Apart from the stress factor, driving long distances could become dangerous if you *knock on wood* fall asleep.
If your work dictates that you drive long distances (rather than fly) to visit clients and/or go back home, you might want to try out the following tips:
- Try to avoid eating a lot as it could bring your blood sugar down which can make you feel tired.
- Chew gum. Moving your jew could help keep you awake.
- Open the windows and let the cool air in.
You can also ask buy (or go rent-a-car) a Mercedes Benz in the future.
Apparently, Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. is developing a warning system for motorists which should recognize fatigue in time to warn the driver.
Eye-blink observation method, electroencephalogram (EEG) readings and dynamic driving data (steering and braking) are being tested by engineers as ways to detect when driver fatigue sets in.
Let's all cross our fingers that this will technology will soon be available. Not only will it help business travelers on the road, it will also ensure that everyone on the road with long-distance drivers are also safe.
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