How to stay safe when driving alone as a woman

But there are plenty of practical steps you can take to increase your personal safety and feel more confident. Having a dash cam is useful for recording aggressive driving or road rage incidents and can act as a deterrent when dodgy characters realise their actions are being caught on film. Choose a safe place to park, ideally one that will be busy and well-lit if you're returning after dark. A survey by automotive data experts HPI revealed that 22% of motorists had got out of their car to confront another driver in a road rage incident whilst 20% have actually followed them. Be wary of strangers trying to get your attention or anyone who signals you to stop, implying that there is something wrong with your vehicle. Be wary of stopping if you witness an accident or breakdown if you're travelling alone – if you're concerned pull over when it's safe and alert the emergencyservices. Some workplaces, local authorities or adult education centres run personal safety courses.