If you’re serious about emergency preparedness, one topic that should be on your radar is EMP-proof vehicles. An EMP, or electromagnetic pulse, can disrupt or even destroy electronic devices, leaving modern cars inoperable. Imagine cruising down the road when suddenly every electronic device in your car goes kaput—no more radio, no more navigation, and worst of all, no more engine.

While a true “EMP-proof” vehicle might be a myth, understanding which ones are more resilient can be a game-changer in your preparedness plan. Here’s a breakdown of the different categories of vehicles known for their EMP resilience.

1. Pre-1985 Toyota Hilux 4×4
EMP-cars Toyota Hilux 1983
These are tough little trucks. If you can find a 4×4 with the solid front axle and a carbureted 22R motor, you have a good starting point.

I have run one of these since the 1980s and the worse I treat it, the better it runs. They are tough little trucks.

2. Sand Rail or Dune Buggy
The simpler the motor the better, but with larger motors, long wheel travel and skid braking, they will go faster than I want to go, that is for sure. Top a hundred mph off-road in one of these and it will either age you or make you younger. If you like to tinker and weld, they can be a great hobby. Hey, if they are good enough for the SEALs …

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