xbee on a car sensor

Can xbee be used to communicate between a sensor outside of a car to an arduio in side the car?

I want to make a laser curb feeler for my low front bumper.

Can xbee be used to communicate between a sensor outside of a car to an arduio in side the car?

For most normal sized cars, yes.

I want to make a laser curb feeler for my low front bumper.

A wire is cheaper and easier to waterproof. Much cheaper.