental show that the rental rate of economical cars during the summer exceeds 90%, and the demand for new energy vehicles is growing rapidly.
| car model | Daily rent (yuan) | Monthly rate of return | Popular models |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy car | 150-300 | 8%-12% | Sylphy/Corolla |
| New energy vehicles | 200-400 | 10%-15% | Qin PLUS/Model 3 |
| Business MPV | 400-800 | 15%-20% | GL8/Odyssey |
3. Monetization of car body advertising
Recently, local life service platforms have increased their promotion efforts, and companies such as takeout and community group buying have increased their vehicle body advertising budgets.
| Ad type | Monthly income (yuan) | Cooperation channels | Popular industries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full car stickers | 800-2000 | Advertising Alliance | Catering/Education |
| local advertising | 300-800 | local merchants | Real estate/car |
| electronic screen advertising | 1500-3000 | technology company | Digital/e-commerce |
4. Logistics and distribution services
Platforms such as Lalamove and Kuaigou Taxi recently launched "night delivery" subsidy policies, increasing drivers' nighttime income by 30%.
5. Self-driving travel services
Ctrip data shows that the number of summer "chartered tour" orders increased by 45% year-on-year, with routes such as the Northwest Ring Road and Sichuan-Tibet Line being the most popular.
6. Mobile commercial space
Mobile shops such as coffee trucks and food trucks have become popular on platforms such as Douyin, and the average daily turnover of popular stalls can reach more than 3,000 yuan.
7. Car evaluation self-media
Platforms such as Dianchedi have increased support for creators, and the revenue from a single video of high-quality car review content can reach 5,000-20,000 yuan.
8. Wedding car service
As the Chinese Valentine's Day approaches, the rental price of luxury wedding cars has generally increased by 20%, and the daily rental price of Rolls-Royce and other models has exceeded 5,000 yuan.
9. Car-sharing parking spaces
Cities such as Beijing and Shanghai have launched shared parking apps, and the average monthly income from idle parking spaces can reach 800-1,500 yuan.
10. Car WiFi hotspot
The three major operators promote the 5G vehicle hotspot cooperation plan, and the contracted vehicles can receive a monthly subsidy of 200-500 yuan.
Selection suggestions:
1. Those with flexible schedules will give priority to online ride-hailing/logistics delivery
2. If the vehicle idle rate is high, it is recommended to choose leasing/advertising monetization
3. Special models (luxury cars/off-road vehicles) can focus on the wedding/tourism market
4. You can try mobile commerce/self-media based on your own interests.
According to the latest market data,New energy vehiclesIt has shown higher profit potential in multiple monetization channels, and it is recommended that car buyers give priority to electric models. No matter which method you choose, you need to pay attention to comply with local regulations, maintain vehicle maintenance and insurance protection.
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