Vehicles

There are five different vehicles in total that you can acquire during your adventures in the Wasteland. Each vehicle comes equipped with its own set of stock parts. However, once you have access to a garage, you can tune each vehicle to your liking by installing new parts like more powerful engines, boost upgrades, better tires, and improved suspension. In this section, we take a close look at each vehicle and their upgrades. Tuning tips are also provided, helping you get the most performance possible out of each ride.

Jetter

The Jetter ATV is the first vehicle you acquire in the Wasteland, provided by Dan Hagar. It is fast and very maneuverable, serving as a good training platform while you get used to the driving mechanics. Despite its small size, the Jetter is equipped with a boost function, great for rapid acceleration. However, it lacks the speed and mass to complete the various vehicle jumps—you’ll need at least the Dune Buster to begin smashing those drones. While this rugged all-terrain vehicle is great for shuttling between the Hagar and Outrigger Settlements, avoid driving it beyond the barricade. The Jetter has no armor or weapons, making it extremely vulnerable to attacks by bandit vehicles and guard towers. There are also no upgrades or themes available for the Jetter either, so what you see is what you get.

Dune Buster

The Dune Buster is a rugged little buggy that Durar Hagar has fixed up for you. You receive the Dune Buster as a reward for completing the Find the Buggy Parts job. Of all the vehicles, the Dune Buster offers the best balance of speed and maneuverability. This makes it perfect for races and other speed-based challenges. However, the vehicle has weak armor and limited weapon options, making it less than ideal for vehicular combat. Still, with the proper upgrades, the Dune Buster can hold its own in any situation.

While the Dune Buster is a nice upgrade over the Jetter, it could use a lot of work. First, you need to upgrade the Dune Buster’s anemic boost. Complete Durar’s Time Trial to win the Evenflow 2X Boost upgrade, doubling the boost duration. Next, you need to buy a weapon. The Dune Buster can only support one mounted weapon, either Miniguns or Rocket Launchers. Miniguns cost less and should be more than adequate for confronting bandit vehicles early during the campaign. These two upgrades should be more than sufficient for getting around the Wasteland until you acquire the Cuprino. However, if you wish to enter races, you’ll want to spend a little more time upgrading the Dune Buster. Set your sights on the Evenflow Max Boost to maximize boost duration and the V6 Thunder Engine to increase the buggy’s top speed. All remaining upgrades are secondary and won’t greatly impact the performance of the vehicle. But if you’re serious about racing, buy the Performance Spiked tires and Sport Suspension to tighten up the controls for a more responsive ride.

All costs shown in the vehicle upgrade tables are in racing certificates. You cannot purchase upgrades with cash.

Dune Buster Stock Parts
Icon	Name	Description
	Standard Suspension	The standard suspension is better than no suspension at all!
	Standard Tires	The standard tires provide little traction and no style, but they were free.
	Second Hand Theme	A hand-me-down paint theme from the Hagar Settlement.
	L4 Beetle Engine	The L4 Beetle Engine is the standard for buggy class vehicles.
	Evenflow Boost	This entry-level boost will get you going, but not for long.

Dune Buster Upgrades
Icon	Name	Cost	Description
	Miniguns	10	Get the enemy in your sights and bring the pain. Slight tracking ability.
	Rocket Launchers	20	Those bandits don’t have a chance when you’re packing rockets!
	Evenflow 2X Boost*	0	Same great flow, now with twice the boost!
	Evenflow Max Boost	25	Hold on tight! Here comes the maximum boost!
	Sport Suspension	20	The sport suspension upgrade provides more shock absorption for the all-terrain driver.
	V6 Thunder Engine	30	The largest, fastest, most powerful engine that you can stuff into a buggy.
	id Theme	5	One of the last reminders of a long dead race of game developers. Wear it with pride!
	Skull Theme	5	Guaranteed to make the driver look even more badass.
	Standard Spiked	15	Standard buggy tires, but now with deadly spikes!
	Performance Tires	20	Extra traction means tighter turns and better control.
	Performance Spiked	25	All the traction of the Performance tires meets all the protection of the spikes!

* = Complete Durar’s Time Trial to win

Rat Rod (DLC)

If you have the Anarchy Edition DLC installed, you will find the Rat Rod Buggy waiting for you in your garage once you reach Wellspring. Functionally, the Rat Rod can take approximately 50% more damage than the Dune Buster. The only differences are purely cosmetic. The two vehicles even share the same parts and upgrades with the exception of the themes—the Rat Rod has an exclusive Boar Theme. Any parts you buy for the Dune Buster are automatically applied to the Rat Rod too. Since they’re both in the same class, you can also use the Rat Rod in any buggy-class races. Before starting a race, you’re given the option to choose between the Dune Buster and Rat Rod. The choice to use the Rat Rod comes down to preference and style. It is one mean-looking ride!

Cuprino

Sheriff Black won’t let you resupply the Northern Watch Tower until you’ve acquired a Cuprino by winning the Dusty 8 Sponsored Event. Powered by a thunderous V8 engine and equipped with both Miniguns and Rocket Launchers, the Cuprino is built for battle. When it comes to blasting bandit vehicles, this is the ride you want! Even with its stock parts, the Cuprino is a vast improvement over the Dune Buster when it comes to vehicular combat. However, it may take some time to get used to the weight of this somewhat cumbersome machine. Compared to the Dune Buster, it has a much wider turning radius. Braking distances are also significantly increased. So drive the Cuprino out in the Wasteland for a while before entering any races—you need time to adjust to its less-than-agile handling.

