Author: Nic Roads

How to Apocalypse-Proof Your Vehicle Without Going Full Mad Max

A comically modified Smart Car with oversized off-road tires, a camo paint job, a bull bar, and fake rocket launchers mounted on the roof, perched dramatically on a cliff overlooking a smoky, post-apocalyptic wasteland at sunset.

To effectively prepare your vehicle for potential apocalyptic scenarios, focus on practical upgrades and maintenance rather than extreme modifications. Select a reliable, fuel-efficient car, conduct regular maintenance, build a comprehensive emergency kit, know multiple routes, blend in to avoid attracting unwanted attention, maintain adequate fuel, and practice emergency drills with your family.

AI Failure Scenarios: What Preppers Should Know About Technological Collapse

A modern city at dusk with a widespread power outage, rendering all buildings and streetlights dark except for a single skyscraper that glows ominously with red light from all its windows. A crowd of worried people stands in the dark street, staring up at the red-lit building.

Artificial intelligence is transforming our world — but what happens if it fails catastrophically? This isn’t science fiction. Experts are increasingly concerned about AI-driven market crashes, autonomous system errors, and even unintentional blackouts. This article outlines the biggest AI-related threats preppers should watch for, and how to build redundancy into your digital and physical life. It’s time to prepare for high-tech risk with low-tech solutions.

The 2025 Solar Superstorm Threat: Are We Ready for Another Carrington Event?

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In 1859, the Carrington Event fried telegraph systems across continents — and today, a storm of that magnitude would devastate our power grids, GPS, internet, and more. Scientists warn we’re overdue for another major solar superstorm, and 2025 could be a peak risk year. This article explains the real science behind solar weather, the evidence behind these predictions, and how to prepare for grid-down chaos — whether you’re a hardcore prepper or just solar-curious.

How to Convince Your Spouse That Prepping Isn’t Crazy

Cartoon-style illustration of a couple preparing for a survival scenario in their cozy living room. The man, cheerful and enthusiastic, is holding a clipboard and showing a drawing of two people in a bunker, while the woman looks stressed with her hands on her face. The room is cluttered with emergency gear like backpacks, tools, survival kits, and water bottles.

If your partner thinks prepping is just for conspiracy theorists, you’re not alone. Many people struggle to get their spouse on board with emergency preparedness. But prepping isn’t about panic — it’s about planning. This article breaks down the emotional, practical, and financial arguments that can help you explain why it makes sense to prepare, even just a little. From shared safety goals to household budgeting, you’ll learn how to open up this conversation without sounding extreme.