Occurrences, some of which are scripted and some of which are based on various probabilistic factors.

Car troubles

Could involve a mini-game to repair

Depends on speed, terrain, climate, etc.

• Blowing a tire
• Suspension failure
• Headlights out
• Accident
• Motor overheated

Random environment events

• Thunderstorms
• Dust storms
• Heat waves
• Flooded road
• Landslide
• Something or someone on the road
  • Hitchhiker
  • Broken down car/stranded person
  • Stampede