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Extended driving can make us feel tired and sleepy. Driving without getting adequate rest also increases the risk of losing focus on the road, which increases the chances of an accident. With enough exhaustion, we can even momentarily fall asleep while driving – this phenomenon is called microsleeping. What are Microsleeps? This is an uncontrollable and brief lapse of conscientiousness – or a very, very short sleep. These episodes last between 10 seconds to 30 seconds. During this time, you are not in control of your car. There is the very real chance your car could swerve off the road and onto oncoming traffic. Microsleeps happen when someone is trying to fight sleep. Eventually, your body shuts down as the urge to sleep is overpowering. If you’re feeling fatigued while driving, the best thing you can do is stop your car and find somewhere to rest or let someone else take over driving. When you are struggling to stay awake you increase the chances of a car acciden...

An accident does not only lead to injury but it also causes a loss of confidence in driving. When someone is involved in an accident, it becomes very difficult for them to get back to driving due to anxiety and fears of being behind the wheel . There are several steps that you can take to get back to driving your vehicle after being in a car crash. You shouldn’t let an accident get in the way of your way of life. Start Small And Work Your Way Up The first step is to take driving slowly. It can be nerve-racking at first to get behind the wheel again, so it is recommended that you don't push yourself too much. You can start by driving around your neighbourhood or some backstreets (or even an empty car park if this is too much). This will slowly increase your confidence until you feel comfortable with getting out onto main roads and motorways. Take your time to adjust to driving without forcing yourself. Talk to Someone Another effective way to regain confidence after...

In most countries, there are mandatory visual standards that must be met for a driver to get their driving licence and to drive safely on the road. Unlike before, there are different types of visual aids available that make it possible for people with visual impairments to drive their car safely. Some of these include glasses or contact lenses. Also, advancements in car safety technology have made it easier for safe driving. There are self-driving cars, driver assistant features, as well as sensory features in modern cars. All this makes it possible for people with visual impairments to drive around safely. Special Licences for People with Visual Impairments In most cases, people with visual impairments are given a special driving licence. This is mostly accompanied by restrictions, such not being able to drive at night. They are also required to make some modifications to their cars to help them drive safely. To get this licence, an eye test is conducted which determines if th...

Night driving is risky compared to daytime driving. Most car accidents happen at night. If you must drive at night it is important to fully understand the tips and safety measures of night driving. Tips For Safe Driving At Night If you must drive at night, then you should pay attention to the following safety tips for safe night driving. Configure the Headlights Headlights are very useful at night and therefore they ought to be configured right. They should point correctly at the road. They should not point too low or too high.   Find a mechanic to help you with headlights aiming. This will improve your visibility at night. Also, ensure the glass of the headlights is clean and free from dust.   Dim the Inner Lightings In modern-day cars, there are several lights on the dashboard, some of these can be very bright causing an obstruction.   These lights cause reflection on the windshield which lowers visibility.   To reduce the chances of a car accident, ...