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Mastering Vehicle Hotwiring in Project Zomboid: A Comprehensive Guide

Project Zomboid's vast map encourages vehicular exploration, but acquiring a car can be tricky. While finding keys is ideal, hotwiring offers a viable alternative. This guide details the process and skill requirements.

Hotwiring Mechanics in Project Zomboid

Successfully hotwiring a car grants temporary access, contingent on fuel and vehicle condition. However, Level 1 Electrical and Level 2 Mechanics skills are prerequisites. Alternatively, choosing the Burglar profession during character creation bypasses these skill requirements.

Hotwiring a Car: A Step-by-Step Guide

1. Enter the vehicle.
2. Access the vehicle's radial menu (default key: V).
3. Select "Hotwire" and wait for completion.

Upon meeting the skill requirements, these steps enable hotwiring. The process is automated; once finished, press W to start the engine. Remember to check fuel levels beforehand.

Leveling Up Electrical and Mechanical Skills

For non-Burglar characters, skill progression requires specific in-game activities:

• Electrical: Dismantling electronics (watches, radios, televisions).
• Mechanics: Removing and reinstalling mechanical parts.

Books and magazines also provide skill boosts. Search homes, businesses, mailboxes, sheds, and bookshelves for these items. Server admins can use the "/addxp" command to directly grant skill XP. Appropriate tools (screwdrivers, etc.) are necessary for dismantling and installation. Right-clicking vehicle parts and selecting "Vehicle Mechanics" allows part removal.