How to stay alert
- Never drink and drive. ...
- If possible, don't drive long distances alone. ...
- Get enough shut-eye. ...
- Don't begin a trip so late that you're driving when you usually sleep. ...
- Watch your posture. ...
- Take a break at least every 2 hours. ...
- Have 2 cups of a caffeinated drink like coffee, if you can have caffeine.
How can I keep myself awake while driving?
10 Tips to Staying Awake while Driving
- Think naps. Pull over and take a short, 20-minute, power nap if you're feeling drowsy. ...
- Drive with a partner. ...
- Stay hydrated; drink caffeine. ...
- Take your time. ...
- Avoid driving between midnight and 6 a.m. ...
- Eat healthy. ...
- Sit up straight. ...
- Move when you get tired.
Why do I struggle to stay awake while driving?
Drowsy driving is the dangerous combination of driving and sleepiness or fatigue. This usually happens when a driver has not slept enough, but it can also happen because of untreated sleep disorders, medications, drinking alcohol, or shift work. Makes you less able to pay attention to the road.
