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While [[Zoi]]s can explore the [[city]] on foot or potentially use [[public transportation]], owning a personal [[vehicle]] offers convenience and freedom. [[Cars]] are the sole means of personal vehicle transport currently available in [[Early Access]]. They allow Zois to travel longer distances and explore the city in style. Cars are considered a luxury [[item]] and are not strictly required for getting around.

==Quick Guide==

===Purchase a Car===

Use the [[Dream Car]] app on your [[Smartphone]] to purchase a [[vehicle]]. Pick your desired [[car]] and hit the Buy button, and it will be parked right outside your [[home]]. With a car, you can travel long distances.

==~~How to~~ Drive a Car==

===Drive a Car===

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To find your car, click on your active [[Zoi]] and select [[Car Interaction]] - [[Get In Car]] to have them enter the car.

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You can also press '''[Tab]''' to switch the [[camera view]]. Driving from inside the car (1st person view) offers a more immersive experience.

==How to Acquire a Car==

To purchase a car, your [[Zoi]] must use the [[Dream Car]] app on their [[Smartphone]]. Within the app, you can browse the available cars.

===Buying Process===

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#Open the [[Smartphone]] (icon next to the Zoi's portrait) or press [P]

#Select the orange [[Dream Car]] app icon.

#Browse the available [[car]] models.

#Select the desired car.

#Choose a color during checkout.

#Click the 'Buy' button. The price will be deducted from your [[Money|Meows]].

#The purchased car will be delivered to the parking lot or street right outside your [[home]].

*Note: There are decorative cars available in [[Build Mode]], but these are non-functional and cannot be driven.

===Selling a Car===

If you wish to sell your current car, to upgrade or rely on other transport, open the [[Dream Car]] app on your phone and select the option to sell your vehicle. You will receive a lump sum of [[meow]] (money) for it, and the car will no longer be accessible.

==Available Cars==

As of [[Early Access]], the following cars are available for purchase via the [[Dream Car]] app. While some details like color options are listed, the app provides limited descriptions beyond model and price.

{| class="wikitable"

|+ List of Purchasable Cars

|-

! Car Model !! Price (Meows) !! Available Colors

|-

| [[Z-Car]] || 10,000 || White, Grey, Black, Blue, Green

|-

| [[Sedan]] || 30,000 || White, Grey, Black, Blue, Green

|-

| [[SUV]] || 55,000 || White, Grey, Black, Blue, Green

|-

| [[Hyundai INSTER]] || 14,600 || Grey, Black, Copper

|-

| [[Hyundai AZERA]] || 37,110 || Grey, Black

|-

| [[Hyundai IONIQ 5]] || 47,000 || Grey, Copper, Green

|}

==Driving Your Car==

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The [[Zoi]] who purchased the car is the one who can drive it. To begin driving:

#Click on the active [[Zoi]] (who owns the car).

#Select [[Car Interaction]] -> [[Get In Car]].

#Alternatively, click directly on the nearby car owned by the Zoi.

#Choose the desired seat (Driver's Seat, Passenger's Seat, etc.).

Driving can be done manually by the player or automatically by the Zoi.

===Manual Driving===

To enable manual control:

#Go to '''Options''' -> '''Gameplay'''.

#Find the '''Driving''' section.

#Toggle '''Enable Manual Driving''' to '''On'''.

Once enabled, get in the driver's seat (via Zoi interaction -> "car" submenu -> "Get in car (manual driving)"). Manual driving uses the following controls:

{| class="wikitable"

|+ Manual Driving Controls

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! Key/Input !! Action

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| '''[W]''' || Accelerate

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| '''[S]''' || Brake / Reverse

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| '''[A]''' || Steer Left

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| '''[D]''' || Steer Right

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| '''[Left Mouse Click]''' || Honk Horn

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| '''[Tab]''' || Switch [[camera view]] between 3rd person (outside of car) and 1st person (inside the car)

|}

While manually driving, you can freely explore the [[city]] within [[neighborhood]] bounds. The game speed is fixed at 1x during manual driving. Be aware that careless driving can lead to traffic accidents involving other cars or Zois. Rear-ending another car may result in arguments with the other driver and potentially create an [[enemy]], though there are no reported financial costs for damages.

===Automatic Driving===

This is the default and generally safer method. Your Zoi will drive themselves to the destination, following traffic laws.

To initiate automatic driving:

#Open the [[Edit City]] menu (map) by pressing '''[M]'''.

#Click on a destination lot or marked location.

#Select the '''Drive Here''' option.

Your Zoi will walk to the car, enter it, and drive. You can press '''[Tab]''' to switch to a first-person view ("shoulder view") to watch the journey. Automatic driving sequences may sometimes involve a loading screen between locations and can be less scenic. There is also an option to skip the trip entirely.

*Important Note: Even with automatic driving, car accidents can occasionally occur, according to developer comments (Kjun's Concerns post).

==Car Interactions==

Besides driving, Zois can interact with their cars in several ways when parked:

*'''Get In/Choose Seat:''' Select Driver's Seat, Passenger's Seat, Behind Driver's Seat, or Behind Passenger's Seat.

*'''Use Trunk:''' Open and close the front or back trunk.

*'''Wash the Car:''' Manually clean the car to restore its appearance if it gets [[dirty]].

*'''Repair:''' Fix the car if it gets [[damaged]], likely from an [[accident]].

*'''Take a Selfie With Car:''' The [[Zoi]] poses on the hood for a selfie. This action raises the [[Media Production]] [[skill]], though the photos taken aren't viewable in-game.

*'''Roll Windows:''' Roll individual [[windows]] up or down.

*'''Turn On Lights:''' Toggle Headlights, Emergency Lights, and Left/Right Turn Signals.

*'''Emergency Exit:''' If a Zoi becomes stuck inside the car (due to a potential bug where the exit option disappears), open the [[Psycat Guide]] menu (bottom right) and use the [[Emergency Rescue]] button to spawn the Zoi nearby outside the car.

==Limitations and Considerations==

*''Age Restriction:''' Only Zois in the [[Teenager]] [[age group]] or older can drive. [[Child]] Zois cannot sit in the Driver's Seat.

*'''Functionality:''' Driving is described by some as currently superfluous, meaning it may not be significantly faster than [[walking]] or using the [[subway]]/[[public transport]]. Its primary function might be for role-playing rather than pure efficiency in [[Early Access]].

*'''Other Vehicles:''' Currently, only cars are available as drivable vehicles. It is unknown if or when other types like [[boats]], [[planes]], or [[motorcycles]] will be added.

==Additional Information from the Developer==

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