1995 Pontiac Firebird Owner's Manual - Page 174

Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as "highway hypnosis"? Oris it just plain falling asleepat the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack awareness, or of whatever. Hill and Mountain Roads There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone the engine, and the rush of the wind 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 in less than a second, 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 vehicleis well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. 0 , . . C? 'j .i . . 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. Driving on steep hillsor mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain. 0 4-23