Indian Researcher Duo Finds Automated Tailgating can Save Fuel, Cut CO2 Emissions
Automated tailgating that allows cars to drive much closer to each other in heavy moving traffic, could save fuel and cut greenhouse gas emissions, according to two researchers at the University of Jadavpur, Kolkata . To test their theory, Debojyoti Mitra and Asis Mazumdar from the universi...Sudden Death Hits Stadiums Across Florida
... Fla., Nov. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Football fans may see an unconventional anti-tobacco display at the FSU vs. UF game today. Tobacco Free Florida will be tailgating under a tent, rooting for their teams, grilling, tossing a football around and other traditional pre-game activities. The unexpected twist is that the...Turning Clocks Back Increases Risk of Drowsy Driving
...g, frequent blinking, rubbing eyes • Daydreaming or not remembering the last few miles driven • Head snaps, yawning • Drifting out of your lane, tailgating or hitting shoulder rumble strips If you experience any of these warning signs, pull over to a safe area and take a break, have a cup or two of coff...Sleepy Drivers Are Dangerous Drivers
...keeping your eyes open, or keeping your head up; daydreaming and wandering thoughts; yawning or rubbing your eyes repeatedly; drifting from your lane; tailgating and missing signs or exits; feeling restless, irritable, or aggressive; or feeling the need to roll down the window or turn up the radio to stay alert...Drowsy Drivers Make Holiday Weekend Among the Most Dangerous
... Rolling down the window or turning up the radio. Difficulty focusing, frequent blinking and/or heavy eyelids. Drifting from your lane, swerving, tailgating and/or hitting rumble strips. Trouble remembering the last few miles driven. Missing exits or traffic signs. Trouble keeping your head up and r...Drowsy Driving as Dangerous as Drunk Driving
...-- Daydreaming or not remembering the last few miles driven -- Head nodding -- Repeated yawning or rubbing eyes -- Drifting out of your lane, tailgating or hitting shoulder rumble strips If you experience any of these warning signs, pull over at the next exit or a safe rest area and take a brea...Move to Daylight Savings Time Increases Risk of Drowsy Driving
...-- Daydreaming or not remembering the last few miles driven -- Head nodding -- Repeated yawning or rubbing eyes -- Drifting out of your lane, tailgating or hitting shoulder rumble strips If you experience any of these warning signs, pull over at the next exit or a safe rest area and take a break...