There’s a wide range of upgrades available for the Cuprino, improving the vehicle’s performance during races and combat. Start with the C3C Evenflow Max Boost to maximize the duration of the vehicle’s boost. Early on it’s also a good idea to buy the Medium and Heavy Cuprino Armor to increase the amount of damage the vehicle can take before exploding. Increasing the armor has benefits in both Wasteland combat as well as during combat-based race events. If you’re looking for a bit more speed for racing, choose the V10 Cuprino engine upgrade to increase the vehicle’s top speed. Or, if you’re bothered by the Cuprino’s wide turning radius, purchase the Performance tires or Performance Spiked tires to provide a bit more traction during tight turns.

Cuprino Stock Parts
Icon	Name	Description
	C3C Standard Suspension	Standard-issue Cuprino suspension is better than nothing, but not by much.
	Standard Tires	Standard Cuprino tires with just enough tread to keep you moving.
	Basic Cuprino Armor	The entry-level armor kit for the Cuprino. It’s better than nothing.
	Second Hand Theme	A no-frills basic Cuprino paint theme.
	V8 Cuprino	The entry-level Cuprino V8 engine meets the minimum racing standards, but not much more.
	C3C Evenflow 2X Boost	The Cuprino mid-level boost lasts twice as long as the standard boost.

Cuprino Upgrades
Icon	Name	Cost	Description
	Medium Cuprino Armor	15	The Cuprino’s Medium Armor boasts the same weight as the Basic Armor, but twice the protection.
	Heavy Cuprino Armor	25	Cuprino Heavy Armor is crafted with Feltrite, making it the lightest Heavy Armor around.
	C3C Evenflow Max Boost	30	The maximum boost available for the Cuprino. Hold on tight!
	V10 Cuprino	45	The largest engine available for the Cuprino. Get to where you’re going fast!
	The Hammer	15	Aptly named, this grill hammers enemy vehicles into little pieces.
	The Magnum*	0	The big boy of ramming grills.
	C3C Sport Suspension	35	The smoothest Cuprino ride possible.
	Orange Theme	5	A classic Wasteland look.
	Patrol Theme	5	Smells like bacon. . .anyone want donuts?
	Standard Spiked	20	These Standard Cuprino tires come with spikes for extra intimidation and defense!
	Performance Tires	25	The performance series provides the best control and turning radius for the Cuprino.
	Performance Spiked	30	All the traction of the performance series meets all the attitude of spikes!

* = Complete Starky’s Challenge to win

Monarch

Covered in tank-like armor and equipped with a multi-weapon turret on the roof, the Monarch is an absolute beast. You can acquire this ride in Subway Town by beating Starky in a race pitting your Cuprino against his Monarch. Leave Starky in your dust to win the keys to his prized Monarch. The vehicle is equipped with three weapons: Miniguns, Rocket Launchers, and an Advanced Pulse Weapon. The Advanced Pulse Weapon fires a devastating energy pulse capable of destroying any vehicle with a single hit. Pulse Ammo isn’t cheap, but it’s by far the best way to take out bandit vehicles and Authority Predators. If you thought driving the Cuprino was difficult, you probably won’t find the Monarch much easier. This is a very heavy vehicle, so prepare yourself for a wide turning radius and long braking distances. Acceleration is somewhat sluggish too, so rely on boost to get you up to speed.

The stock Monarch as won from Starky is rather impressive, but you may want to make a few improvements. The Advanced Pure-Flow Monarch Boost is a worthwhile upgrade, maximizing boost duration. The vehicle’s stock armor is sufficient for battling bandit vehicles, but strongly consider buying the Heavy Monarch Armor prior to attacking the Authority Bridge. The heavier armor allows the vehicle to better absorb the powerful attacks of Authority Predators. There are only two Monarch-class races, but if you want to put on a good show, strongly consider buying the Performance or Performance Spiked tires for improved traction and turning.

Monarch Stock Parts
Icon	Name	Description
	Standard Tires	Decent tires for driving around the Wasteland.
	Basic Monarch Armor	The Basic Monarch Armor is twice as thick as the heaviest Cuprino Armor.
	Starky’s Theme	Starky thought this paint theme was cool. Do you?
	Standard Pure-Flow	Standard Pure-Flow Monarch Boost. Now you’re boostin’ with Pure-Flow.

Monarch Upgrades
Icon	Name	Cost	Description
	Heavy Monarch Armor	30	Feltrite-reinforced Heavy Armor for your Monarch. Maximum protection!
	Advanced Pure-Flow Monarch Boost	45	The best boost in the Wasteland!
	Scorcher Theme	10	Look like one of the comet-worshipping bandits, the Scorchers.
	Standard Spiked	25	The same Monarch tires you love, but with car-slashing spikes!
	Performance Tires	30	Extra traction means tighter turns and better control for your Monarch.
	Performance Spiked	40	Extra traction and tire-popping spikes! Who could ask for more?