On the Road to Thanksgivukkah

AAA estimates that of the approximately 43.4 million of us who will be traveling this Thanksgiving/Hanukkah, 90%, or about 39 million, will be driving ~ and given the East Coast weather forecasts, it may be more, as flights are delayed or canceled.
   The good news is that gas is at its lowest price since 2010. In some states, it's less than $3 per gallon. You already know the bad news: overused restrooms, long lines at Starbucks, traffic, and car accidents. There's not much that can be done about the first few (except making your own coffee ahead of time), but there are some tips to keep in mind that could save you from ending up in an accident: http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/dr-gridlock/wp/2013/11/26/advice-for-drivers-launching-their-thanksgiving-getaways/
   Some statistics about cars and driving (in the U.S., at least 1,500 people are killed each year in drowsy-driving accidents and exhaust fumes account for 53,000 premature deaths every year), including useful suggestions (the best driving posture): http://wish.co.uk/blog/car-killing/