I've not really traveled on long straight highways for long periods. I am of the go slower and enjoy the surroundings type. But I suppose if there's a bleak outlook and a long way, trying to beat the clock might be one way of dealing with the boredom.
Funny,I wasn't bored really, it was just a game - I always do it. I don't like Google to tell me the future 😂
Sounds like you ended up going slower though, stopping at every rose bush!
I know right! And mushroom!