Friday, 27 May 2016

The Drowsy Driver: How to Stay Awake During Long Drives

Drivers during long trips could find it a tough feat to stay awake behind the wheel. During family trips and road trips with some friends, all or most of the passengers fall asleep after a few hours of being on the road. Having no one to talk to and seeing everybody sleeping might make the driver nod off. The following are some tips for drivers to avoid feeling sleep while driving:

Sunflower seeds
The continuous cracking sound and chewing of sunflower seeds keep the driver awake. The kick of salt or spice also helps stimulate the senses! Other road-friendly snacks are helpful as well.

Buddy system and naps
Having another driver during long trips ensures a more relaxed journey. Pull-over and switch drivers after a few hours and take a nap.

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Long sleep before the trip
Make sure to get at least 7 hours of sleep before driving for many hours. An adequate number of sleeping hours will keep the drive energized for the next day.

Auto karaoke
Singing makes use of the voice and the brain cells, helping the driver dispel the haze. If other people in the car are sleeping, avoid singing too loud or singing with them if they are awake.

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Anti-sleep apps
There are some applications such as Anti Drowse, Anti Sleep Driver, and Driver Alarm that can be downloaded for free. Driver Alarm should be placed in front of the driver and it will constantly monitor the driver’s eyes if they look droopy. Of course, the time-worn method of drinking coffee also works for many.

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