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When danger strikes and you're seated inside a vehicle, every inch of space matters. Most defensive firearm training takes place on a range with open space and freedom to move—but real-life attacks often don’t happen that way.
In this Tactical Tuesday breakdown, Navy SEAL and Full Spectrum Warrior founder Rich Graham walks through the fundamentals of confined-space shooting. He covers:
How to manage elbow clearance when seated
Why shoulder rotation matters more than brute force
What to do after your first shot through the window
These aren’t Hollywood tactics—this is practical, no-nonsense instruction designed to give you the edge when seconds count and space is tight.
The key takeaway? Train in the conditions you’ll likely face. Your vehicle can be a trap—or a tool. The difference is preparation.
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 When it comes to close-quarters engagements in and around vehicles, every movement matters. Small inefficiencies can cost valuable time, and a single mistake can have serious consequences. At the Protector Summit, we covered key vehicle combatives techniques to help you manage your weapon, seatbelt, and exit strategy under pressure.
One of the first considerations in a vehicle is how you draw your firearm without flagging yourself or passengers. Many shooters default to a low-ready or traditional draw stroke, but inside a confined space, this increases the risk of sweeping your own body or gear.
Instead, we focus on a high-ready or high-port position, which allows for a controlled, direct presentation of the firearm. Rather than bringing the gun up beside your head, it should be centered in front of your face so you can track your sights as you present forward. This positioning also prevents unnecessary movement that could get ...
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Getting ambushed in your vehicle is an extremely bad situation to be in. Watch this series on the Full Spectrum Warriors University for the entire syllabus on Vehicle Combatives so you can be better prepared to respond immediately if you ever find yourself in this situation.
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