1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup Owner's Manual - Page 174

Highway Hypnosis :,Is there actually such a condtion as "highway hypnosis"? "Or is it just plain falling asleep atthe wheel? .Callit highway hypnosis, lack of awareness; or whatevm. There is something. about easy stretch of road with the an same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on th.eroad, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind :against .thevehcle that c a i ~ a k you sleepy. Don't letit happen ~ e .?toyou! If it does, your vehicle canleave the soad h.Eess tlzan a second, and you could crash and be injured. What can you do about h.ighway hypnosis? First, be aware that it can .happen. Then here a-e some tips: 0 Hill and Mountain Roads- Make sure.your vehicle:is well ventilated; with a comfortably cool interior. 0 Keep your eyes moving. Scan -the road ahead and t o the sides. Cheek y-ourmirrors and your imtruine'nts frequently. If-you get sleepy, p.ull off-theroad into a rest, service or-par.king- area and a asp, get some exercise, or take both. For safety, treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency. Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from drivjng .in flat or.ro1ling terrain. 0. 4-37