1996 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 171

Highway Hypnosis Is there actuallysuch a condition as "highway hypnosis"? Or is just plain falling asleep at the wheel? it Call it highway,hypnosis,lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about easy stretchof road with an the same scenery, along with the hum the tires on of the road, the drone the engine, and the of the wind of rush against the vehicle that make you sleepy. Don't it can let happen to you!If it does, your vehicle leave the can be road in Zess than a second, and you could crash and injured. What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be aware that it can happen. Then here aresome tips: Hill and Mountain Roads Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, witha Comfortably cool interior. Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road aheadand to the sides. Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently. Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain. If you get sleepy, pulloff the road into a rest, service or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise, or both. For safety, treatdrowsiness on the highway as an emergency. 4-23