Recently, a new invention arrived on the market which can be used by almost any driver. Van insurance holder's no-claims bonuses could potentially be kept a little longer because of this new piece of equipment.
Distractions are dangerous when driving and much psychological research has been undertaken on the subject of comfort and discomfort affecting peoples' emotional reactions. A distraction, such as needing to urinate, could have a direct impact on how someone will evaluate a situation and their subsequent actions.
Psychologists Oatley and Johnson-Laird in 1987 and later in 1994, Vermersch, were some of those who studied connections between comfort and a clear thought process. An unburdened mind is likely to be an important step towards reducing road traffic accident risks.
The useful personal-comfort invention is called the Pocketoilet and is a handy new way of having a toilet break when there isn't a toilet for miles around, or when a driver is stuck in a traffic jam.
Its appearance may fool people into thinking it's a sandwich bag, or some other basic pouch. Ardern Healthcare created it, and though it seems rather simplistic as a system, it does have some interesting science contained within.
It turns urine into a solid gel in a few seconds and the product proudly states that it eradicates the smell, doesn't leek and is easy to use without making a mess. The technology was originally made to help astronauts in a weightless atmosphere.
Pouches hold up to 400ml of liquid and have been priced at £3.99 by the creators.
Pocketoilet helps motorists stay comfortable and keep their concentration on the road. It's aimed at the male population, but the hope is that it could be used by any driver. Van insurance holders may find it particularly useful when travelling.
Instead of wasting time stopping at services, business van insurance holders just have to find a safe piece of road to pull over on. This gadget should help them reach their next job on time and keep any impatient customers happy.