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At [[gas stations]] on highways in [[Western Europe]] you stand a fair chance, especially when trying to reach a bigger city.
Sometimes, especially but not exclusively at night, drivers will [[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]].
To enhance your visibility, and therefore also your chance for a ride, wear a fluorescent vest or jacket. You can buy these in any bigger gasstation, especially in those located on highways. They can be pretty expensive in these places though (they can ask up to 4EUR for one), but if you buy one in a regular supermarket, you'll find one for 1EUR.
In any case, try to stand in a well-lit place. Traffic lights are also OK.
[[fr:L'autostop de nuit]]
[[Category:General Practical info]]
