Safety Awareness in a Vehicle

•    Ensure that your vehicle is in a good condition when you plan to go on a journey.
•    Ensure that the fuel tank of your vehicle always has sufficient fuel.
•    Always lock your vehicles doors and keep the windows closed.
•    Do not leave your vehicle unlocked, even if you think you will be away for only a minute.
•    Avoid stopping at remote places.
•    Park your vehicle in places that are well lit.
•    If a stranger wants to talk to you while in your vehicle, do not open the window wide -only 5 cm is enough to have a discussion.
•    If something seems suspicious, do not talk to strangers, rather be rude and drive away.
•    Limit your trips at night or at least take someone along with you.
•    Vary the route you travel to work and back, if this is possible.
•    If approached by a stranger while in your car, drive off if possible or press your hooter to attract attention.
•    If strangers loiter near or at your driveway, rather drive past. If they loiter for a long time, report it to your nearest police station.
•    Car hijackers may stage a minor accident so they can approach your car.
•    If your car is bumped from behind and you do not feel comfortable with the individual(s) involved in the situation, drive to the nearest police station for help.
•    Do not reach for your purse or valuables. Leave everything behind if forced from the car.
•    Your life is more valuable than your possessions.
•    Do not resist, especially if the thief has a weapon.
•    Give up your vehicle with no questions asked and move away.
•    A lift club limits the risk of becoming a victim of crime.
•    Do not give strangers a lift.
•    A gear lock is an affordable and a very effective anti-theft device.
•    If possible, put up a mirror against the front wall of your garage to see if someone is following you into the garage.
•    Do not open your garage doors before your gates are closed.