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.
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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