The dangers of driving at night
Especially during the cold season, drivers are more exposed to the dangers of sleeping at the wheel.
- Drive only if you are fully rested.
- Don't take the wheel if you feel you are starting to fall asleep, no matter the time or place.
- Sleep a little or exercise, cancel or delay your trip or let someone more alert do the driving.
- Stay awake. Listen to talk radio or to entertaining music.
- Ask someone to go along with you during long trips.
- Constantly watch road signs and traffic.
- Find a safe place to stop.
- During long drives, stop every two hours.
- Beware of the effects of coffee. You could think you are awake although your reflexes are slower!