Killer Facts
Normally, when we're sleeping everything around us is peaceful and quiet, that is unless you're sleeping and driving at the same time! One in five road accidents on Britains motorways and other monotonous roads is down to drivers falling asleep at the wheel. The accidents are far more violent and deadly than a normal accident due to the fact that the driver will normally wake up when its too late to react to what they see coming towards them. Aged 30 and under and you're even more likely to have a sleep related accident.
So what can you do on long journeys to help?
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In a recent
test, drivers using a mobile phone whilst driving had a
slower reaction speed than drivers over the legal alcohol
limit.
Don't over-stretch
yourself by driving too long or missing out on meals
Drink a drink with
plenty of caffeine like coffee or an energy drink
Stop off at a service station (never on the hard shoulder)
and have a quick nap. Even fifteen minutes can do wonders for your energy
Get a good nights sleep
before hand 
Avoid driving between 12 midnight and 6am, your body is more
used to sleeping
at this
time, not driving!
Plan frequent rest
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Did you know that
reaction time slows down by up to 20% if you are listening to
loud music in the car or fast dance music?| Site Copyright World Driving | |
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