Why is drowsy driving so dangerous?
Struggling to stay awake behind the wheel slows reaction time, interrupts focus and makes controlling the steering wheel and operating the brakes difficult.
What factors lead to drowsy driving accidents?
Getting too little sleep because of work and family obligations is the leading risk factor for falling asleep at the wheel.
How many crashes do drowsy drivers cause?
Research involving in-vehicle cameras revealed that falling asleep at the wheel contributed to up to 9.5 percent of collisions in the United States during a 3-year period.