In the third episode of "The Road Trip" titled "Pulled Over," the journey through Spain takes an unexpected turn as the characters find themselves at the mercy of a language barrier and the law. The episode begins with the aftermath of Dylan (Laurie Davidson) and Addie's (Emma Appleton) intimate encounter, where Dylan's subtle inquiries about Addie's summer plans hint at his desire to maintain a connection. His request to stay in touch is met with Addie's agreement, setting the stage for the ongoing tension between them.
A week into Addie's summer, she struggles to remember her students' names, but her conversation with Deb (Isabella Laughland) suggests that her teaching job is going well. However, her relationship with Dylan seems to have hit a standstill since their abrupt departure. In contrast, Deb's relationship appears to be thriving until she unexpectedly confesses her love to her partner, throwing their dynamic into question.
Dylan's professional life is also fraught with challenges as his father grills him about the risk capacity report on the Harman account. Fortunately, Marcus (David Jonsson) is on hand to cover for him. Meanwhile, Addie sends Dylan a cryptic text, leaving him unsure of how to respond. Dylan's father intervenes, insisting that he meet the account holders for dinner, further complicating Dylan's personal life.
In the present, Marcus attempts to engage the group in a game of 'Would You Rather,' but the situation becomes awkward when Rodney (Angus Imrie) makes an inappropriate comment about Deb. Deb's decision to have Addie pull over leads to a series of events that reveal hidden secrets and tensions within the group.
Dylan's attempt to apologize to Addie for not sharing driving duties backfires when she realizes she never removed him from her insurance. As they continue their journey, a mysterious girl on a motorcycle follows them, escalating the tension. Marcus and Deb argue over who the girl might be pursuing, and Marcus's phone dies before he can use a dating app to identify her. Dylan refuses to let Marcus use his phone, leading to a moment of boredom-induced mishap when Marcus eats something that sets his mouth on fire. In a desperate attempt to soothe the burn, he drinks Deb's breast milk, leading to a chaotic scene where the milk is thrown out the window, hitting the girl on the bike and resulting in the group being pulled over by an undercover cop, Agent Dolores Cabello (Olaya Lopez).
The episode takes a detour into the past, revealing that Dylan had invited Addie to a work outing, despite not informing her until she arrived. The night is filled with drinking and discussing personal issues, with Marcus keeping Addie company. Meanwhile, Deb visits her girlfriend to apologize for her confession of love, only to discover that her girlfriend is pregnant, adding another layer to their relationship.
Marcus treats Addie to whiskey and attempts to delve deeper into her personal life, commenting that she is too interesting for Dylan. However, their conversation is interrupted by Dylan, and Addie storms off, only to be convinced to join him for a drink. At the bar, Addie makes Dylan buy drinks for her and Deb, and Deb shares her news about her girlfriend's pregnancy. This leads to Dylan revealing that he was an accident child, a moment that brings them closer together.
The present sees Addie storming off, leaving the group behind after a heated argument with Dylan, who blames her for their relationship's issues. Addie reveals that Marcus kissed her, a revelation that leaves Dylan stunned. The episode concludes with Addie returning to the van and leaving Dylan, Marcus, and Rodney behind, setting the stage for further conflict and resolution in the coming episodes.
"Pulled Over" is a rollercoaster of emotions, misunderstandings, and revelations that highlight the complexities of human relationships and the consequences of our actions. The characters' journey through Spain is not only a physical trip but also an emotional one, as they navigate the roads of their past and present, searching for clarity and connection.