Most people understand the risks of distracted or impaired driving, but drowsy driving is often overlooked—and just as dangerous. When you’re tired behind the wheel, your reaction time slows, your focus drifts, and your ability to make quick decisions is compromised.
In fact, driving while sleep-deprived can have effects similar to driving under the influence of alcohol. You may miss traffic signals, drift between lanes, or even experience microsleeps—brief moments where you fall asleep without realizing it. At highway speeds, even a few seconds of inattention can lead to serious or fatal accidents.
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