Driving tips for when daylight saving time ends

Daylight saving time will end this Sunday, and AAA is offering driving tips.
AAA recommends drivers prepare for the sleep pattern change, brighter morning commutes and darker evening commutes.
"While the extra hour of sleep may feel nice on Sunday morning, it can lead to unsafe drowsy driving," said Theresa Podguski, director of legislative affairs, AAA East Central. "Twilight is one of the most challenging times of the day to drive as it is, so motorists should take extra precautions in the weeks ahead to avoid putting pedestrians in harm's way."
AAA officials say a change in sleep patterns can lead to fatigue-related crashes. Researchers at Stanford University and Johns Hopkins University have found that the effects of the time change on drivers have been shown to last up to two weeks. The National Sleep Foundation reports that sleep-deprived drivers cause more than 6,400 deaths and 50,000 debilitating injuries on roadways each year.
Tips For Drivers
Get plenty of rest: Symptoms of drowsy driving can include having trouble keeping your eyes open, drifting from lanes or not remembering the last few miles driven.
Watch for deer: November and December are peak months for deer-vehicle collisions.
Get some shades: Wear high-quality sunglasses and adjust the car's sun visors as needed to avoid glare in the morning.
Change driving habits: Reduce speeds and increase following distances, especially in more populated areas.
Ditch the distractions: This can include cell phones, infotainment systems or clocks that need to be turned back an hour.
Use the headlights: This can make you more visible to pedestrians in the morning and evening.
Remember to yield: Pedestrians have the right of way in crosswalks. Also, don't pass vehicles stopped at crosswalks. Remember to yield the right of way to pedestrians in crosswalks.
Tips For Pedestrians
Cross only at intersections or crosswalks: Look left, right and left again -- and only cross when it is clear. Do not jaywalk or cross between parked cars.
Use the sidewalk: If you have to walk on the road, be sure to walk facing traffic.
Dress brightly: Wear bright or reflective clothing if you are walking or biking near traffic at night. Consider carrying a flashlight.
Avoid distracted walking: This includes looking at your phone, wearing headphones or listening to music.
Bike smart: Bicycle lights are a must-have item for safe night riding, especially during the winter months when it gets darker earlier.