You and one person of your choice have been offered $10 million to drive across the United States, from Eastport, Maine, to Cape Flattery, Washington.
There’s just one catch: you must complete the journey in one continuous trip, and you’re not allowed to stop for more than one hour at a time.
The Rules
1. You must bring a partner.
You can choose anyone you want, and you can take turns driving so the other person can rest. However, you must complete the journey together unless a medical emergency forces one of you to leave.
2. You get one-hour breaks.
You can stop to refuel, buy food and drinks, use the bathroom or pick up supplies, but once your hour is up, you must continue driving.
An hour per day, that’s all that’s allowed
3. You receive no money upfront.
You must pay for everything yourself, including your vehicle, fuel, food and tolls. You’re allowed to use your savings, take out loans or use credit cards, but the organisers won’t give you a penny until you finish.
4. You can choose your vehicle.
Your options are a standard two-seater, an SUV, a van, a long-haul truck, a bus or an RV. Each has its advantages and disadvantages, and you cannot switch vehicles once the challenge begins.
5. Weather emergencies can change your route.
If a major weather emergency affects an area you’re travelling through, you’ll be redirected around it, even if that adds hundreds of miles to your journey.
6. Getting pulled over doesn’t mean you’ve lost.
You can receive a ticket, but once the police let you go, you can continue. However, if your vehicle breaks down, you’ll have to fix it yourself using the tools provided. If it’s damaged beyond repair or you can’t get it running again, the challenge is over.
7. Medical emergencies are treated differently.
If either of you suffers a medical emergency, that person will be taken to hospital. The other person can either quit or continue alone. If they successfully finish the journey, the $10 million will still be split equally between you, meaning you each receive $5 million.
The Prize
Once you reach Cape Flattery, Washington, the $10 million is deposited into your bank account. But if you fail to complete the challenge, you get nothing.
You have to finance the entire trip yourself, deal with thousands of miles of driving and handle whatever problems come your way.
So, would you accept the challenge for $10 million?