Hello everyone, this is my first guide, so don’t judge me too harshly. Also, if you have anything to add or advice on how to make it better, write in the comments. I'll be glad if it helps someone in their walkthroughs.

I highly recommend doing at least the first couple of playthroughs on your own, without looking at this guide. This will allow you to better enjoy the game and keep the spirit of the journey of exploring the unknown!

Yeap, there are shortcuts in the game:

• press "R" to rotate an item that you're holding
  
• I - trunk
  
• M - map
  
• J - journal (skills and traits)
  
• L - tasks (log and calendar)
  
• space - honk (just for fun, no real benefit from this)

1. You can put items from the trunk on the right side of the screen for easy sorting.
   
   
2. By right-clicking on the seats, you can fold them down to add luggage space.
   
   
3. The relationship with your parents that you choose at the start of a new game affects the likelihood of being able to call them and get help if you run out of durability or gas.
   
   
4. In searching missions you can move around using buttons WASD.
   
   
5. Upgrading the hiker to level 3 will permanently make new difficult roads available on the map.
   
   
6. The Classic roof rack is better than the good roof rack, although it's possible to draw different conclusions from the descriptions of these improvements.
   The Classic roof rack provides 7*4 spots, while the good roof rack provides only 6*4.
   
   
7. If you started the mission in the same city where the target is located, or on the way to it, then to finish the mission, you need to go to another city and return back. Otherwise, you will not be able to complete the mission. This is probably a bug.
   
   
8. Gambling in El Cobra
   You can find the odds of winning in the casino in the game files: it 15% to make x2.5.
   
   
9. The Great Race
   1) No matter what type of road surrounds the place where the Great Race will take place, it will still take place on rough roads.
   2) Don't rely on the passengers' abilities. You will be alone in the race.
   3) You won't be able to use the trunk during the race, so restock your glove box supplies in advance.
   4) Since the Great Race will take place at the time you start it, a strong boost can give a night pass with the headlights installed. Double this advantage by installing a carburetor.
   5) Here is a tuning kit that allowed me to pass the race without straining at all:
   Rally wheels + suspension + carburetor = removes 3 durability threats.
   Headlights (at nighttime + carburetor) = removes 2 more random threats.
   
   
10. After getting all the endings, don't miss the secret button in the main menu.

♥♥♥♥, is that a crack or just some dirt on the windshield?
a) Pick at it with your finger
+1 durability
b) Does it matter? If it's a crack, it's a crack.
+inspired

If my brakes break now... I'd be ♥♥♥♥♥♥. So ♥♥♥♥♥♥.
a) I don't even think this car has airbags.
+stressed
b) -Test the breaks.
-1 durability

Didn't I just pass this car?
a) Rub your eyes.
+tired
b) I can't let him pass me again
+in the zone
c) He's following me…
-2 energy

Honestly, it wouldn't be that bad having a job this summer.
a) I was pretty good at it. And they liked me!
Get new journey “Settle Down” (way to game ending)
b) How can you think that! Why would you want to work now?!
+inspired
+happy
c) Yeah... why not. Got nothing else planned really.
Get new journey “Settle Down” (way to game ending)

*Ppprtt What the hell did I eat?! I thought it was going to be a tiny one
a) Open the window and keep quiet
+dirty
b) Feels better now though
+satisfied

They gotta make high power headlights illegal.
a) Are they really safer? Blinds me every time.
+2 cash
b) ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ idiots
+headache

I wonder what my parents were doing at my age?
a) Probably just studying.
+1 energy
b) I don't think they ever really got a chance to travel.
nothing
c) It must have been so much easier to go out on a road trip those days.
-1 gas

I'm so tired of my parents wanting me to be everything, but what I want to be.
a) I don't even really know what I want to be.
+sad
b) Like why can't they just relax and leave me alone.
+sad
c) I feel like there're too many options in life
+sad

Come on, how deep are you gonna pick your nose? Don't you know we can see you?
a) Thing is, I kind of need to do it too.
+dirty
b) Maybe it's a scratch - on the outside like.
nothing

