Millions of people around the world use RVs or Motorhomes or even day-vans for a variety of reasons. They provide some of the comforts a house provides, heat, an oven, table, comfy chairs and a bed to name a few. Preppers will modify an RV for their Bug-Out Vehicles for the same reason, as comfort … Read more
Vans are a popular vehicle to convert into what are called “day vans”. A day van means the storage area in the back has been converted to have a folding chair/bed and a few cupboards along with a leisure battery or batteries. That’s a basic day van and they do not hold much when you … Read more
For many preppers, their vehicle is an invaluable part of their bug out and survival plans. Compared to going about on foot, a motor vehicle provides extraordinary speed, range and carrying capacity, and a nominal amount of protection from the elements. But aside from being an important conveyance when times are tough, our vehicles also … Read more
One major, though usually unexpected hazard encountered on the highways and interstates every year are vehicle fires. Resulting in hundreds of deaths, thousands of injuries and countless fortunes in property loss, vehicle fires are an ever present and significant emergency when operating any vehicle. A fire extinguisher is always the first and best option for … Read more
Most preppers create their bug out vehicle by adding supplies and gear to whatever vehicle they already own. Some preppers are able to purchase a used vehicle or perhaps make some modifications to their existing vehicle in their buddy’s garage. But what if money were no object? What if you could purchase the bug out … Read more
By Cherie Being prepared for an emergency is serious business. You probably realize, for instance, the wisdom of carrying an emergency kit in your vehicle. But do you have one in there right now? During the winter of 2006, a couple and their children were returning home from vacation. They missed their turnoff, drove perhaps … Read more
Do a search for “bug out vehicle” and you’ll find everything from a small economy car to a monster truck suggested. Certainly there are numerous vehicles that can work in different situations. I recently picked up five mountain bikes for the family – mainly for recreation and exercise. After having rode mine on pavement … Read more