Road Trip! Should You Sleep in the Car?

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Road Trip!

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What Should I Do?

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Relax!

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Pro: Save Money!

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Con: Is it safe?

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Pro: Easy!

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Con: Comfort

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Road Trip! Should You Sleep in the Car?

Road Trip!

Your road trip has been going great, but there’s one small hiccup. It’s getting late, and all the hotels are flashing “No Vacancy”

What Should I Do?

Panic sets in, you can’t possibly sleep in your car! What will you do for a bathroom? Is it even safe?

Relax!

Sleeping in your car during a road trip isn’t the end of the world. Here are some pros and cons of sleeping in the car during your next road trip

Pro: Save Money!

Con: Is it safe?

Pro: Easy!

Con: Comfort

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