Passive income: NO

Starting a car renting side hustle can potentially lead to passive income, but achieving true passivity is rare and requires significant setup. Costs range from $500 to $2,000 for purchasing or leasing a vehicle, insurance, and initial marketing. To make it passive, you need automated booking systems, reliable maintenance services, and possibly hiring staff for check-ins and cleanings. Most people find it challenging to reach full passivity due to the ongoing management involved. While some achieve passive income by scaling and outsourcing tasks, it's more common for owners to stay hands-on to ensure quality and customer satisfaction. Misleading expectations include underestimating maintenance costs, demand fluctuations, and competition. Achieving true passive income from car renting is realistic for those willing to invest time and resources into building efficient systems and processes.