The DRIVESHARE team is thrilled to see one of our owners, Shawn O'Connell, featured in Entrepreneur magazine, a leading publication with over 14 million readers worldwide. His inspiring story shows how a deep love for classic cars and a well-chosen platform can create a successful 'side-hustle'.
Shawn, based in the San Francisco Bay Area of the US, inherited his father’s classic Mustang and didn’t want it to sit unused in the garage. After discovering DRIVESHARE, he listed his Ford Mustang online, and within just 24 hours, it was booked six times. What began as a way to cover maintenance costs has grown into a business that earns up to $30,000 during wedding season. You can check out Shawn's DRIVESHARE profile here.
Shawn shared his journey in the Entrepreneur interview, discussing how his Mustangs have become a star attraction at weddings, Baraat ceremonies, and even music video shoots. His story is a testament to the demand for classic cars and the joy they bring to both owners and renters.
This feature in Entrepreneur, one of the biggest business magazines in the world, highlights not only Shawn's success but also the growing appeal of the monetizing assets like classic cars. With millions of monthly readers, this article puts DRIVESHARE’s mission front and center for a global audience, and we couldn't be happier to see it.
Want to read more about Shawn's journey and how he scaled his business with DRIVESHARE? Check out the full article on Entrepreneur, and don't forget to share on your own social media channels where you might inspire someone to make their car work for them, too.
If you have a classic car and are considering renting it out, Shawn’s advice in the article is simple: "Start small and see where it takes you". The opportunities are endless, and the rewards—both financial and emotional—are worth it. To start your own side-hustle like Shawn, head to DRIVESHARE in the US and BookAclassic in the UK Europe, New Zealand and other territories. And finally, a big thanks to Entrepreneur for featuring DRIVESHARE.
