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[[ImageFile:Trafficjam.jpg|thumb|right|Traffic Jam]]
[[Hitchhiking]] in a '''traffic jam''' is one of the most efficient techniques for getting a ride.
Note that hitchhiking by the side of [[motorways]] is forbidden in most Western countries.
Be very careful with standing on the emergency lane. Drivers ''do'' break traffic laws to just get a couple of 100 meters ahead. The lane is also often used by police or ambulances. No matter what you do, when standing by the side of the motorway '''always''' look at the approaching traffic. Best is to walk by the side of the emergency lane (in the grass). Consider that you are usually gone within ten minutes at traffic jams. Official fines for "walking on a motorway" is about 30 euro in the Netherlands.
On motorways at traffic jams it is advisable to stand near an [[on ramp]] or next to a [[petrol station]]. In case of need you can then always revert to hitchhiking on the ramp or on the petrol station.
What's more, drivers will more likely agree to pick you up, as common misfortune gets people closer.
===External Links===
* [http://traffic-simulation.de/ Traffic Simulation], for traffic jam hitchhikers who wonder how the hell those jams work.
[[Category:Practical info]]
