Videos show how quickly a drowsy driver can lose control. Kerrie Warne’s 18-year-old son Tyler was killed after he crashed his car, months before graduating high school.

For example, a driver might wander out of his lane, then jerk the car back not because he’s drowsy or asleep, but for other reasons, such as if he’s dealing with his 2-year-old in the backseat.

Nearly all drivers (96%) in a survey told the AAA Foundation they view drowsy driving as a serious threat, but 29% admitted driving in the previous month when they had trouble keeping their eyes open.

The only cure for drowsy driving is sleep, said AAA officials, who recommended drivers either take a break from driving or pull into a rest area for a brief 20-minute nap.

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