If you have sleep problems, you should bear in mind that...

Driving while drowsy is one of the greatest dangers behind the wheel. It has been estimated that this risk factor accounts, directly or indirectly, for between 15 and 30% of traffic accidents. Moreover, crashes caused by drowsiness tend to be particularly serious. The most important rules to avoid having an accident due to drowsiness or fatigue are: - If we feel tired or drowsy while driving, the most advisable thing is to stop and rest in a suitable place and sleep for about 20 to 30 minutes. - Rest for 20 to 30 minutes every 2 hours or every 200 kilometres at most. - Always be alert to the signs and symptoms of drowsiness or fatigue.