If you own a pickup truck, cargo/sprinter van, or box truck, you are sitting in the driver's seat of one of the most profitable side hustles of 2026.

With the rise of the gig economy and the booming resale market (hello, Facebook Marketplace!), the demand for "a friend with a truck" has never been higher. People constantly need help moving apartments, hauling away junk, or getting that Craigslist couch across town.

Owning a truck is expensive—gas, insurance, and maintenance add up. Why not let your vehicle pay for itself?

Here is your guide to the best ways to make extra money with your truck this year.

Lugg drivers using a pickup truck to complete paid furniture delivery and moving jobs.
Pickup truck used by Lugg drivers to earn money through local delivery and moving jobs.

1. Join On-Demand Moving & Delivery Apps

The easiest way to start earning is to sign up for apps that connect you directly with people who need your truck. Unlike food delivery, where you might make a few dollars per trip, on-demand moving and delivery pays more because it combines physical labor, large vehicle access, and urgency in a single job.

Top Apps to Consider:

  • Lugg: (That’s us!) We connect truck owners with people who need help moving, hauling, and delivering. You can set your own schedule, accept jobs that fit your vehicle size, and earn competitive pay, plus 100% of your tips. It’s like the "Uber for moving," but with much higher earning potential per job.
  • Roadie: Often focuses on long-distance or single-item courier gigs.
  • TaskRabbit: A general handyman app where you can list "Help Moving" or other tasks you enjoy as a skill.

Why Lugg Wins:

Unlike general gig apps, Lugg is built specifically for moving and delivery, which means better-matched jobs and higher-value work for drivers. Our app handles the logistics, dispatch, and payments, so you just have to show up, load, drive, and get paid.

Lugg accepts certain pickup trucks, vans, and box trucks based on size and capacity. Check to see if your truck or van qualifies for Lugg.

Lugger app screens showing driver earnings, schedules, payouts, and potential tips.
Earnings, tips, and schedules vary by market, availability, time on the platform, and other factors. Examples shown reflect real activity from real drivers on the Lugger app, not guaranteed outcomes.

2. Furniture Delivery for Facebook Marketplace

The secondhand furniture market is exploding. Every day, thousands of people in your city buy sofas, dressers, and dining tables on Facebook Marketplace or OfferUp, only to realize they have no way to get them home.

You can market yourself locally as a delivery solution, or simply join Lugg. We partner directly with marketplaces and retailers, so when someone buys a couch, they book a Lugg to get it home. You get the gig without having to post your own ads on Craigslist.

3. Junk Removal

One person's trash is another person's... paycheck. Junk removal is a high-demand service, especially in the spring and summer. Homeowners often clear out garages or renovate rooms and need someone to haul debris to the dump.

  • Pros: High demand, simple work.
  • Cons: You need to pay dumping fees (which you should factor into your price) and it can be dirty work.

With Lugg, junk hauling jobs are dispatched with clear details upfront. Disposal costs are passed through to the customer and handled as part of the booking, so drivers don’t have to guess or build dump fees into their own pricing.

4. Retail Store Delivery

Many local furniture and appliance stores don't have their own delivery fleets, or they are booked weeks out. By driving with Lugg, you become the instant delivery hero for customers shopping at stores like HomeGoods, Pottery Barn, and Costco. You save the customer from renting a U-Haul, and you get paid to drive your own vehicle.

Lugg drivers standing with an XL cargo van outside a retail store for a furniture delivery job.
Lugg drivers complete same-day retail deliveries using their own vehicles.

5. Storage Unit Moves

With self-storage usage at an all-time high, people are constantly moving items in and out of units. These are often "small moves"—too big for a car, but too small to hire a massive moving company. Your pickup truck or van is the perfect size for these jobs.

How to Maximize Your Earnings Driving with Lugg

  • Bring a Helper: Many jobs require two people. Lugg is also hiring Helper roles for people who want to earn money with muscle and a smartphone, and can match drivers with available local Helpers. If you have a strong friend or family member, refer them! You can tackle bigger jobs and split the pay.
  • Get the Right Gear: You'll need to invest in ratchet straps, moving blankets, stretch wrap, tools, and a dolly. Forearm lifting straps help make even the heaviest buffets feel light. Protecting the customer's items ensures 5-star reviews and better tips.
  • Work Peak Times: The end of the month (moving time) and weekends are the busiest times. Being available when demand is high maximizes your income.

Lugg also rewards consistent, high-quality drivers over time. As you complete more jobs, maintain strong ratings, and stay available during high-demand periods (like weekends), you can move up priority levels that come with higher commission rates. Top drivers may also unlock access to bonuses and additional earning opportunities.

Ready to Start Earning?

Your truck is an investment. Don't let it sit in the driveway costing you money. Turning it into income helps offset ownership costs and puts that asset to work when demand is highest.

Apply to drive with Lugg today and turn your truck into a paycheck.