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When you rent a car from a car rental company, you could be in for many long hours on the open road. All the hours driving on monotonous highways could easily lead to driver fatigue, and the best way to prevent driver fatigue is to make sure you have enough sleep before driving, regardless of the length of your trip.
The best way to avoid a fatal fatigue crash while driving is to recognise the early warning signs:
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Yawning
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Poor concentration
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Tired eyes
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Restlessness
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Drowsiness
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Slow reactions
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Boredom
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Oversteering
Tips on avoiding fatigue-related accidents:
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Get a good night’s sleep before commencing a long trip.
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Do not drive at times when you would normally be asleep.
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Avoid long drives after work.
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Take regular breaks from driving (use Rest areas).
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Share the driving whenever possible.
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Pull over and stop when drowsiness, discomfort or loss of concentration occurs.
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Find out whether any medicine you are taking may affect your driving.
Rest areas
Rest areas are places where you can park safely, get out of your car and refresh yourself before continuing on your journey. They are available 24 hours a day all year round and are clearly signposted.
Service centres, petrol stations, parks and country towns are other places you can stop and take a break from driving.
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