Schedule 1 Benzies Family Guide

The Benzies Family in Schedule 1 has quickly become one of the game’s biggest threats. Introduced in the Cartel update, the Benzies represent a massive criminal operation spread across Hyland Point, and players will need to confront them to progress the cartel storyline. If you’re wondering who the Benzies are, where they operate, and how to deal with them, this guide breaks it all down.

Who Are the Benzies Family in Schedule 1

The Benzies Family is a large drug cartel that rivals the player and Uncle Nelson. They run their empire out of Hyland Manor, which acts as their main base. Members are easy to spot thanks to their black jackets paired with green vests.

They were first introduced in the Cartel 0.4.0 update, the community-voted content drop that beat out shrooms and a police expansion. From this point onward, the Benzies became the core enemies in Hyland Point, burning down the player’s RV and working to sabotage progress.

Where the Benzies Operate

While Hyland Manor is their main stronghold, the Benzies are active across multiple parts of the map. You’ll run into them during ambushes, cartel deals, and influence fights. Their presence is tied directly to cartel influence in each region, meaning the more influence they hold, the harder it becomes to unlock new areas.

Players can expect to see Benzies members around:

Suburbia (cartel house next to Jane’s camper)
Westville (dealer by Dean’s Tattoo Shop)
Downtown (between the Diner and Canal)
Docks (Billy’s house near the checkpoint)
Uptown (Crimson Canary)

These dealer locations are one of the main ways the family spreads its control.

How to Fight Back Against the Benzies

Reducing their influence is the key. Every time you take down a Benzies dealer or survive one of their ambushes, you lower their grip on a region. Some confirmed mechanics:

Killing or knocking out a dealer reduces cartel influence by 50.
Successfully defending against an ambush reduces influence by 75.
Unlocking new customers in a region lowers their hold on that area.
Tagging graffiti spots also chips away at their control.

Failing to act against the Benzies will stall your progress, since each new region requires their influence to be reduced first.

Benzies in the Cartel Storyline

Your first introduction comes after unlocking Westville, when Thomas Benzies texts you with a “business proposition.” At that point you choose between working with the family or declaring open war.

Work with them: supply product weekly below market value and restrict your territory.
Fight them: deal with constant ambushes, sabotage, and influence struggles.

No matter the choice, the Benzies Family are the central obstacle of the cartel questline, with the story ultimately driving toward a confrontation with Hyland Manor itself.

How to Recognize Benzies Members

Spotting the Benzies quickly can make ambushes and dealer hunts much easier. Every member of the family wears a distinct outfit: black jackets with green vests. This uniform makes them stand out compared to other NPCs, even when they blend into crowded areas.

When ambushed, you’ll know it’s the Benzies because of the group size and aggression. They often appear in groups of three or more, and their goal is to chip away at your resources while boosting cartel influence. Pay attention to areas where dealers are known to operate, since these locations are also common for Benzies activity.

Final Blurb

The Benzies Family in Schedule 1 is more than just another gang. They are the backbone of the cartel update, dictating how you progress through Hyland Point. From Hyland Manor to their scattered dealer houses, the Benzies stand between you and expansion, and learning how to manage their influence is the only way forward.

FAQ

Who are the Benzies in Schedule 1?

The Benzies are a powerful cartel introduced in the 0.4.0 update. They control Hyland Manor and act as the main rivals to the player.

Where is the Benzies Family base located?

Their main base is Hyland Manor, though they also operate through dealer houses across Westville, Suburbia, Downtown, Docks, and Uptown.

How do you lower Benzies influence?

You can lower their influence by killing or knocking out cartel dealers, winning ambushes, unlocking new customers, and tagging graffiti.

Do you have to fight the Benzies?

Not always. You can accept their truce and work for them, but this limits your freedom. Refusing the deal means going to war and dealing with constant pushback.