Hitchhikers were once a familiar sight on roads around the world. That is until increased private car ownership, long haul buses and a spate of road-based serial killers made the practice seem no just ...

When's the last time you saw someone on the side of the road, thumb hoisted in the air, waiting for a ride from a stranger? The practice of hitchhiking has significantly declined since its heyday in ...

Although it's uncommon these days, backpackers and laid-back travelers may sometimes need to thumb a ride for a free lift. You might wonder if that's even legal in the United States. Well, the answer ...

These days, it's a common safety suggestion: Don't ever hitchhike. Getting in a car with a stranger is a dangerous move, people are taught from a young age. But there was actually a time, long before ...

It’s one of the most unfortunate scenarios you can find yourself in. Your car has just broken down, your cell phone is dead, and the nearest gas station is miles away. You need a ride. You’ve seen ...