If you’re a rideshare driver, you may wonder how to increase your earnings without putting in more hours. Fortunately, there is a way with car wrap advertising.
While there is a great risk for scams with car wraps, there are many legitimate companies, too. Check out the best rideshare advertising companies below to see which is best for you.
How Does Car Wrap Advertising Work?
Car wrap advertising is another form of income rideshare drivers can use to increase their income from rideshare driving. When you sign up for a car wrap advertising campaign, the car wrap company wraps your car either fully or partially in the company’s advertisement. You drive like you normally would and collect your pay in the frequency the company uses, usually monthly.
When the campaign ends, you return to the car wrapping company to have the wrap removed. They typically don’t hurt your car’s exterior; you shouldn’t be able to tell your car was wrapped once removed.
If eligible, you can then choose to join another campaign or take a break. Like other advertising opportunities, you must apply for the program and see if you qualify. Each brand requires specific criteria, such as miles driven or being in particular locations, to be eligible for a campaign.
Best Car Wrap Advertising Companies
Knowing what each company offers is important when supplementing your income with car wrap advertising. Here are the top companies to consider.
1. Wrapify
- iOS: 3.9 stars
- Google Play: 3.6 stars
Wrapify wraps vehicles 180, 270, or 360 degrees, paying an average of $181 – $452 a month, depending on the campaign and level of wrapping. To take advantage, you must download the app, complete the quick application, and wait for available campaigns.
When you’re eligible for a campaign, you’ll receive the details, including the campaign zone, the number of miles required, and the duration. You are free to accept or decline campaigns.
When you accept a campaign, you bring your car to a local, approved car wrapping facility and have it wrapped. Then, all you do is drive your normal routes, as you claimed on your application, and collect your check!
Wrapify will reimburse your transportation costs (up to $25) on the day of installation and removal since you need to leave your car for the day. The Wrapify app will track the miles you drive within the designated campaign zone when you receive your wrapped car and compensate you up to the daily cap allowed.
Requirements
- Driver must be 21 or older
- Drive a 2010 or newer vehicle
- Drive a coupe, sedan, SUV, minivan, or pickup truck
- The vehicle must be in good condition (no dents or scratches)
- No more than two accidents or moving violations in the last three years
- No more than one accident and one moving violation in the last three years
- Zero distracted driving violations in the last three years
- Zero major violations in the last five years
Pros
- You can drive as little or as much as you want, up to the daily cap
- Pays every other Friday via direct deposit
- Reimburses for travel fees on installation and removal days
Cons
- Early termination fees apply if you remove the wrap before the campaign ends
- They suggest you drop your car off at 8:30 AM and pick it up at 4:30 on the day of wrapping
2. Carvertise
- iOS: 2.2 stars
- Google Play: 2.3 stars
Carvertise pays rideshare drivers and daily commuters to wrap their cars with advertisements. Like Wrapify, once you accept a campaign, you head to a local, approved installation center, where they wrap your vehicle with OEM car paint-safe decals.
Carvertise states drivers usually start with $100 base pay for campaigns and then are provided other driving opportunities to boost the pay. Most drivers make up to $500 per campaign. Carvertise pays monthly via direct deposit.
When you download the Carvertise app and accept a campaign, you’ll use the app to track your mileage. They use this information to prove to the brand they are getting the exposure promised.
Requirements
- Car must be in good condition
- Car must be 15 years old or newer
- Car must have factory paint
- Driver must have a clean driving record
- Driver must log at least 30 miles a day
Pros
- Can be a rideshare driver or regular commuter
- Serves all major markets nationwide
- Transparent pay
Cons
- Not transparent about their requirements
- Only pays monthly
3. Mobilads
- iOS: 4.4 stars
- Google Play: 3.6 stars
Mobilads helps rideshare or delivery drivers make more money by offering partial and full wraps that advertise for companies. Their average campaign is four weeks, but some clients want longer campaigns of 6, 8, or 12 weeks.
Mobilads drivers make an average of $300 per campaign but can make anywhere from $200 to $1,875, according to Mobilads. Like any car wrap advertising, the amount you earn depends on the type of wrap, location, campaign duration, and brand.
Mobilads pays 50% of your promised earnings upfront after you upload pictures of your wrapped vehicle and the remaining half when the campaign ends.
Mobilads uses high-quality Avery Dennison and 3M vinyl that’s safe for your vehicle. A Mobilads team member will inspect your vehicle before installing the wrap, which takes 30 minutes for a partial and three hours for a full wrap. They recommend drivers remove the wrap themselves, or you can request a team member to come to your location to remove it.
Requirements
- Must work for an app-based rideshare or delivery company
- Must drive 40+ hours weekly
- Drive a vehicle from 2013 or newer
Pros
- Pays a referral bonus
- Works with major brands like Amazon and DraftKings
- Receive 50% payment upfront
Cons
- Drivers must remove the wrap themselves
- Not available everywhere
4. Nickelytics
- iOS: 3.4 stars
- Google Play: 2.3 stars
Nickelytics was formed to help rideshare and delivery drivers supplement their income. To get started, all you have to do is download the Nickelytics app and complete the application. When a campaign is available in your area, they notify you via email or text.
Nickelytics claims their drivers make between $175 and $250, but some campaigns pay as much as $500. When you accept a campaign, they will refer you to a local installer for installation and removal. Nickeltytics pays all fees for both services.
Requirements
- Drivers must be at least 18 years old
- Drivers must have a solid driving record
- The vehicle must be ten years old or newer
- Drivers must drive 30 miles a day and 150 miles a week
- Rideshare drivers are preferred, but daily commuters are allowed
Pros
- Available nationwide
- Caters to rideshare drivers
- Easy to qualify
Cons
- Opportunities are sparse
- You must track your miles
Advertising Laws for Rideshare Drivers
Typically, rideshare driving companies state cars must be free from third-party advertising. However, that seems to be changing with the number of car wrap advertising companies working strictly with rideshare and delivery drivers.
This is one of those ‘use at your own risk’ situations, but be aware that it can potentially get you banned from the app.
How To Avoid Car Wrap Advertising Scams
Unfortunately, car wrap advertising scams are at an all-time high, but with the right knowledge, you can avoid them.
Here’s how:
- Car wrap advertising companies won’t contact you. If they do, it’s likely a scam. You must apply to a company like those listed above to apply.
- Car wrap companies don’t charge drivers. If a company asks for money upfront or at all, it’s a scam.
- A company that overpays you and then asks for a refund is a scam. Car wrap companies only pay the amount you earned.
- The only costs car wrap advertising companies will reimburse you for are those that reimburse for transportation costs on installation or removal days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Car wrap advertising is a great way to supplement your income. Here are a few questions people have asked me about it.
Do companies really pay to advertise on your car?
Yes, companies and brands pay drivers to advertise on their cars. They usually have specific requirements, such as driving in certain locations or a minimum number of miles. This is just another form of advertising for companies and a way for drivers to make more money.
How much does it cost to wrap my vehicle for advertising?
It should not cost you anything for car wrap advertising. The point of it is to make money. Companies requiring you to pay them are typically scams and should be avoided.
Will Amazon pay you to wrap your car?
Amazon themselves won’t pay you to wrap your car; however, some of the legitimate car wrap advertising companies work with Amazon, so it’s possible you may advertise for Amazon.
Will car wrap advertising damage my vehicle?
If you work with a legitimate car wrap advertising company that partners with professional installers, the car wrap should not damage your vehicle. The key is to have professionals install and remove the wrap to ensure it does not damage your car’s paint.
