[mkarazin]

Article mentions the driver was hanging out in the sleeper cab. Long term them may be able to sleep or completely tune out in the back, but for now it was a stunt. I bet there were clear instructions on the driver's behavior. The article mentioned a "police cruiser in tow", but from pictures its not clear where or what function they played. For all we know, the police ensured no one came within 200ft in front or back, and the driver was told to take the wheel as soon as a car violated this zone. This is all hypothetical... but you can see how with coordinated effort they can set the scenario for safety.