Alright, the purpose of this page is to list and explain the basics of a vehicle maintenance kit of sorts. While using an automobile to travel post Z-Day sounds and indeed could be useful and safe, regular maintenance is part of the territory when it comes to cars and trucks. This list will attempt to compile just some of the basics, why they're so good to have, and where you can get them. If anyone has anything to add to the page, please message Inu-dude25 before doing so, thank you.

Freebies!!!- Who doesn't like free swag? No one, that's who. And, this first group is just a couple pieces of good advice that can be acted on for the cost of zero dollars. Seriously, what's your excuse for these, they're free!

Inflate your tires- Seriously, your tires are the only part of your car that should ever contact the road. And, keeping them to the manufacturer specified pressure ratings can deliver better fuel economy, better handling, and can prevent uneven wear on the tires.

Inflate your spare- Could you imagine being on the road just after Z-Day, getting a flat tire, and dying because you found out too late that your spare tire when flat and left you stranded with a group of flesh eaters? Make a habit of checking and filling your spare when you do your regular tires, it could save you a lot of hassle pre Z-Day and it could save your life post.

Follow directional arrows on tires- This one sounds stupid, but I've seen Corvette's with the tread facing the wrong direction. Get caught in a good rain like that, and you could be meeting a tree. While many tires these days aren't directional, especially all-seasons, plenty still are and if your tires are directional, just make sure all the arrows are in the right direction.

Cheap Stuff!!- Almost as good as the free stuff. These are just little things that can relieve some headaches.

Jumper Cables- About twenty bucks will score you a shiny new pair of jumper cables at any parts store, auto store, Wal*Mart, etc. While I might skip the Wal*Mart ones myself, any good pair of jumpers could be lifesavers in a Z-Day scenario. And, as useful as they still are today, so many people don't have them it's frightening.

Tire Gauge- Again, any of the above stores should carry one of these, for less than five bucks. The tiny pen size gauge lets you ensure your tires are all properly inflated, and for its size and price, everyone should have one in their glovebox.

Oil Filters- You can get OEM replacements for your car from most any dealership, and any parts or auto store should have either OEM filters or a suitable generic brand, such as WIX or K&N. They're a few bucks a pop depending on the size and make of your car, and each should include the O-ring to reseal the new filter in place. Grab a couple and throw him in your spare tire. They'll keep for a while in box and ensure you can get fresh oil in your car should you need to.

Air Filters- A clogged filter can reduce gas mileage and horsepower and can cause more wear on your motor. While you can use compressed air to blast them out, without that, a replacement is easily affordable. An OEM replacement generally runs $15, and a hi-performance 1 million mile K&N unit promising a 1 to 4 horsepower bump runs about $50. Buy the K&N and never have to look at your air filter again.

Plug Kit/Tire Repair Kit- Slime, Plugs, etc are all different ways of fixing a punctured tire. Cost, effectiveness, and labor intensity vary from tire to tire. Slime type kits are easiest, just squeeze in and spin the tire. Plugs can require pulling the tire, but can last the life of the tire. Still, you shouldn't find yourself shelling out much more than $10 for a kit that can get you back on the road now and can keep you alive post Z-Day.