How to Avoid Highway Hypnosis with the Help of Massachusetts Car Insurance
Have you ever been under
‘highway hypnosis’? If you have had the experience of driving somewhere and
suddenly realizing you can’t remember the last few miles, the answer is
probably yes. Highway hypnosis is a trancelike state that drivers experience
when staring at long stretches of road. It can slow down reaction times and make
drivers less alert and could be a cause of a collision leading to an expensive
claim on your Massachusetts
car insurance, or something far worse.
Combating highway
hypnosis is important if you want to be a safe driver. At the first signs of drowsiness or feeling spaced
out, try one of all of the following:
- Wind down your window or turn up the air conditioning
- Shift your gaze from the road to passing objects to break the trance
- Pull over and take a break if possible
- Turn up the radio
- Shift position in your seat
Highway hypnosis has a
similar effect on driving ability to fatigue and taking the same precautions
like avoiding driving when tired or after a heavy meal, and taking regular
breaks while driving may help reduce the likelihood of experiencing highway
hypnosis. Staying alert while driving is the best way to avoid an accident and
taking any measures to improve the safety of your driving may reduce the
likelihood of future claims on your Massachusetts
car insurance. At Oxford Insurance Agency, we’re the ones rooting for
you, so contact us today with any questions on coverage!