Special protection vehicles are often additionally equipped with special equipment that is rarely available for conventional vehicles. This special equipment for special protection vehicles is used for the coordination and safety of the armored vehicles and, of course, their occupants. Classically, this includes
GPS tracking systems: Despite the best ballistic protection, people occasionally gain unauthorized access to the special protection vehicles. This can be a relatively simple theft or even a hijacking. GPS tracking systems help to locate the stolen vehicle. However, in view of the increasing mechanization of private cars, this special equipment is now relatively commonplace.
Remote control: Remote control is also gradually finding its way into everyday life. This means that the special protection vehicle can be started remotely in order to be able to leave the scene quickly and to ensure greater safety in the event of suspected ignition-coupled car bombs.
Fail-safe wheels: An obvious target when attacking an armored vehicle are the tires. The air-filled rubber can be damaged comparatively easily, which is why emergency running properties have now been developed to compensate for a loss of air pressure in the event of sudden foreign body impact, among other things.
Air filter: This vehicle technology is used to filter the air in the interior of the special protection vehicle to provide protection in the event of gas attacks, for example. An alternative technology uses compressed air cylinders to ensure an independent supply of breathing air.
Anti-kidnapping functions: In the event of a planned kidnapping, armored vehicles can usually be immobilized via a hidden control panel and the doors locked. Firstly, this prevents the attackers from getting into the vehicle and, if they do succeed, they remain in place.
Emergency exits: "Emergency exits" have been developed in recent years to ensure that the special equipment of special protection vehicles does not inadvertently become a prison, for example as a result of accidents. Window panes that can be blown out allow occupants to make their way out of the otherwise heavily armored vehicle if doors do not open as usual due to deformations and the like.
