Mercedes-Benz unveils E-Guard armored E-Class

Luxurious yet well-armored vehicles are nothing new, but the innovations being made in materials and techniques are nearly as rapid and multifarious as the weapons employed against them. Mercedes-Benz's latest armored car, based on the new E-Class and dubbed the E-Guard, is an example of the latest breed. Starting with a standard E-Class, the E-Guard is made by inserting special steel plates and aramid throughout the chassis, while the typical glass windows are replaced with heavy-duty polycarbonate. 2010 Mercedes Benz E-Class