I should think of something to think.
a) -Think.
-1 enegry
b) -Do not think.
+4 energy

Hmmm... Maybe I should become a vegetarian...?
a) Yeah! Why not?
New Trait!
VEGETARIAN
Consuming vegetarian food. gives you 1 energy
(It will disappear if you eat non-vegetarian food several times)
b) I don't think I could do it
nothing

I can't get enough of these beautiful open roads.
a) I'm so happy that I can just drive around for a summer.
+inspired
-1 enegry
b) I never want to leave the road.
+inspired

Jeez, my back is hurting from these seats.
a) FIl need to stretch a bit. I should just do it now.
+1 energy
b) I wish I had some painkillers.
-1 energy

How did my finger nails get so dirty?
a) I guess I've been scratching my head again.
+dirty
b) Hmm... I don't care.
nothing

What am I doing? Maybe I am overdoing it with all the drugs...
a) I should seek help
+rehab quest
b) I'm fine!
nothing

I ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ hate being addicted to something.
a) I can stop anytime I want. I just don't want to.
New Trait – IN DENIAL: You're in constant withdrawal.
b) I remember I saw a rehab postcard somewhere."
+rehab quest

Ok, sure I can stop anytime I want to. I know I can.
a) But maybe a little help wouldn't hurt.
+rehab quest
b) I love living like this!
+4 energy

I'm gonna sneeze... Oohh I'm gonna sneeeezeee!
a) Ohh it's soo cloose!!
+headache
b) ♥♥♥♥♥♥ pollen.. ahhh.
New Trait – ALLERGIC: Lose one energy when driving on a country road
-1 energy

It's wild to think about how many people live and work driving on these roads.
a) So many people drive such incredibly long commutes for work
+social
b) I mean, bless all those truck drivers and bus drivers that drive all around the work
+inspired

You lean forward and look up at the sky.
a) I wonder where that plane is going?"
+inspired
b) Oh cool! I think that's a hawk!
road event: falcon

I don't think I have a lot of money left. If any at all.
a) Eh, doesn't matter. I'll figure it out.
+satisfied
b) I should check between the seats.
+15 cash

Ugh... it sucks being broke.
a)I don't even really want to keep driving anymore.
+sad
b) Maybe I should sell some stuff?
New Trait – SPARTAN: If you have no items in your trunk, you're constantly satisfied

Since when do I have so much money?
a) I have too much money, someone is going to rob me. I know it.
+saver
b) I don't really even know what to spend it on.
+spender (Gain 1 energy after buying an item (3 times))

I'm starting to get a little snacksy.
a) I should check if there's something in the door pockets.
+nuts
b) Swallow some extra saliva and be happy.
+hungry
c) Who says snacksy? just say snacky or hungry or anything else.
+headache

I really don't read enough anymore.
a) I wish I had time.
+tired
b) The pile of books I WANT to read is just getting big
+random book

Hmm it sure is nice to have some extra cash.
a) I should work more
Get new journey “Settle Down” (way to game ending)
b) I'll manage, somehow
+sad

I really am amazing at driving!
a) I've been keeping the speed perfectly steady.
+happy
b) And this car isn't the easiest to drive either!
+2 energy

If I had a bar, what would I call it?
a) You would never be able to take care of a bar.
+headache
b) Hmm what's that pub called in Ulysses? That'd be good
nothing

Ok, focus. Focus! Damn, it's stressful driving in the city.
a) People are crazy!
-1 energy
b) Don't go too fast, look around, take it easy.
+in the zone

There are billions of different faces, yet feel like I've seen most of them before.
a) Sometimes wonder if there are only so many 'types' that just get slightly morphed.
+tired
b) There are so many ed faces, yet they are always some version of a face
+social
c) It's like the simulation's random generator is busted
+stressed

I gotta call my parents soon. And not only when I need help.
a) I'll do it tomorrow!
nothing
b) I miss them
nothing

How did that person get a license? Seriously, how?!
a) -HONK
-1 energy
b) -Slow down and shake your head
+1 energy

