## Build an archive file

Building an archive file is your final step on the road to creating a new custom car for use in Midtown Madness:

1. From a command prompt, go to c:\vck\shop.
2. Type ship.bat filename (vp*), and then press ENTER.

   The ship.bat file automatically copies your .ar file to the folder where Midtown Madness is installed -- provided that Midtown is installed in the default directory (otherwise you'll have to edit the batch file). Once this step is completed, you should be able to select your custom car from the Vehicles list on the Vehicles screen in Midtown Madness. It should appear in the Vehicles list as Test Vehicle.

   The ship.bat file also automatically copies your .ar file and a shiplist file to C:\vck\build The shiplist file lists all the files contained within the .ar file. It can be useful for troubleshooting problems with your car model; it can help you determine if you have any extra, unnecessary, or missing files in your .ar file.