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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.
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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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Keep your vehicle
in
good shape.
Check all fluid levels and also the
brakes, tires, cooling system and
transaxle. These parts can work hard
on mountain roads.