It feels like some parts of the world have better clouds than others.
a). I hope I find a place with really big clouds. Thick, illuminated, majestic
+in the zone
b) The best places are always up in the mountains or in fields.
+inspired

Look, it's great being out on the road, but I really miss...
a) being alone in the morning running hot water on my hands, just staring into the bathroom mirror.
+tired
b) Getting up, making some tea and listening to music with the sun on my face.
+1 energy

What am I doing. Shouldn't I be looking for a job or something?
a) No! It's the time for adventure!
+inspired
b) That can wait! Although some cash wouldn't hurt....
-2 energy

I wonder if I'll forget everything I learnt in school some day?
a) I hope I at least remember the psychology and philosophy.classes.
+social
b) hope I remember physics and math, like some simple formulas at least.
leads to road event – distracted
c) Or will all the new thoughts I have push out the old?
+1 skill point

Where are all the make-out spots with amazing views I keep seeing in movies?
a) Apparently, not anywhere I am.
-1 energy
b) Ok, next time I'm near a town, I'll look for some hills.
-1 energy
c) Honestly, is making out in a car really that romantic?
+tired

CEX 699… hehe
a) Oh man, too good!
+social
b) I'd be so embarrassed with that license plate.
nothing

I'm so happy I fixed the stereo before I left. Imagine if I had no music!
a) It's definitely one of the most important things in a road trip.
+inspired
b) It’d be so damn boring, just listening to the car and wind for hours and hours.
+scared
c) Wouldn't be the end of the world to be honest.
+in the zone

I hope I never become a commuter - but I hope I become responsible - but I hope I don't become boring - but I hope I’ll be happy...
a) -Close your eyes
Deletes all status\effects
b) -Look up into the sky and smile.
+10 energy

Do dogs go to heaven?
a) Heaven, whatever that may be.
+inspired
b) Yeah! Of course.
+happy

I wonder what the Girl's goals and dreams are.
a) Maybe she's just an aimless drifter
+headache
+2 energy
b) She probably just lives in the moment
+inspired
+1 energy

I'm happy I took this road.
a) -Keep your eyes on the road.
+in the zone
b) -Look out the door window
+inspired

Oh, wow! It's pretty here.
a) I should stop when I get a chance and take a picture.
+trait: “naturalist" or skill: naturalist +1
b) Can't believe the world looks like this sometimes.
+inspired

Geez, this road is really boring.
a) -Keep your eyes on the road
+tired
b) -Look out the door window
+in the zone

Yes! At last, I got the fans set perfectly. Good strength, not too loud, and in all the right directions.
a) Hmm maybe I should just adjust it a little; could be better.
-1 durability
b) Leave it! Please, just leave it be.
+1 energy

I wonder what lives in these woods.
a) I bet there's a troll in a cave munching on some berries.
+hungry
b) look out the window
nothing

There's something about lying in a tent while it's raining.
a) The sound. It's the sound!
New Trait – RAIN LOVER: Sleeping in the tent while. it's raining restores energy fully and inspires you.
b) It gets so humid! It's like having sex in a bathhouse.
nothing

This guy, Brian, is so talented... What am I doing with my life!?
a) It's ok I am good at ...stuff!
+headache
+2 energy
b)He really is. Maybe one day I could also learn a trade.
+1 energy

♥♥♥♥, why are some people so stressfull. Chill!
a) give'em the bird
-1 energy
b) Yeah, yeah, go around. Take it easy.
nothing

The legal limit is like around 0.05, right? I wonder what my limit is?
a) Could I drink like 5 beers and be ok to drive?
+scared
b) I feel like after 1 pint I get tipsy.
+1 energy
c) I’m sure I could drink a whole bottle of vodka and be fine.
+item liquor

The legal limit is like around 5%, or wait 0.08? or no i dunno. right?
a) I could have like 5 more beers and I'd be fine."
+tired
b) There's a squirrel on the road. Oh wait, no.
-3 energy
c) The road is a lot thinner than I thought. it's thinner. Yeah.
+scared

