Michael Bushnell

Bridging the Gap Between Tactical Requirements and Luxury Expectations

What Makes an Armored Car More Secure than Other Cars?

Top Security Measures: Investing in Bulletproof Cars

Alpine Armoring's Bulletproof Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG SUV

**CHANTILLY, VA, UNITED STATES, July 31, 2026** -- Alpine Armoring, a leading manufacturer of high-quality armored vehicles, is pleased to announce its participation at [The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering](https://www.peninsula.com/en/signature-events/events/motorsports), taking place Friday, August 14, 2026, at Quail Lodge & Golf Club in Carmel, California. Alpine Armoring will exhibit two of its most exclusive builds: the [Condorᵗ® Armored Luxury Tactical Truck](/vehicles-we-armor/armored-condor-t-luxury-tactical-truck), armored to Level A9 (CEN B6+), and the [Armored Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG](/vehicles-we-armor/armored-mercedes-benz-g-class), armored to Level A9.
 
Now in its 23rd year, The Quail is among the most exclusive gatherings of Monterey Car Week: a garden party limited to a few thousand guests and approximately 200 hand-selected collector cars and motorcycles. The 2026 edition features more than a dozen automotive debuts from top OEMs and independent designers, plus a two-day Broad Arrow auction of roughly 175 collector cars. Alpine Armoring brings certified ballistic protection to the same show field.
 
## Featured Vehicles
 
- **[Condorᵗ® Armored Luxury Tactical Truck](/available-now/armored-condor-t-1154)** - The only purpose-built civilian armored luxury tactical pickup on the market. Built on a Ford F-600 4x4 chassis with a 6.7L V8 Power Stroke turbo-diesel, the Condorᵗ® pairs Level A9 protection, stopping high-power rifle rounds such as 7.62x51, 7.62x39, and 5.56x45, with a VIP cabin featuring rear VIP captain's chairs, a starlight headliner, a panoramic armored-glass sunroof, and Alpine 6.1 surround sound system. Run-flat military wheels keep it moving up to 50 miles at 50 mph.
- **[Armored Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG](/available-now/armored-mercedes-benz-g63-amg-6773)** - Armored to Level A9, the bulletproof G63 AMG keeps its 577 hp, 627 lb-ft 4.0L V8 biturbo with almost no performance loss. Certified multi-layered ballistic glass replaces every window, hardened ballistic steel reinforces the passenger area, and Alpine Armoring's proprietary overlap protection seals the gap between the two. At 7,750 lbs armored, it defeats high-power rifle rounds including 7.62x51, 7.62x39 and 5.56x45, plus two DM51 hand grenades under the floor.
 
> "The Quail celebrates the finest automobiles in the world, and our clients live in that world," said Fred Khoroushi, president of Alpine Armoring. "No one should have to choose between the vehicles they love and the protection they need. The Condorᵗ® and the armored G63 AMG show they don't have to."
 
Attendees are invited to visit Alpine Armoring's display at spot #49 to see both vehicles up close, meet the Alpine Armoring team, and discuss customization options.

Alpine Armoring to Showcase Armored Luxury Vehicles at The Quail 2026

**CHANTILLY, VA, UNITED STATES, July 31, 2026** -- Alpine Armoring, a leading manufacturer of high-quality armored vehicles, is pleased to announce a special display in conjunction with the 75th [Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance](https://www.pebblebeachconcours.net), taking place August 13–16, 2026, at Pebble Beach Golf Links in Pebble Beach, California. During Pebble Beach Automotive Week, Alpine Armoring will present the [Condorᵗ® Armored Luxury Tactical Truck](https://thecondor.us), armored to Alpine Level A9 (CEN B6+), the [Armored Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG](/vehicles-we-armor/armored-mercedes-benz-g-class), armored to Alpine Level A9, and the [MASTIFF® Limited Edition](/vehicles-we-armor/armored-mastiff-50-cal-truck), one of only 21 built worldwide and rated against .50-caliber rifle fire.
 
