[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/cars-you-can-sleep-in\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/cars-you-can-sleep-in\/","headline":"Cars you could sleep in…","name":"Cars you could sleep in…","description":"Most people get in a car to go somewhere: work, the shops, to meet pals.\u00a0Others drive just enjoy the thrill of exploiting all that horsepower and seeing what a car can do. But rarely, in fact barely ever, does anyone enter a vehicle with the explicit reason of getting some shut-eye. Car manufacturers don\u2019t boast about how their latest model will guarantee you some quality snooze time or how it comes with built-in duvets as standard. So, what\u2019s this feature […]","datePublished":"2018-05-08","dateModified":"2018-05-10","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/worlds-longest-car-feature.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/worlds-longest-car-feature.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/cars-you-can-sleep-in\/","about":["BLOG","LATEST CAR NEWS"],"wordCount":645,"keywords":["Fiat","Vauxhall","worlds longest car"],"articleBody":"Most people get in a car to go somewhere: work, the shops, to meet pals.\u00a0Others drive just enjoy the thrill of exploiting all that horsepower and seeing what a car can do. But rarely, in fact barely ever, does anyone enter a vehicle with the explicit reason of getting some shut-eye.Car manufacturers don\u2019t boast about how their latest model will guarantee you some quality snooze time or how it comes with built-in duvets as standard.So, what\u2019s this feature about? Well, this week marks National Sleepover Day (May 9) and in respect of this little-known commemorative day, now seemed to be the perfect time to investigate this sleepy sector.Legal issues?Some of you may be wondering if it is even legal to sleep in your car in the UK and the answer is yes.One in five serious accidents are caused by someone falling asleep at the wheel, so it\u2019d be at the detriment of road safety to outlaw in-car kipping.However, there are two caveats. First, you must be legally parked in a safe location that does not cause a hazard for other road users. Be wary of spots that have a maximum staying time, such as service stations or supermarkets.Secondly, you must not be under the influence of drink or drugs, so if you\u2019re thinking of sleeping in the pub car park after a heavy night, make new plans.Aside from that, there\u2019s nothing stopping you from catching some zeds in your Z4, although a roadster would be one of the worst kinds of cars to sleep in, so which would be good?Fiat 500LIt\u2019s one of the largest Fiat cars you can buy right now but it\u2019s hardly the most spacious car around.However, there\u2019s one key feature that secures it entry to this list: a coffee machine.The 500L is still the only car on the market that boasts its own espresso maker, which means you can start the day with a cup of joe just like you would if you had woken up at home.Side note: the actual coffee machine is a bit of a faff and ridiculously noisy but y\u2019know, the option\u2019s there\u2026Vauxhall AdamThis compact city car might be a bit of a squeeze for sleeping in, but no other car can guarantee you a clear starry sky every evening like the Adam with its Stars Illuminated Headliner.The longest car in the worldEveryone values legroom, especially if you\u2019re lying your whole body\u2019s length, so which car could be better to stretch out in than \u2018the American Dream\u2019 – aka the longest car in the world.At 100 foot long, it needs 26 wheels to move and has its own jacuzzi, diving board, a helicopter pad, and most importantly in this case, a king-sized water bed. Despite its lavish nature, it\u2019s not actually road legal.Originally designed in 1986 by Jay Ohrberg of Burbank, California, it was used as a promotional vehicle before being abandoned at the end of its lease. It resurfaced in 2012 albeit in pretty poor shape, with tears in the roof, damaged bodywork, broken windows and a rusty jacuzzi.Thankfully, it was picked up by New York\u2019s Autoseum Automotive Teaching Museum and is now being to teach students how to fix, build and fabricate cars.Pretty much any D-segment estateIf you came here for serious answers, look to the Mondeo, Superb, Passat, A4, Insignia, V60; we couldn\u2019t settle on a specific model but name a D-segment estate and it\u2019ll most likely be up to the job.Pretty much any MPVApply that same logic to MPVs and again, you\u2019ll be right (C4 Picasso, Scenic, Sharan, Alhambra)… Which car would you choose to sleep in? Let us know down there in the comments… "},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Cars you could sleep in…","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/cars-you-can-sleep-in\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]