1995 Pontiac Sunfire Owner's Manual - Page 159

Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as "highway hypnosis"? Or is it just plain falling asleepat the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the droneof the engine, and the rush of the wind 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 that it can happen. Then here aresome tips: 0 Hill and Mountain Roads 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 someexercise, or both. For safety, treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency. Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain. 4-22