Women Drivers: How to Stay Safe on the Road When Alone

Women Drivers: How to Stay Safe on the Road When Alone

While anyone can be a target for carjacking and related crimes, Richmond's Pence Nissan recommends women driving alone take extra precautions. There are many dangers on the road, especially at night. Criminals will stop at nothing to gain access to your vehicle or to cause you harm directly.

Here are some important reminders about keeping yourself and your Pence Nissan safe:

Keep Keys in Hand

When you are heading to your car, make sure to have your keys at the ready. A criminal will often wait until you are vulnerable and distracted. If you are focused on searching your handbag for your keys, you make a prime target. Get your keys out before going out to your car.

Be Alert

If you are parked in a busy lot, keep your eyes open for people sitting in cars next to yours. If anything feels suspicious, go back into a public building and ask for help getting to your car.

Don't Stop to Help

While you may have a good heart, it is not wise to pull over to assist another vehicle if you are alone. If someone looks like they are broken down, dial 911 and report it to the police. There are some cons that will act like a helpless driver to get women to pull over.

Be Wary of Unmarked Police

If an unidentifiable car tries pulling you over with flashing lights and other official looking accessories when you haven't done anything wrong, it is okay to be suspicious. Don't pull over but do call into to 911 and let them know what is going on. The dispatcher can find out from police if the car is legitimate. If you feel you must pull over, do so only in a well-lit, well populated place and be sure to have the officer show proper identification. Never be fooled by just a uniform and a badge which are available online to anyone willing to pay.

Tell Someone Your Plans

If you have to drive alone, make sure you tell someone what you are doing. In the event something does go wrong, people will know when and where to look for you. Keep a cell phone charger in your Pence Nissan at all times to ensure you are not traveling with a dead battery and reach out for help if necessary.

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