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The Importance of Sleep to Prevent Car Crashes

As part of the National Sleep Foundation’s Drowsy Driving Prevention Week, November 2-8, 2025, drivers are reminded of a life-saving message: prioritize sleep before getting behind the wheel. Thousands of preventable crashes are linked to drowsy driving each year. This campaign urges drivers to recognize the signs of fatigue and avoid driving while sleep-deprived.

Tips for Safer Driving

The campaign’s goal is to reduce the number of fatigue-related accidents by encouraging better sleep habits and promoting alert, refreshed driving.

Consider the following:

• Avoid driving during peak drowsiness hours: midnight to 6 a.m.
• Get 7-9 hours of quality sleep every night.
• Take breaks every two hours on long trips.
• Share driving responsibilities when possible.

Commit to Driving While Alert

Visit the National Sleep Foundation’s website to learn more about the risks of drowsy driving and help prevent sleep deprivation-related accidents.

Fall Back, Stay Safe: How Shorter Days Increase Accident Risk

With daylight saving time ending soon, drivers face darker commutes, reduced visibility and a higher risk of accidents, especially during the evening rush hour.

Twilight hours can be deceptively dangerous. The sun’s low angle creates intense glare, which can obscure your vision. To reduce risk:

• Keep sunglasses handy for late afternoon drives.
• Use your sun visor strategically.
• Slow down and increase following distance during dusk.

Clear visibility is crucial. Streaky windshields can make nighttime driving even more hazardous. Keep your windshield clean to help reduce glare from oncoming headlights.

Now is a great time to review your liability and collision coverage before winter weather increases your accident risk.

Contact your agent today to ensure your policy is current and provides the coverage you need.

Source: www.hilbgroup.com

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