In this post we will prevent drowsiness while driving a car. Let's go!
• Rest before the trip and advance preparation
You need to think through your route in advance, look at all possible options and understand approximately how long your trip will take. Of course, backup routes must also be thought out.
Before every long flight, you need to rest your body and mind. A good mood, a cup of tea and a relaxed body position will give you more energy before your journey. All worries will be left behind, as a clear plan and a short break are key aspects of staying alert behind the wheel.
• Coffee and energy drinks
There is an opinion that coffee drinks help keep concentration at a high level while driving. This is partly true!
But it should be in moderation. 300 ml of fresh coffee really stimulates brain function. However, larger volumes may cause sedation.
You should proceed from the individual characteristics of your body.
You also need to be careful about drinks containing caffeine: strong tea, cola and chocolate can have an ambiguous effect on the condition.
Undoubtedly, you need to be careful with instant coffee — it may not contain caffeine at all, but it can negatively affect digestion.
• Chair back position
In order not to feel drowsy, you can slightly change the inclination of the seat. An unfamiliar and slightly uncomfortable position will help you stay alert while moving.
• Cool salon
Cold air in the cabin will help fight sleep. Setting our body's stress temperature can help us avoid unpleasant situations. The influx of fresh air will increase your level of attention and improve brain function. If it's cold enough outside. Don't expose yourself to extreme hypothermia and just stop and get some fresh air.
• Music and communication
Conversations with the driver can dispel the sleepy atmosphere. If sedation occurs, the brain should be activated by discussions and listening to music. The working process in the central nervous system will counteract drowsiness.
• Air freshener
A flavor with invigorating pine or citrus aromas can have a beneficial effect on the body. It is better to move all passengers who want to sleep to the rear seats so as not to lose energy and not succumb to a drowsy reaction.
• Special gadgets
There are a number of camera devices that recognize the position and tilt of the face using Face ID. In case of deviation from the norm, the gadget will give a sharp sound signal.
Smart systems can be initially built into the car interior. They help not only prevent accidents by viewing the exterior and aligning the steering wheel, but also monitor the driver’s condition.
How can you tell if a driver is getting sleepy?
— If you notice that short-term memory has weakened, this means that drowsiness is close. How can I check this? Try to remember a section of the road you drove on earlier;
— If the driver looks only forward and into the distance, then you should try to look at the space in front of the hood or examine the instrument panel. If you have poor concentration, you will not be able to do this normally;
— General condition of the body. Dry mouth, relaxed muscles, frequent blinking and a relaxed jaw indicate a “drowsy” effect.
CAR4RU strongly recommends that nearby passengers monitor the driver’s condition. Long trips are a challenge for anyone. It is important to notice the signs in time and take measures to solve the problem.
We wish you easy travel and good health!