What driving for just one hour can do to your brain (opens original article in a new tab)

Driving is a complex task that demands significant brain activity, and fatigue can impair critical functions, increasing crash risks. Microsleeps, even brief, can lead to dangerous situations, emphasizing the need for rest and breaks during long drives.

• Driving requires multiple brain regions for attention, perception, and motor control.
• Driver fatigue can impair attention, decision-making, and response, increasing crash risk.
• Microsleeps during driving can lead to loss of control and catastrophic consequences.