1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass Owner's Manual - Page 168
1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass Manual
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Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition "highway hypnosis"? as Or is it just plain falling asleepthe wheel? Call it at highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something aboutan easy stretchof road with of the same scenery, along with the hum the tires on the road, the drone the engine, and the rush the wind of of against the vehicle that can make you sleepy. Don't let it happen to you! If it does, your vehicle can leave the road inless than a secund, and you could crash and be injured. What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be aware thatit can happen. Then here are some tips: Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. Hill and Mountain Roads Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from the sides. Check your rearview mirrors and your driving in flat or rolling terrain. instruments frequently. If you get sleepy, pulloff the road into a rest, service or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise, or on both. For safety, treat drowsiness the highway as an emergency. 4-22