Highway Hypnosis - Chevrolet 2003 Express Van Owner's Manual

Highway Hypnosis
I s
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.
Then here are some tips:
Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a
Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and
comfortably cool interior.
to the sides. Check your 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.
What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be
aware that it can happen.
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