American Dad!

Hayley and Jeff move into a van, turning it into their new mobile home and setting off to live life on the open road. At the same time, Francine and Steve are haunted by the memory of a rideshare driver they gave a poor rating.

The Long March is a programme formatted as a single episode. Classified under the episode genre, it follows a compact narrative that intertwines the lives of two separate pairs of characters, presenting their distinct experiences within a shared thematic framework. The episode runs as a self‑contained story, offering viewers a glimpse into unconventional lifestyles. In this instalment, Hayley and Jeff decide to abandon conventional housing and settle into a van, embracing the freedom of life on the road. Meanwhile, Francine and Steve find themselves unsettled after a rideshare driver they rated poorly begins to haunt them, turning a simple rating into a lingering presence. The van‑living storyline follows Hayley and Jeff as they're converting the vehicle into a mobile home, navigating the challenges and liberties that come with constant travel. Their choice reflects a deliberate shift away from static living, allowing them to experience new places and spontaneous encounters while staying within the confines of their mobile shelter. Francine and Steve's subplot centres on the unsettling aftermath of their low rating for a rideshare driver. The driver appears to linger in their thoughts, creating a sense of being haunted. Their experience highlights how a seemingly minor digital interaction can evolve into an uncomfortable, persistent concern that follows them beyond the original ride.