What consequences does driving for many consecutive hours without taking recommended breaks produce?

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Driving for long periods without stopping inevitably leads to a deterioration in the driver's psychophysical state, mainly manifesting as drowsiness and fatigue. This is critical for road safety because fatigue increases reaction time (it takes longer to act), reduces visual acuity, and decreases the capacity for concentration. Even if the driver feels fine, tiredness is cumulative. The general recommendation is to stop and rest approximately every 2 hours or 200 kilometers to recover attention.

What consequences does driving for many consecutive hours without taking recommended breaks produce?

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