That driver must be like 14. No way he could have a licence.
a) So happy I don't have pimples like that anymore.
+happy
b) -feel your face, touch your brow and the crease of your nostrils.
+hot

Driving on the motorway sure is monotonous...
a) I should enjoy it
+hungry
b) Toking forward to see something new
+2 energy

Ok, imagine, tomorrow, I wake up with a million bucks cash in the trunk. What would I do?
a) Hmm, I dunno, get a better car? Keep some for gas and give the rest.
+spender (Gain 1 energy after buying an item (3 times))
b) I’d be very worried I would wake up the next day next to a horse head.
+saver

If I crash now... Or if something happens...
a) I'd be responsible for killing all these people.
+scared
-1 energy
b) Oh ♥♥♥♥. Oh ♥♥♥♥. Oh ♥♥♥♥!"
nothing
c) -Tell everyone in the car to be quiet.
+sad

This bride kind of reminds me of that pact I made with my friend last spring. We'd get married if we don't find anyone by the time we're 30.
a) I kinda hope it happens. Might be my only chance.
+social
b) So stupid. I wonder if we'll even still be friends by then.
+sad

Hmm... I think I might need gas...
a) It's in the red, but there's always a lot more than you think.
+2 gas
b) I wonder how far I can go?
+in the zone

I swear I can hear a clanking sound somewhere. Is that the car?
a) Roll down the window.
+scared
b) Turn down the music.
+2 durability
c) ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ car, don't do this to me…
+duct tape

Kind of amazing that this car is still running.
a) Feels like it'll never die!
-1 durability
b) I'm a bit worried that one hard turn and the whole car will collapse like a cartoon.
+in the zone

It's not fair…
a) I've never once won at a carnival or lottery or any
+1 cash
b) Gas prices went up as soon as I decided to get a car.
+1 gas
c) What need a mechanic there are none and when I don't they're everywhere
+1 durability

You are feeling tired. Very tired.
a) Fixate on keeping your eyes open.
+headache
b) Slap yourself in the face!
+tired
-1 energy

My grandpa told me once about a book. MOST read when I come of age.
a) But I can't remember the name of the author or which book.
+1 energy
b) But ♥♥♥♥ that. I don't have time to read.
+tired

The ocean. Both calm and violent. I wonder how long this light house has been standing here.
a) One day I would like to set out to the sea
+inspired
b) Imagine being a lighthouse keeper
+scared

I wonder if I'll ever fall deep into grilled cheese addiction again?
a) So funny that it seems like everyone has one of those moments
+happy
b) Kinda jonzing for one right now to be honest.
+hungry

Did I forget...
a) Saying bye to my best friend?
+social
b) Turning off the oven before I left?
+hungry

Wow, those clouds are incredible.
a) Looks like some massive olympian castle. I gotta stop.
+inspired
b) It’s strange that I still get moved by something like a well lit cloud.
+inspired

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WANDERLUST
When clearing a road event during the day, gain 1 energy.
Unlock: innate (always on)

CAREFREE (for unemployed background)
Wanderlust restores one additional energy.
Unlock: innate

FAST LEARNER (for student background)
Start with one skill point. Gain a skill point when you read.
Unlock: innate

RACER (for racer background)
Adds special events during road events
Unlock: Complete the Great Race ending

WORKER (for intern background)
Your start with more cash
Unlock: Complete the Hard Worker ending

CAR SAVVY (for part-time mechanic background)
When restoring durability, restore one more
Unlock: Complete the Mechanic questline

DOWNER (for in-morning background)
When you become sad, also become satisfied. It rains more often.
Unlock: Complete the Inheritance ending

REHABILITATED
Start from the REHAB Facility
Unlock: Complete the rehab ending

VETERAN
No perks. Harder events earlier.
Unlock: Unlock 7 endings

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ALCOHOLIC
When you're no longer drunk, become sad.
Unlock: Drink. Alot. While already drunk.

