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Stay alert at start of Daylight Saving Time
A number of studies have shown there's a higher risk of road crashes in the first day or two after the spring change to Daylight Saving Time.
Experts attribute the increase to a number of factors:
- People may have trouble getting a good night's sleep when their body thinks it's an hour earlier than the clock says it is.
- People who have trouble falling asleep at night may be tempted to sleep in a bit in the morning. That may cause them to rush to their destination.
- For the first while, it won't be as bright in the morning as it has been.
So when you adjust your clock this Sunday, you should also increase your care on the road. Be mindful that your body is still adjusting and that the same is true for your fellow road users.
For more information, watch The 60-Second Driver on CTV, or check out the following safety columns on this website:
- Drowsy Driving in Driving Tips
- You can access the 60-Second video on Drowsy Driving directly
