Sure, the official road laws matter. But let’s be real. Experience has taught us a few unwritten road rules that every female driver in South Africa should know.

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Road Safety Tips for Women Drivers

We all know these ones: buckle up, keep your doors locked, and stay alert. But here are the tips you should drive by:

  • Keep your phone charged

A dead phone means no Google Maps, emergency calls, or live location sharing.

  • Fuel up before driving late at night

Avoid stopping at deserted petrol stations.

  • Plan your routes

If possible, stick to main roads and skip the shortcuts through poorly lit or quiet areas.

 

The Unwritten Rules for Staying Safe While Driving Alone

Ladies, we know you know these unofficial road rules:

  • Stop streets after dark don’t count

It’s an unwritten rule amongst all females: If it’s after 21:00 and there’s no traffic, we slow down, check our surroundings, and keep moving cautiously.

  • Not pulling over for strangers or ‘broken down’ cars

If we feel something’s off, we drive off. It’s not that we don’t want to help or can’t help; it’s that we know better.

  • Parking smart

Women always choose well-lit areas near entrances, and if there’s a camera or security guard nearby, that parking spot gets bonus points.

  • Leaving space at traffic lights or in traffic

There will always be a safe gap from the car in front. It doesn’t matter if we are in a rush or in traffic; that gap is there just in case we need to drive off quickly.

 

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Safety Apps for Female Drivers

Here are a few apps and features every woman driver should know about:

  • Waze: So much more than a navigation app. It is great because users can plot where they’ve spotted an abandoned vehicle, heavy traffic, or police. That way, we can see what’s happening on the road before getting there.
  • WhatsApp Live Location: Share your live location with a trusted contact so that they can track where you are on your trip.
  • MySOS: Great for quick access to local emergency numbers and medical help.
  • Life360: A family safety and location-sharing app that helps users stay connected and informed about their loved ones' whereabouts and activities.

Our Top Tip: If you’re meeting someone or heading somewhere unfamiliar, always send your ETA to a friend or family member

 

Safe Driving Advice for Women in SA

The thing is, no matter how careful you are, the road is unpredictable. Accidents and theft happen. While these unwritten road rules can keep you safe, dotsure.co.za car insurance can keep your savings secure.

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