Affiliate marketing is a safe and time tested strategy for making money online. Whether you have a website that sells a product/service or a website that has nothing to sell, by joining a related independent affiliate program you can add value to your website offering and maximize potential revenue. There are numerous independent programs to join. Simply introduce your visitors to the automotive products and services that they need and make money based on commissions from sales or a flat rate for referral. Each program has a variety of payment structures, so review each automotive affiliate program carefully to find the best match for your target audience and financial needs.