Driving may seem easy once you get used to it, but it’s actually far from trivial. Indeed, you must remember that you have a car weighing more than a ton in your hands, and that it can cause a lot of damage if you do not know how to use it. Therefore, it is strictly forbidden to use drugs or alcohol before driving. But there are also many other risk factors, e.g speed as well as fatigue. But it is currently impossible to measure the latter and punish motorists, who are also very dangerous.

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A real danger

Indeed, on the highway, fatigue remains one of the main causes of road accidents. With only 5-6 hours of sleep, we double the risk of a crash, which is equivalent to a person with a blood alcohol level of 0.8 grams, which in this case is an offence. But it is impossible to measure the level of fatigue of motorists, even if in some countries it is sometimes done, thanks to blood tests. Several manufacturers also install cameras for monitoring level of sleepiness, but this is clearly not enough. Because they are only used to warn the driver that he needs to take a break to rest.

A few tips

There are a few more tips on how to avoid nose diving in the car. If you notice a squint in your eyes, a pain in your back or some restlessness, don’t waste time and stop. Avoid driving if you can from 13:00 to 16:00 and from 3:00 to 5:00.. This is the time when your body is usually most conducive to falling asleep. And don’t forget to take regular breaks of at least twenty minutes every two hours. If possible, take a walk to stretch your legs.