Millions Drive Drowsy and
About one-half of America's adult drivers - 51 percent or approximately 100 million people - are on the roads feeling sleepy while they are driving. Nearly two in 10 drivers - 17 percent or approximately 14 million people - say they have actually fallen asleep at the wheel in the past year.
This marks the fifth consecutive year that approximately one-half or more of adult drivers admit to driving while drowsy or sleepy in NSF's annual poll. One percent of the respondents say they had an accident because they dozed off or were too tired to drive, a figure that has remained consistent in the polls.
Did you know that males and young adults between 18 and 29 are at the highest risk for drowsy driving and falling asleep at the wheel?
Did you know that two-thirds of young adults who drive, reported that they were driving while drowsy ? Adults with children in the household are more likely to drive drowsy than those without children.
Did you know that older adults, 65 and over, are the least likely to drive drowsy or to fall asleep at the wheel?
Did you know that more than one-half (59%) of the drowsy drivers admit they did not stop because of their sleepiness?
Did you know the Warning Signs of Fatigue While Driving?
There are several signs to indicate fatigue while driving, many people may not associate the symptoms with fatigue or sleepiness and continue to drive when they should stop.
About one-half of America's adult drivers - 51 percent or approximately 100 million people - are on the roads feeling sleepy while they are driving. Nearly two in 10 drivers - 17 percent or approximately 14 million people - say they have actually fallen asleep at the wheel in the past year.
This marks the fifth consecutive year that approximately one-half or more of adult drivers admit to driving while drowsy or sleepy in NSF's annual poll. One percent of the respondents say they had an accident because they dozed off or were too tired to drive, a figure that has remained consistent in the polls.
Did you know that males and young adults between 18 and 29 are at the highest risk for drowsy driving and falling asleep at the wheel? Did you know that two-thirds of young adults who drive, reported that they were driving while drowsy ? Adults with children in the household are more likely to drive drowsy than those without children.
Did you know that older adults, 65 and over, are the least likely to drive drowsy or to fall asleep at the wheel?
Did you know that more than one-half (59%) of the drowsy drivers admit they did not stop because of their sleepiness?
Did you know the Warning Signs of Fatigue While Driving?
There are several signs to indicate fatigue while driving, many people may not associate the symptoms with fatigue or sleepiness and continue to drive when they should stop.
Here are some signs that should tell a driver to stop and rest.
The best way to prevent a fall-asleep crash is to plan ahead and get plenty of sleep before hitting the road. If you start to feel tired while driving, stop or have a driving companion take over.
If you a
re not stopping for the night, find a safe, well-lit area and take a 15-20 minute nap.
Did you know Caffeine from coffee or energy drinks can promote short-term alertness?
Did you know it takes about 30 minutes for the drinks to enter the bloodstream?
Did you know that Blasting a radio, opening a window and similar "tricks" to stay awake do not work? That's proof!!!
- Difficulty focusing, frequent blinking, or heavy eyelids.
- Trouble keeping your head up.
- Yawning repeatedly.
- Trouble remembering the last few miles driven; missing exits or traffic signs.
- Drifting from your lane, tailgating, or hitting a shoulder rumble strip
The best way to prevent a fall-asleep crash is to plan ahead and get plenty of sleep before hitting the road. If you start to feel tired while driving, stop or have a driving companion take over.
If you a
re not stopping for the night, find a safe, well-lit area and take a 15-20 minute nap.Did you know Caffeine from coffee or energy drinks can promote short-term alertness?
Did you know it takes about 30 minutes for the drinks to enter the bloodstream?
Did you know that Blasting a radio, opening a window and similar "tricks" to stay awake do not work? That's proof!!!
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