Highway
Hypnosis
Is
there actually such a condition as “highway
hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel?
Call it highway hypnosis, lack
of
awareness, or
whatever.
There is something about an easy stretch
of
road with
the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the
road, the drone
of
the engine, and the rush
of
the wind
against the vehicle that can make you sleepy. Don’t let it
happen to you!
If
it does, your vehicle can leave
the
road in less than a second, and
you
could crash and be
injured.
What can
you
do about highway hypnosis? First,
be
aware that it can happen.
Then here are some tips:
Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a
comfortably cool interior.
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Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to
the
sides. Check your rearview mirrors and your
instruments frequently.
If you get sleepy, pull
off
the road into a rest, service,
or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise, or
both. For safety, treat drowsiness on the highway as
an emergency.
Hill and Mountain
Roads
Driving on steep hills or mountains
is
different from
driving in
flat
or rolling terrain.
If
you
drive regularly in steep country, or
if
you’re
planning
to
visit there, here are some tips that can make
your trips safer and more enjoyable.
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