Safety tips for driving

Read about the simple tips for preventing fatigue while driving

Safety first. And second. And third.

Although fatigue happens to everyone, feeling even a bit sleepy while behind the wheel is a serious risk. Luckily, we have simple tips to help you stay awake and provide safe service to passengers.

1. Follow local traffic laws

It's not about fatigue. It's just a friendly reminder about the foundation of road safety. Whether driving in a bustling city or a quiet suburban area, it's essential to understand and obey the traffic regulations specific to your location.

2. Stay hydrated and eat healthy

Always have a water bottle and regularly refill it — 2 litres daily is enough to boost your energy.

Be careful with coffee, sugary soft drinks, sweets, and fast food. They quickly boost your energy, but in a couple of hours, they'll leave you with even lower energy.

Try eating less dairy, nuts, fatty fish, and eggs. These foods boost melatonin, the hormone that makes you sleepy.

Whole grains, beef, salads, and other slow-carb and high-protein foods will help you feel full for longer without making you sleepy.

3. Take regular breaks to rest and stretch

Sitting behind the wheel for long periods can easily lead to fatigue — especially late at night. To move your body and ward off tiredness, take regular breaks. Breathe fresh air, drink water, or have a meal break and stretch your legs. Your body will thank you! Whenever you go online, remember to take regular breaks and never drive too long hours:

Normally, we recommend being online for at most 8 hours.

Sometimes, 9 or even 10 hours are acceptable. But not more often than 2 times a week.

We suggest taking uninterrupted breaks of 45 minutes every 4.5 hours. Feel free to take more frequent but shorter breaks.

Our final recommendation is to be online at most 48 hours a week.

4. Address any discomfort promptly

Whatever bothers you, the sooner you deal with it, the better. Distractions can affect your focus and result in potentially risky situations.

5. Contact our support team for assistance

When you need help, don't hesitate to contact us via the Bolt Driver app. Our team is here to help you with any issue or question you may have.

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