Posted on 5/30/2025
We all know not to drive under the influence, but fatigue behind the wheel is just as dangerous—and far more common. It’s easy to underestimate how much tiredness affects your driving ability, especially if you’ve had a long day or a poor night’s sleep. Drowsy driving slows your reaction time, dulls your focus, and increases the chance of missing critical details on the road. If you’ve ever caught yourself blinking a little too slowly or forgetting the last few miles of your trip, you may have already driven when you shouldn't have. Knowing the warning signs of fatigue can help you decide when to pull over, take a break, or hand over the keys. Why Fatigue Affects Driving So Severely Driving requires constant attention and quick reflexes. When you're tired, your brain can’t process information as fast or as accurately. Your reaction time slows, your ability to stay in your lane suffers, and your judgment becomes impaired ... read more