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At [[petrol station hitchhiking|petrol stations]] on motorways in [[Western Europe]] you stand a fair chance, especially when trying to reach a bigger city.
'''Always For [[Hitchhiker's safety|your safety]] always make sure that you are properly visible. At night drivers might not notice you. Consider wearing a fluorescent vest and using a torch.'''
Sometimes, especially but not exclusively at night, drivers will [[picking up hitchhikers|pick up a hitchhiker]] because they are tired and sleepy, but must get to their destination on time. Make sure you never fall asleep in someone's car if you are suspecting this might be the case. Even if you can't find a conversation topic, stay alert. If you have a driving license you might indicate your driver of this fact. In some cases he or she will be happy [[driving for your driver|to let you drive]].
