Put an End to Drowsy Driving, Today

Drivers are expected to be alert and ready when on the road. Drivers are expected to focus their attention on the road, and not allow sleep to affect their driving. But this is not always the case in American streets and roads. According to statistics and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an estimated 1 in every 25 adult drivers have fallen asleep while driving their car in the last 30 days. Also, roughly 72,000 crashes and another 44,000 injuries were reported due to drowsy driving in 2013.

Drowsy driving is common, and it can happen to you. Don’t let drowsiness endanger your safety and the safety of other drivers on the road. When driving, make sure to drive alert and ready to remain safe and unhurt. And to help keep the road safe, you should learn some of the warning signs associated with drowsy driving.

One, you are already drowsy if you noticed yourself yawning frequently, or if you have difficulties remembering the road details and signs for the past few miles. Two, you’re already sleepy if you missed an exit or a turn. Also, if you constantly drift from the lane or hit regularly hit the side of the road.

If you observe and experience these signs, you should pull over, take a rest, or let someone take the steering wheel. You can also turn in the radio, or open the car windows. These steps can help you keep alert, and keep you safe on and off the road.