New theft-proof armored car revealed, costing $23,000 – it’s so protected it can keep the driver safe from explosions

A GIANT eight-passenger armored truck has hit the market for just $23,000.

Drivers found the massive vehicle, complete with reinforced walls and roof-mounted defense system, ready for sale on eBay.

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For $23,000, drivers can pick up the truck in the UK, according to an eBay publish.

The Zephyr armored car listing expires on August 1st.

The armored truck is currently for sale as a classified advertisement. The seller is not accepting bids on the vehicle.

Zephyr initially built the vehicle for Australian military operations.

Dozens of features throughout the vehicle can withstand extreme temperatures, thousands of pounds of brute force impact and even explosions.

The truck is divided into two compartments – a powered cabin at the front and a survival cell at the rear.

Inside the cabin, the driver will find four forward-facing seats with air conditioning vents and automatic gear selector.

The rear of the truck has four inward-facing seats mounted on the walls of the truck, with no windows.

Occupants can access a door in the truck’s roof to operate surveillance devices.

The truck’s windshield has three wipers, and 18-wheel rearview mirrors flank each side of the truck, highlighting its size.

The seller said the truck “runs and drives” but is unlikely to pass U.S. highway regulations.

The steering wheel is mounted on the right side of the driver’s cab. A piece of tape in the middle of the dashboard reminds drivers to keep the “master switch off.”

There are no windows in the back of the van. Drivers are flanked by two small teardrop-shaped windows on each side of the cabin.

The seller lists the condition of the vehicle as “in pre-owned condition.”

Rust appeared on the vehicle’s exterior seams and on the truck’s metal surfaces.

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Interest in vehicle anti-theft technologies has peaked after years of stolen vehicle trends.

But experts believe drivers can better protect themselves with a few quick tips rather than purchasing armored vehicles.

How to prevent vehicle theft

Here are 10 ways to prevent your car from being stolen, according to one car insurance company:

1. Lock your doors. This makes it more difficult for thieves to access anything inside the vehicle.
2. Keep your keys with you. With smart keys and remote controls, a car can be unlocked if the key is nearby. If the key is inside or with you, it cannot be unlocked.
3. Don’t leave the spare key near the vehicle, as thieves know to look for it in common places, such as the wheel well, under items in the garage or in the glove compartment.
4. Keep windows closed. If a window is open, thieves can unlock the doors manually.
5. Park in well-lit areas, as this helps deter thieves if their actions are visible to passersby.
6. If your vehicle doesn’t have one, consider an anti-theft alarm system.
7. If you live in a high-crime area, consider an immobilizer device that utilizes a kill switch if the device does not recognize an authorized key.
8. Consider a tracking device so you can control the location of your vehicle if it is stolen.
9. Never leave valuables in the car, especially in a visible place. Thieves know to look for valuables in the floorboards, passenger or back seats.
10. Check before leaving the vehicle that it is safe.

Source: Allstate Auto Insurance

MODERN CARS CAN TAKE THE ROAD

While the Zephyr vehicle may excite drivers with its brute force, U.S. lawmakers are preparing for another modern mode of transportation.

Minnesota lawmakers have passed a new state highway law, called the Jetsons law, that will allow flying vehicles to use the state’s highways.

The legislation officially defines a “roadworthy aircraft” as a vehicle that can fly and drive on public roads.

Instead of purchasing traditional license plates, the legislation allows plane-to-car drivers to use tail numbers.

Rear numbers are a common identification for air-ready vehicles.

Few companies have a clear path to large-scale production, but some vehicles, such as the Alef Model A, have hinted at production capacity by 2025.

Alef suggested the car will cost $300,000 and have more than 100 miles of electric range.