1994 Chevrolet S10 Pickup Owner's Manual - Page 167

High way Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as "highway hypnosis"?is itjust plain Or falling asleepat the wheel? Callit highway hypnosis, lack awareness, or of whatever. There is something about an easy stretch road with the same scenery, of along with thehum of the tires on the road, drone of the engine, and the the rush of the wind againstthe vehicle that can make you sleepy. Don'tit let happen to you! If it does, your vehicle can leave the road less than a in second, and you could crash and injured. be What can you about highway hypnosis? First, aware thatit can do be happen. Then here are some tips: 0 Make sure your vehicle well ventilated, with a comfortablycool is interior. 0 Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to sides. Check the your mirrors and your instruments frequently. If you get sleepy, pulloff the road into a rest, service, or parking area and take a nap, some exercise,or both. For safety, treat drowsiness get on the highwayas an emergency. 0 Hill and Mountain Roads Driving onsteep hills or mountains is different driving in flat or from rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you're planning to visit there, here are some tips that make yourtrips safer and more enjoyable. (See can "Off-Road Driving" in the Index information about driving off-road.) for 4-31