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Vehicle & Electronics Protection

How to protect your car, your home’s electrical system and your electronics from an EMP or a solar storm, from Faraday cages to surge protection.

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What to know about vehicle & electronics protection

What you can protect, and how

Modern cars and devices depend on small electronics that a strong pulse could damage. This section covers the practical options: Faraday cages and bags for spare electronics, shielding one room versus a whole home, and protecting the vehicle you would need to get out.

For reviews of specific protection products, see Gear Reviews.

Does a Faraday cage have to be grounded?

No. A closed, conductive shell blocks the pulse whether or not it is grounded. What matters most is that it is fully closed, with no gaps.

Will my car still run after an EMP?

No one can say for sure. Older cars with fewer electronics are thought to be less at risk, and protecting a vehicle's electrical system is covered in this section.

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