Online automotive business ideas you can start in Australia
21 ideas
These 21 ideas let you sell to car, truck, caravan and bike owners without a traditional workshop or showroom. Some are parts stores, such as an online alternator and starter motor shop or a caravan and motorhome parts shop.
Online hub cap and wheel trim store
Sell hub caps, centre caps and wheel trims online to trade and public buyers Australia-wide.
- A$1.5k-8k
- Side hustle
- Online
Online electric scooter dealer, test rides by booking
Sell electric scooters online from a small base, with booked test rides, local delivery and a partner workshop for servicing.
- A$8k-35k
- Part-time
- Online
Online trailer parts and accessories store
Sell hitches, lights, jockey wheels and spare parts to trailer owners across Australia from a website.
- A$3k-15k
- Side hustle
- Online
Online towing and recovery gear supplier
Sell tow hooks, winches and straps online to tow operators, garages and 4WD owners from a small stockroom at home.
- A$3k-15k
- Side hustle
- Online
Online alloy and steel wheel seller
Sell alloy and steel wheels online to motorists and garages, with stock from a small garage or supplier delivery.
- A$3k-15k
- Side hustle
- Online
Online used bike dealer on consignment
List and sell used motorcycles online with very little stock, taking a fee when a bike sells.
- A$5k-25k
- Side hustle
- Online
Online alternator and starter motor shop
Sell replacement alternators and starters online to repairers and DIYers, shipped from a supplier or your spare room.
- A$1.5k-8k
- Side hustle
- Online
Online motorsport parts and gear store
Sell racing parts, accessories and apparel online to club racers, track day drivers and weekend enthusiasts.
- A$1.5k-10k
- Side hustle
- Online
Online tune-up kits and parts shop
Sell spark plugs, filters and service kits online to home mechanics and small workshops.
- A$2k-10k
- Side hustle
- Online
Online-led used car and van dealer
Run a low-overhead licensed dealership: list cars online, show by appointment and keep stock small.
- A$25k-80k
- Part-time
- Online
Online used and reconditioned diesel engine broker
Match 4WD, truck and machinery owners with used or rebuilt diesel engines from suppliers, without holding much stock.
- A$2k-10k
- Side hustle
- Online
Online used bike dealer, by appointment
Sell a small stock of checked used bikes through online listings, with viewings by appointment and no showroom costs.
- A$15k-60k
- Side hustle
- Online
Online truck parts supplier
Source and sell common truck parts to owner-drivers and small fleets online, shipped direct from wholesalers.
- A$2k-10k
- Side hustle
- Online
Used trailer reseller from home
Buy, tidy up and resell used box, tipper and car trailers online, with a small stock kept at home.
- A$3k-15k
- Side hustle
- Online
Online car care products store
Sell car wash, polish and detailing products online to enthusiasts, run from a spare room or storage unit.
- A$2k-9k
- Side hustle
- Online
Online truck and van accessories store
Sell truck, ute and van add-ons online from home and post them Australia-wide.
- A$5k-25k
- Side hustle
- Online
Online performance and racing parts store
Sell performance and motorsport parts online to Aussie enthusiasts and club competitors, shipped from home or a small storage space.
- A$3k-15k
- Side hustle
- Online
Online used truck and van dealer
Find, buy and resell pre-owned light trucks and vans to tradies and small firms through online listings.
- A$20k-80k
- Part-time
- Online
Online caravan and motorhome parts shop
Sell RV parts, accessories and care products online to owners and hire firms across Australia.
- A$3k-15k
- Side hustle
- Online
Online body parts supplier (no stock held)
Sell panels, bumpers and trim to local bodyshops and repairers, ordering from wholesalers as jobs come in.
- A$1k-5k
- Side hustle
- Online
Appointment-only electric motorcycle dealer
Sell electric motorbikes online and by appointment, with a few demo bikes for test rides, and no big showroom bills.
- A$50k-180k
- Part-time
- Online
About these ideas
Others involve bigger items, like an online electric scooter dealer with test rides by booking. They suit people who know a vehicle niche well, are comfortable with listings, customer questions and freight, and want to start with a focused range. Before anything else, think about fitment accuracy, returns, where you will store stock, and how you will ship bulky or heavy goods. Check whether the products you plan to sell have any rules attached, and work out your margins after postage and platform fees.
Questions
Do I need a licence to sell vehicles or parts online in Australia?
It depends on what you sell and your state or territory. Selling used vehicles as a trade often has dealer licensing rules, while parts may not. Check with your state motor vehicle authority and a business adviser before listing anything.
What should I check before selling electrical or safety-related products?
Check whether products such as electric scooters, towing gear or batteries must meet Australian standards or labelling rules. Ask suppliers for compliance documents, and look at the ACCC and your state fair trading office for current requirements.
How do I handle returns and wrong-fit parts when selling online?
Plan a clear returns policy before you launch. Check your obligations under Australian Consumer Law, ask suppliers about return terms, and collect vehicle details like make, model, year and part number at checkout to reduce fitment mistakes.