forsubscribers 14 Dec 2016 Driving after 5 hours of sleep is akin to drunken driving - study In a time where many motorists are exhausted after a long year, and often sleep very little too due to festive season social activities, we look at why it's dangerous to drive after too little sleep. Related Links Only 8% of motorists feel safe on SA roads over festive period - AA Road safety: Cutting trucks off? Here's why it is extremely dangerous