When you’re riding down Texas 121 or Precinct Line Road and a huge 18-wheeler is in front of you, the last thing you want to think about is that the driver is about to fall asleep. The scary truth, however, is that it is quite possible.

Awareness Can Help You Avoid a Crash: Look for These Signs of a Fatigued Trucker

Knowing the signs of a driver who is about to nod off could help prevent you from becoming involved in a 18-wheeler crash.

Swerving

When a driver starts to fall asleep, one of the first actions that often occurs is the vehicle swerves. The truck begins to move over to the side, often because the driver takes his hands off of the wheel as his eyes start to close—forgetting that he is driving. The swerving may occur within the lane, or the truck may even drive over into another lane.

Speed Changes

If the truck near you looks like it is speeding up, slowing down, and then speeding up again—the driver could be suffering from fatigue. Speed variations are a common sign of a trucker that is too tired to drive, or one who is falling asleep.

Delayed Reactions

When people are extremely tired, their reaction times slow down. In other words, they don’t respond to situations as quickly as they should. For instance, if a driver is tired, he may not notice that a stoplight has turned red as quickly as he would if he were more awake. If you notice an 18-wheeler that seems to slam on its brakes a lot, it could be because the driver is exhausted and is falling asleep.

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