Passive income: NO

Earning passive income directly from being a DoorDash driver is highly unlikely. The nature of the job requires active participation—driving, picking up, and delivering orders. There are no systems or automation that can make this passive, as it relies on physical presence and effort. Most people do not reach a passive income level from this hustle; only a few outliers might find ways to earn passively by creating content about their experiences or developing related apps. Myths include the idea that one can automate deliveries or outsource the work easily, which is not feasible for most. This side hustle remains active for nearly everyone involved.