PETRA’S TIPS FOR KEEPING SAFE BEHIND THE WHEEL

Never drive with your windows open. Avoid driving alone at night. Never talk on your cellphone in the car. Always look around when you stop. Press your hooter – noise can scare attackers off.

Learn techniques to disarm an attacker – but assess the situation and don’t put lives at risk.

Take up a martial art – it’s the best way to defend yourself. “And I should know!”