[La reine]

Woman driving in the DMV, no later than 10.30 pm on weekend. I have a knife, pepper spray , dos karate for 15 yrs . Also my rides are recorded. I let all my passengers know the moment they enter my car. Driving Uber since 2016 on and off. Been fortunate that I never I had issues beside some rude idiots. I will be happy to excit my car and give them my fake wallet letting them know that I have 50$ in it with a fake phone .

 

[La reine]

All of the above.

I still have a persiglass and no one can sit in the front seat. Also I tell my riders “ the ride is being recorded by under and police “ o drove in the dmv.

 

[Skystar44]

Some drug-freak has a gun on you there's only one thing to do - assume the position. What's the position? Put your head between your legs and kiss your ass goodbye!

 

[Dwayne B]

Woman driving in the DMV, no later than 10.30 pm on weekend. I have a knife, pepper spray , dos karate for 15 yrs . Also my rides are recorded. I let all my passengers know the moment they enter my car. Driving Uber since 2016 on and off. Been fortunate that I never I had issues beside some rude idiots. I will be happy to excit my car and give them my fake wallet letting them know that I have 50$ in it with a fake phone .

Glock 19 with an extra mag in case things get really spicy
Rather be deactivated then celebrated at an end of life ceremony .

 

[UberKC]

Some drug-freak has a gun on you there's only one thing to do - assume the position. What's the position? Put your head between your legs and kiss your ass goodbye!

Would you be kind enough to post your dash cam footage of this position?

 

[Phantom309]

Sounds more like you're looking for a date in that position.

 

[UberKC]

Sounds more like you're looking for a date in that position.

I also keep asking my dog to teach me those kind of tricks. But he just keeps licking himself.

 

[dugjesuyahjo]

I've always wondered what would happen if someone started threatening the uber driver. The driver, in fact, will not be able to defend himself properly in any way? At least the driver has less time to react to the threat...

 

[tiffanykinsey]

As an Uber driver, your safety is of utmost importance. While Uber provides some safety features, such as background checks on riders and an emergency assistance button in the app, it's always a good idea to take extra precautions to protect yourself. One of the ways you can do this is by carrying a weapon for self-defense. However, it's important to note that laws around weapons vary by state and country, so make sure to research the laws in your area before carrying any type of weapon. Here are some weapons to consider for protection as an Uber driver:

• Pepper spray
• Stun gun
• Tactical pen
• Knife
• Handgun
• Personal alarm
• Taser

Remember, the best way to stay safe as an Uber driver is to always be aware of your surroundings and trust your instincts. If you feel uncomfortable or threatened in any situation, it's important to take action to protect yourself. What other weapons do you recommend for protection as an Uber driver? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below.

Rather be judged by 12 than carried by 6. First responders wife. Who cares about Ubers policy on that. I live in Texas and have the right to defend myself.

 

[Markisonit]

You have to be ready. Screw Uber and its policy. Calling 911 is a joke. Driving Uber or Lyft exposes you to a lot of unforeseen dangers. Have what you need easily and quickly accessible and know when you need to use it and how to properly use it. Educate and train yourself.
I will not disclose the multiple items that I have with me at all times to defend myself but **** with me and ye shall find out. 👍

 

[Mad_Jack_Flint]

Blast that in or near their ear and bam they will be deaf!

Then hit them with Pepper Spray!

 

[Volvonaut]

I've always wondered what would happen if someone started threatening the uber driver. The driver, in fact, will not be able to defend himself properly in any way? At least the driver has less time to react to the threat...

This would be a good time to remind you or whom it may concern. It’s your car, no passenger can compel you to do ANYTHING before they are in it, and a criminal can only try. But let me do say, the cops are unlikely to help you especially on short notice or even once your car is gone (less than 10% chance), and Uber is only concerned about covering their asses, so don’t worry about anything without prioritizing yourself and your safety first!

 

[tohunt4me]

I never leave home without my 45 in a holster with my ccw license. I like that in the area of Chicago I can point it at my seat back and know 100% it's going to hit the asshat in the backseat and he won't be a threat after 7 rounds. I look at the defense bullets I use and just shudder thinking about getting hit with one of them. The military used the 45 for over 60 yrs. it's a proven killer. Good thing is if you hit a man in the shoulder, his whole arm is coming off or damn near it. 😄 have a nice day.

Sometimes . . . A .45 Will penetrate the shoulder, hit the shoulder blade ,exit the person's side . . . And Kill the person standing Next to them.

 

[Rampage]

Sometimes . . . A .45 Will penetrate the shoulder, hit the shoulder blade ,exit the person's side . . . And Kill the person standing Next to them.

Good tip in case there are two of them. 😉

 

[Miami_at_Night]

First off all of the items on that list are not allowed by Uber or Lyft except for the personal alarm.

You would know that if you were really a driver, but your just a bot, and one giving out harmful information poised as an experienced driver giving advice.

Reported.

From here on out I'm going to ignore this OP, it's up to the moderators to catch this bots bullsh*t and bad advice. And why does it keep changing its avatar? Oh never mind.

By the way the best way to protect yourself is not to get into bad situations in the first place. There are times, places and people to avoid just like one does everyday.

You play in the gutter, your going to get sh*t on you.

You talk much but mostly nonsense.

First of all, nobody cares about rideshare company's cute little rules about what I can and cannot carry to protect myself. In a life-or-death scenario, Uber won't have my back.

Second - your so-called useful advice about not getting into bad situations seems ridiculous coming from a rideshare driver. We pick up people at all times, at all places, day or night. No matter how careful we are, you just never know who is getting in your car. I have had perfectly innocent-looking people get in my car, confirm their name, and turns out they weren't the rider.

The reality that any legitimate driver faces is that we are always in danger. "Playing in the gutter" is part of the game. We sign up to drive perfect strangers for pocket change. While the real-life incidence of violent attacks is low, do what you need to do to be prepared - just be in conformity with your State laws on concealed carry (if any) so that you don't end up in jail.

 

[bobby747]

God. Luck and faith.

 

[losiglow]

A dashcam with an LCD display, actively showing the inside of the vehicle, is one of the best deterrents. Nexus N5 is what I use. Not a weapon, but a good deterrent.

The problem is, the cloud service is extra. And if you're not using that, data is only stored on the SD card. If a criminal was smart, they would just steal the camera. Luckily, most criminals aren't smart. And the ones that are, aren't bothering to rob or kill Uber drivers.