ALLERGIC
Lose one energy when driving on a country road
Unlock: Introspection

BAD DRIVER
Start of road event: get one armor
Unlock: Black out from taking durability damage (lose all durability)

BOOK WORM
Read faster
Unlock: finish 3 books

BROKE
Start of player phase: remove one cash threat
Unlock: lose 0 cash when taking cash threat damage

CAREFUL CAR OWNER
You are VERY careful with your car. Durability threat are always attacking
Unlock: Don't let your durability drop below 80%

CITY KID
Get Inspired when entering a city
Unlock: Clear obstacles while exploring the city

COMFORTABLE
Staying in a hostel gives a chance to get a skill point
Unlock: Stay in a hostel 3 times

CRAFTY
Items are considered SWIFT
Unlock: Use crafty items

DRUNK MEAT EATER
Consuming vegetarian food gives you 1 energy. You can still eat meat, but only when you're drunk.
Unlock: Eat meat while drunk and vegetarian.

EXPERIENCED
Said skill will have a maximum use of 5 times
Unlock: use have-a-go 30 times

GLUTTON
Become hungry more often
Unlock: Eat large amounts of junk food

GOOD DRIVER
Drive faster
Unlock: Don't take any durability or gas damage for 6 complete roads

HEAVY SMOKER
when using cigarettes, consume 3 cigarettes instead of 1.
Unlock: smoke 36 cigarettes

HOARDER
If you have no empty space in your trunk, gain 2 energy after each road event
Unlock: Fill your entire trunk

IMPATIENT
Get In the zone when escaping an event
Unlock: Escape events

IN DENIAL
You're in constant withdrawal
Unlock: Refuse aid

INSPIRED WORKER
It costs less energy to work.
Unlock: Work when inspired.

JUNKIE
You're in constant withdrawal
Unlock: Use drugs excessively

KING OF THE ROAD
skills that are exhausted can still be used, but lose 1 durability and 1 gas when you do so
Unlock: Aquire all driving skills

LITTERBUG
In forest and mountain areas, add one gas threat to events.
Unlock: Throw away trash outside the car.

LONER
When driving alone: gain 1 energy at the start of each turn during events.
Unlock: Skip picking up hitchhikers

LUCKY BASTARD
You're rich!
Unlock: Win the lottery

MECHANIC
You get better prices at garages.
Unlock: use mechanic-related items

MOODY
Gainn 1 energy when rotating out a status effect.
Source: Rotate out of a status effect 5 times

OPTIMIST
Happy lasts twice as long!
Unlock: Use happy turns

PERFECTIONIST
All skills/items that only target ONE threat ignores shields
Unlock: Use skills and items that ignore SHIELDS.

PINCH-PURSE
desc: You are more likely to get robbed
Unlock: Don't spend money

RAIN LOVER
Sleeping in the tent while. it's raining, restores energy fully and inspires you.
Unlock: in Introspection “There's something about lying in a tent while it's raining” choose answer “a) The sound. It's the sound!”

SCAVENGER
Whenever you use a thrifty skill, add a small item to your glovebox with one use
Unlock: Aquire all thrifty skills

SMOKER
when using cigarettes, consume 2 cigarettes instead of 1.
Unlock: smoke 14 cigarettes

SOCIAL DRINKER
Turning in quests while drunk earns you more skill points
Unlock: Be drunk while talking to people

SOCIAL MASTER
All Hitchhiker skills have one additional use
Unlock: Acquire all social skills

SUGAR ADDICT
When you consume products with sugar, gain 1 extra energy but also become more tired
Unlock: Consume sugary items

TRUE HIKER
Whenever threat destroys armor, destroy the attacking threat.
Unlock: Aquire all hiking skills

ULTIMATE GOURMET
Whenever you consume food from the glovebox, destroy 1-2 random threat
Unlock: Aquire all gourmet skills

UNTRUSTHWORTHY
Find less quests.
Unlock: Fail enough quests

WORKAHOLIC
Aren't you on a Road Trip?
Unlock: work at the same place 3 times

WORKING CLASS HERO
When you use a basic skill you have a 50% chance to become inspired
Unlock: Aquire all basic skills