Genesis: Tips for mindful driving 🎥
RESEARCH Together with therapist Marisa Peer and Professor Oliver Jung, Genesis has determined where the best and least suitable conditions for mindful driving are in Switzerland.
According to the European Road Safety Observatory, up to a quarter of all road accidents are caused by driver distraction. More attentive behavior can improve concentration and thus enhance the driver's well-being and safety.
Now, Genesis research has identified four factors that influence our mood at the wheel, namely the environment (U), the route (R), the driver's comfort level (K), and the sounds (G).
Recognize challenges early
According to data from the Monash University Accident Research Center in Australia, more mindful driving behavior can reduce distraction by 85 percent. Mindfulness ensures being present in the here and now, being aware and focusing on the tasks at hand.
Mindfulness also promotes perception and relaxation, enabling the driver to recognize challenges earlier and take appropriate action. This leads to greater safety and a more pleasant driving experience.
The best routes in Switzerland
Based on criteria such as traffic volume, attractiveness of the landscape and charming stopping points, Genesis has created an index of where in Switzerland you can travel in a particularly mindful manner.
Regions where there are roads with points of interest, impressive landscapes with elevations and green spaces, wide views and forests - and few traffic jams - scored particularly well. All these aspects contribute to a more pleasant drive and increase the driver's concentration.
Conditions for mindful driving are best in the cantons of Obwalden, Uri, Grisons, Vaud and Ticino, while they are worst in Lucerne, Geneva and Basel. Beautiful views, natural sights and the course of the road not only improve mindfulness, but also make drivers happier and fresher.
Air conditioning to a pleasant 22 degrees
Tips from Genesis Switzerland: Ensure a comfortable position behind the steering wheel. Adjust the seat and mirrors before you even start driving. Set the air conditioning to a pleasant 22 degrees Celsius. Let your vehicle's driving assistance systems help you. Listen to music at 100 to 130 beats per minute - this helps create a soothing atmosphere. Set the ambient lighting to cool colors like green or blue to increase alertness. Have a safe trip.
