Crime is always around us, and even locking the doors at home is no guarantee that you won't become a victim. However, there are ways to reduce your chances of becoming a victim, and often, vigilance and awareness of the situation can be the deciding factor in your safety. Here are some tips to avoid becoming a hijacking victim:

Keep your car doors locked at all times.
Keep all car windows closed or no wider than you can fit one hand through.
Leave enough space between you and the car in front of you to avoid getting caught in the middle.
If you are involved in an accident, stay in your vehicle. Only inspect the damage once you are sure this is not a hijacking attempt.
If you think you are in danger, get the attention of other motorists or pedestrians. You can use your horn, flash your lights, turn on your emergency lights, or shout.
Be aware of anyone approaching your car or lingering near traffic lights, stop signs, parking lots or driveways.
Constantly monitor vehicles driving behind, in front of, and beside you. There may be multiple vehicles involved and they may be setting a trap to stop you. If you are suspicious of vehicles around you, take (responsible) steps to exit the situation.
If you suspect you are being followed, you should ideally drive to the nearest police station. If this is not possible, drive to another safe location but do not go home.
If approached by a suspicious person, especially at night or in a quiet area, move quickly away from a stop sign or intersection, but always be aware of traffic hazards. Remember, jumping a stop sign or red light is still an offense and you have the onus to prove that you acted in self-defense.
At unusual or unexpected road checkpoints, keep your windows closed and doors locked and ask for identification from a police or traffic official. Show them your ID through the car window. Trust goes both ways. The same goes for being pulled over by a traffic officer for a speed trap.
On longer journeys, only stay overnight in safe places and never on the side of the road or in a parking lot.
Report any suspicious strangers and vehicles to the police. Provide a description of the occupants and their vehicle.
Do not park at an accident scene unless you are sure it is real. The accident may have been set up to lure you into parking. Sometimes "bodies" are left on the side of the road. Instead, continue driving and report the incident to the nearest police station. Slowing down too much can also put you in danger.
If you think you are being followed, do not enter the garage or parking lot. Drive to the nearest police station.
If a passerby flags down your tire or other defect, do not stop. Drive to the nearest service station or a safe place and have it checked. It's a good idea to carry a product that can temporarily seal and inflate your tires.
Do not disclose your whereabouts or plans to strangers.
Do not pick up hitchhikers or unknown passengers, even if they are women with children, it could be a trap.
Don't leave your car door open and the engine running when opening your garage door or gate, criminals can move faster than you expect.
Don't be distracted by people handing out flyers at intersections or buying items like flowers and newspapers from unknown vendors.
By offering our services, we feel a responsibility to provide advice and assistance to all South Africans to prevent them from becoming statistics. If you can remember any advice we gave you, we hope it would be 'Is it worth it?', remember that and you'll remember the impact it had, both on road safety issues and on the road in general Behavior. When you get behind the wheel, you should ask yourself the following questions: Is it worth driving into a house without looking around? Is it worth it to leave your car windows too wide? Is it worth overtaking on an uphill road with poor visibility? Be careful out there, stay vigilant, protect yourself and your family, and ask yourself is it worth it?