I'll have to travel a 14 hours drive next week (+traffic jams+ferry) when I go on holidays with a company of friends. In the evening, mostly highways. None of the girls assigned to my car can drive.
Of course I'll have enough rest before, I'll stop regularly to refresh, maybe have some coffee, listen to 'non-sleeping' music etc.
I have a lot of driving experience, when it was an absolute must, I could drive 10-12 hours without problem. But I don't want to push to the limits, safety first.
Is there any best practice how long legs are the most optimal with many and how long stops?
As far I know, explicit time regulations apply only to non-private drivers.
My current plan is to drive 7 hours, have 1.5-2 hours sleep and rest in a parking, and then drive 4 hours to the ferry, where I could hopefully lay down again.
If I make longer breaks I think it is more difficult to 'restart' again.
What's your experience? (i am talking about safe driving here, not guiness records)
Thanks.
2006-08-06
09:29:27
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