When it comes to driving, you rely on your eyes more so than any other sense.
Your eyes are constantly in motion focusing and refocusing as objects approach, contending with distractions, such as oncoming headlights or the glare of the setting sun, which is especially low at this time of year.
All this activity can take a toll on your eyes by causing them to become strained, which in turn can reduce your safety and effectiveness while driving.
That is why ensuring you have an up to date eye test and if needed, a new prescription, should be your top priority. When you’re in, we can also help by advising you on an effective anti-reflective (AR) coating for your lenses to combat the glare from oncoming lights and streetlights.
Here are some tips to make your driving experience more comfortable:
- Always wear prescription eyewear when driving and be sure that your glasses are clean.
- When you are behind the wheel you should still wear sunglasses that provide protection from UV.
- Consider wearing anti-reflective or polarized lenses that allow more light to enter the eye, minimizing glare coming from the road or other objects.
- Take breaks when driving long distances to reduce eye strain and fatigue.
- Keep headlights, taillights and the windshield – inside and outside – clean.
- Have regular eye exams to ensure that your eyes are healthy and that your prescription is up to date.
When you purchase a pair of glasses with an anti-reflective (AR) coating, receive a free pair of prescription sunglasses for daytime use, so you’re covered no matter the time of day.
