What to Put in an Off Grid Vehicle…: Skill 22
Bug Out Vehicle Essentials
Most people focus on bug out bags, but your vehicle may be your most valuable shelter—second only to your clothes. Think seasonally and regionally, and rotate gear accordingly.
Core Survival Priorities:
Don’t die = Shelter, water, food, tools, medical, communication
1. Shelter
Your vehicle is your shelter—kit it accordingly
Cold climates? Use a military-grade 3-layer sleeping bag system
Add puffy snowsuits for all passengers
Store in a single parachute bag in the trunk
Keep your gas tank above half full at all times
2. Water
Store in containers that withstand extreme temps (e.g., military scepter cans or insulated water bags)
Avoid brittle bottles that crack in heat or freeze
3. Food
Use shelf-stable options like MREs
Avoid items that melt or spoil easily (e.g., Snickers bars)
Rotate stock regularly
Simple, hearty options like nuts are smart
4. Tools
Keep a field-ready tool kit (old drill bags work great)
Enough tools to handle serious repairs ( alternators, brakes, fuel pumps)
Real-world value: being able to fix your own vehicle = saves time and money
5. Medical
At a minimum: an improved first aid kit
Include: bandages, medications, bone stabilization, puncture care, gloves, and masks
For max preparedness: consider a field hospital-style medical bag
6. Communication
Don’t rely on just a cell phone
Have backup power for charging
Consider satellite texting, ham radios, or CB radios
If you can call for help, it’s not survival—it’s safety
You need a on the go medkit for any off grid vehicle this is it!
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Recovery tools, water, and emergency supplies come first.
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Remote travel limits fuel access.
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Yes, basic repair tools often matter most.
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Ignoring tire repair supplies.
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Too much weight reduces reliability.
