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* Try to be good conversation for the driver for tips see [[etiquette]]
==Choose your drivers==
It is preferable to choose your drivers. You can ask for rides at [[petrol station]]s or truck stops. Briefly profile people by their appearance and talk to folks that seem safe/interesting. But always remember that appearances do not guarantee safety.
One of the safest ones to get a lift from is the truck drivers. You sit far away from the driver. You are always able to open the door if needed (just don't jump while the truck is moving if you like your life moving again). Big trucks in [[Western Europe]] anyway also have a sensor on their trucks that let their boss know exactly where they are. Going off the road or stopping for some minutes and the boss will be all over the case, calling on the phone...
This is not always the case however. In [[Australia]], Truckies drive long distances on one lane highways and are often overworked. This can lead to dangerous driving condition and bad experiences.
== Leaving the vehicle early ==