The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Is an SUV the Right Vehicle for Your Principal?
By Larry Side

Just the other day we received a call from yet another client that is considering replacing the sedans they currently use for executive transportation with SUV’s. After talking with their Security Manager for nearly an hour and discussing everything from daily operating costs to the life expectancy of tires and whether their drivers would require additional in order to safely operate these vehicles, it was clear that they were seriously considering this change and close to making a final decision. What was also clear from this call and some of the others we have received lately is that the SUV is no longer just seen as the follow vehicle of choice for security details that have the need and budget for a second vehicle. Today, these trucks – well that’s what we used to call them – are being looked at as a serious alternative to the four door sedans that have been the first choice in executive transportation for many years. Read full article...

A Tale of Two Attacks
An Objective Look at Recent Vehicle Ambushes
By Anthony J. Scotti and Joseph Autera

Just how important is it for a Protective Detail Leader or Security Manager to be able to recognize the indicators and warnings associated with various threats and understand the capabilities of potential attackers? The answers can be found by taking a closer look at two recent attacks. One was unsuccessful and not very widely publicized while the other was successful and made headlines around the world for a short period of time. Read full article...