CAR

Cars, much like chainsaws, have a major stumbling block in that they require fuel, a commodity that will be in short supply once the apocalypse is in full swing. It is, however, advisable to try and secure a decent vehicle should the need arise for a quick escape or a long-haul trip.

In inner-city areas it is likely that the streets will be blocked with debris, bodies, sweet wrappers and other cars. Therefore, using a motor vehicle in these areas will be near impossible (unless you attach a lot of pigeons to the roof rack and airlift the car out). However, should your safe house be in a city, it is always a good idea to secure the keys to vehicles that are situated in your scavenging zones. This way, should you come under surprise attack you will have a possible means of escape or a place in which to hide until a rescue party arrives. Do be careful when searching vehicles for keys or supplies; there will be cases where people have been attacked whilst in their cars and will have turned into zombies whilst stuck inside. As zombies won’t know how to operate seatbelts or car doors, they may still be trapped inside. This is even more likely where children are concerned as adult zombies may have the brute strength to break free, whereas a child zombie strapped in a car seat may not.