All Cars at a Glance
Cars matter in Apocalypse Rising 2 because they help players cross the archipelago faster, carry extra loot, and gain protection from Infected and hostile players. Most vehicles spawn damaged, so finding a car is only the beginning: keeping it running is what makes it useful.
The game has two vehicle types: automobiles for land and watercraft for water. The list below focuses on the land-based vehicles commonly called cars, while also noting that boats are separate vehicles.
| Land vehicle | Land vehicle | Land vehicle |
|---|---|---|
| Ambulance | Armored Truck | Army Pickup |
| Army Truck | ATV | Box Truck |
| Cargo Van | CUV | Delivery Van |
| Firetruck | Hatchback | Humvee |
| Jeep | Luxury Sedan | Muscle Car |
| Pickup Truck | Police Car | Police CUV |
| Powered Sleigh | Sedan | Semi Truck |
| Snowmobile | Sports Car | Station Wagon |
| SUV | Tractor | Utility Truck |
The vehicle category also includes these watercraft:
| Watercraft | Watercraft | Watercraft |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminum Boat | Fishing Boat | Lifeboat |
| Motor Boat | Patrol Boat | Rubber Dinghy |
| Speed Boat |
Where Cars Can Spawn
Automobiles spawn at locations around the map, often in condition that matches their intended use. Civilian vehicles can appear in driveways and on roads, while specialized vehicles are associated with relevant buildings or areas.
This does not guarantee a vehicle will be present, but it gives players a practical starting point when searching.
| Vehicle type | Typical spawn role or area |
|---|---|
| Civilian vehicles | Driveways and roads |
| Firetrucks and ambulances | Corresponding buildings |
| Police vehicles | Across the map and police-related areas |
| Military vehicles | Areas such as NAS and the Lake Hotel |
| Tractors | On or near farmland |
| Humvees | Military outposts, including the Naval Air Station |
| Police Cars | Police stations or places where police may be required |
Vehicles can spawn in varying states of disrepair. Automobiles frequently have severe tire and body damage, while watercraft often have fuel tank and body damage.
A vehicle’s shown speed uses studs traveled per second, though the game displays that value as miles per hour. A repaired vehicle is generally much faster than traveling on foot, but an unrepaired one may be difficult to control or unable to last through a fight.
Repairs, Fuel, and Damage
A car does not rely on one universal health bar. Its components have separate health values, and each component affects how well the vehicle works.
The engine is the most important component. When it reaches 0% health, the vehicle becomes immobile, starts producing flames, and then explodes after a few seconds. The explosion can damage or kill nearby players. The burning wreck can also damage players who touch it before the fire ends.
| Component | What its condition affects |
|---|---|
| Engine | Whether the vehicle can function |
| Body | Protection for the engine and other interior components |
| Tires | How uniformly the vehicle rolls |
| Fuel Tank | How efficiently the vehicle uses fuel |
| Glass | Ability to block incoming shots |
For cars, the body protects occupants and internal parts such as the engine and fuel tank. Once the body reaches 0%, damage can begin affecting the engine or fuel tank depending on where the vehicle is hit.
Tires have a major effect on handling. Low-durability tires are wobblier and harder to control. Rear tires provide acceleration, while front tires steer. Repairing tires in pairs can help prevent an off-balance vehicle.
| Repair or fuel item | Used on | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Repair Kit | Tires | Restores 100% tire health to one tire |
| Engine Repair Kit | Engine | Restores 40% engine health |
| Quality Engine Repair Kit | Engine | Restores 100% engine health |
| Fuel Tank Repair Kit | Fuel Tank | Restores 40% fuel tank health |
| Quality Fuel Tank Repair Kit | Fuel Tank | Restores 100% fuel tank health |
| Small Gas Can | Fuel input | Contains 4 gallons of fuel |
| Large Gas Can | Fuel input | Contains 10 gallons of fuel |
| Glass Repair Kit | Windshield | Restores 100% window health |
| Body Repair Kit | Hood or hull | Restores 40% body health |
| Quality Body Repair Kit | Hood or hull | Restores 100% body health |
The Tire Repair Kit works on automobiles, except the Snowmobile and Powered Sleigh. The Glass Repair Kit is only useful on vehicles that have glass.
Two vehicle-focused utilities are also available:
- Fuel Syphon Pump, which affects vehicle refueling.
- Mechanic's Tools Set, which affects vehicle repair and refueling.
Newer Vehicle Additions and Practical Use
The July 2025 Beta Map Release added three vehicles: the Sports Car, Delivery Van, and Box Truck. These are included in the land-vehicle list above.
| Vehicle added in the Beta Map Release | Release context |
|---|---|
| Sports Car | Added July 1, 2025 |
| Delivery Van | Added July 1, 2025 |
| Box Truck | Added July 1, 2025 |
Vehicles serve more than one purpose. Their main jobs are transportation and loot storage, but they can also provide cover and be used in PvE or PvP situations. Speed and durability affect how effective a vehicle is when facing players or Infected.
Useful advantages include:
- Moving faster than a player when the vehicle is repaired.
- Storing additional loot.
- Providing protection from Infected and hostile players.
- Allowing players to travel between towns, countryside, and other areas more efficiently.
There are important tradeoffs as well:
- Vehicles are relatively rare.
- They often need repairs when found.
- A vehicle can make its driver and passengers a more noticeable target.
- A damaged vehicle can explode and become unusable.
- Fuel tank damage makes fuel consumption less efficient.
Players looking for a dependable car should inspect the engine, body, tires, fuel tank, and glass before relying on it for a long trip. A vehicle with a healthy engine but poor tires may still be difficult to drive, while a strong body helps protect the engine and fuel tank from further damage.
FAQ
What are all cars in apocalypse rising 2?
The land vehicles listed in the game’s vehicle category are Ambulance, Armored Truck, Army Pickup, Army Truck, ATV, Box Truck, Cargo Van, CUV, Delivery Van, Firetruck, Hatchback, Humvee, Jeep, Luxury Sedan, Muscle Car, Pickup Truck, Police Car, Police CUV, Powered Sleigh, Sedan, Semi Truck, Snowmobile, Sports Car, Station Wagon, SUV, Tractor, and Utility Truck.
Are boats included with cars?
No. Apocalypse Rising 2 separates vehicles into automobiles and watercraft. Cars and other automobiles are land vehicles, while watercraft spawn and operate in water.
Which cars were added in the Beta Map Release?
The Sports Car, Delivery Van, and Box Truck were added in the July 1, 2025 Beta Map Release.
Why does a car explode?
A vehicle becomes immobile when its engine reaches 0% health. Flames begin coming from the engine, and the vehicle explodes after a few seconds, potentially damaging nearby players.
What should I repair first?
The engine is the most important component because it allows the vehicle to function. Tires are also important for control, while body condition helps protect the engine and fuel tank.