The driver training firm has countered a car hijacker’s bizarre advice to help avoid becoming a victim
Seat belts save lives but don't necessarily help in avoiding car jackings. Photo: SUPPLIED
MasterDrive says driving buckled up is the safest option in SA, which has one of the highest crash rates in the world. Global research has shown that wearing seatbelts reduces the chance of death or serious injury in crashes by up to 75%. In most instances a criminal stealing a car wants the car alone and not to take a life, said Herbert.
The AA, a strong proponent of buckling up, claims that the seatbelt-wearing rate in SA is below 60%. It says there is an unfortunate perception among many drivers that because they consider themselves to be excellent drivers, they don't need to be restrained because “I will ‘never be in a crash’”. SA has one of the highest hijacking rates in the world and it is estimated that a motor vehicle is hijacked every 40 to 54 minutes. Here are tips on adopting an anti-hijacking driving mentality.
• When driving home alone, always phone ahead to give a relative, your spouse or partner your established time of arrival.
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