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They would if it were as bulletproof as it looks.

Edit: Ah. I didn't allow all of the scripts at first, so didn't see the text about "exterior shell made for ultimate durability and passenger protection". They ought to use actual "bulletproof" windows, however. So I wonder if this is aimed at wealthy preppers.

Also, the nose should be depleted uranium, with the batteries just behind and shielded, to facilitate punching through other vehicles in the way.



It is _literally_ bulletproof, according to the demonstration video they showed during the presentation. Well, not the windows; but the truck body is.


I expect the windows will be bulletproof by next month, given the embarrassing demo failure.


I don't think making the windows as tough as the stainless steel truck body is a design goal. I suspect they'll probably improve them so they survive the "hurl a steel sphere at the window as hard as you can" test from the on-stage demo, but I doubt the stock windows will ever be literally bulletproof like the truck body is.




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