1994 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 135

Your Driving andthe Road Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as "highway hypnosis"? Or isit just plain falling asleepat thewheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever.' There issomething about an easy stretch of road with the samescenery, along with the hum of the tires on theroad, the drone of the engine, and the rushof the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy. Don't let ithappen to you! If it does, your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second, and you could crash and be injured. What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be awarethat it can happen. Second, here are some tips: Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to the sides. Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently. If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service, or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise, or both. For safety, treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency. Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you're planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your tripssafer and more enjoyable. 0 Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels andalso the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads.