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Personal Safety
Staying safe in and around the car
Practical, non-alarmist guidance for the situations drivers actually worry about: breaking down alone at night, road rage, carjacking, parking garages, rideshare trips, and solo road trips.
Written for: Every driver and passenger
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What to Do If Your Car Breaks Down Alone at Night
A step-by-step plan for a nighttime breakdown: where to stop, how to stay visible and safe, and who to call first.
How to Handle Road Rage Safely
Why road rage escalates, the de-escalation moves that work, and what to do if another driver follows or confronts you.
Carjacking: Prevention and What to Do
The situations where carjackings happen, the habits that prevent them, and why compliance is the right response in the moment.
Parking Lot and Garage Safety
How to choose where you park, stay aware walking to and from the car, and respond if something feels wrong.
Uber and Lyft Safety Checklist
Before, during, and after the ride: matching the car, sharing your trip, seat position, and the features built into the apps.
Solo Road Trip Safety (Including for Women Travelers)
How to plan a solo road trip: sharing your route, overnight stops, what to keep in the car, and habits that keep you in control.