Begun in 1950 and held on the 18th fairway of Pebble Beach Golf Links, the Concours is regarded as the world's premier celebration of the automobile. Entrants compete for Best of Show and are judged on elegance, technical merit and history; the 2025 field drew 229 cars from 22 countries, and the event has raised more than $45 million for charity to date. The show field also hosts some of the year's most anticipated automotive concepts and new car debuts. This year, the 3rd fairway opens for the largest gathering of Lamborghini Miuras ever assembled, marking that model's 60th anniversary. The anniversary edition honors Ferrari as its featured marque and Carrozzeria Vignale as its featured coachbuilder, a tribute to hand-formed metal and bespoke interiors.
 
## On Display
 
- **[Condorᵗ® Armored Luxury Tactical Truck](/available-now/armored-condor-t-1154)** - A four-passenger, 2+2 armored build weighing close to 17,000 lbs, protected to Alpine Level A9 with armor plate and no-spall ballistic glass certified by Beschussamt München. Alpine Armoring is the only manufacturer that meets both Aberdeen Proving Ground and VPAM VR7 standards, with materials tested to EN 1063, NIJ 0101.07, and STANAG 4569. Perforated leather captain's chairs, bespoke wood-laminate flooring and RGB ambient lighting finish the cabin.
- **[Armored Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG](/available-now/armored-mercedes-benz-g63-amg-6773)** - Armored to Alpine Level A9, with anti-mine protection on the roof and floor, and 21-inch wheels with run-flat inserts. Alpine Armoring offers the G-Wagon platform in both G550 and G63 AMG trims, with options such as an engine-bay fire-suppression system and an electric door-shock system. A completed Night Black Magno G63 is [in stock](/armored-vehicles-for-sale) at the company's Chantilly, Virginia, headquarters and is available to ship immediately.
- **[MASTIFF® Limited Edition](/available-now/armored-mastiff-50-cal-3223)** - The first and only commercially offered civilian armored vehicle capable of stopping .50-caliber rifle fire, engineered on Alpine Armoring's Level A12 (B7+) armor technology. Just 21 units exist worldwide, making it the most exclusive vehicle the company has produced since its founding in 1997. Built for total independence, it carries a range of more than 1,500 miles on a single tank. Its appearance at the 75th Concours marks a rare public showing.
 
> "Vignale's craftsmen shaped every panel by hand, and our shop still works that way," said Cameron Khoroushi, director of design and engineering at Alpine Armoring. "Between 200 and 400 engineering hours go into a single Level A9 SUV. The 75th Concours celebrates that kind of craftsmanship, and Alpine Armoring is honored to take part."
 
Guests can view the MASTIFF® throughout Pebble Beach Automotive Week, August 13 through 16, with the Condorᵗ® and armored G63 AMG joining the display on Saturday and Sunday, August 15 and 16.

Alpine Armoring Brings Armored Elegance to Pebble Beach Concours 2026

Michael Bushnell serves as Content Producer at Alpine Armoring, where he has developed expertise in armored vehicle specifications and protective capabilities by documenting vehicle armoring projects. Working alongside Alpine Armoring's engineers and manufacturing teams, Michael has participated in hundreds of armored vehicle builds, learning ballistic protection systems, armor integration techniques, and threat protection levels.

His work covers armored vehicle applications for civilian, corporate, and diplomatic protection, and high-risk operations. Michael evaluates armor configurations, documents ballistic testing procedures, and works with engineers to understand how protective solutions withstand different threats. Through his time in Alpine Armoring's production facility, he has gained knowledge of material selection, vehicle dynamics, and compliance with international ballistic standards.

Michael Bushnell occupe le poste de producteur de contenu chez Alpine Armoring, où il a acquis une expertise dans les spécifications des véhicules blindés et leurs capacités de protection en documentant des projets de blindage de véhicules. En collaboration avec les ingénieurs et les équipes de fabrication d'Alpine Armoring, Michael a participé à la construction de centaines de véhicules blindés, ce qui lui a permis d'approfondir ses connaissances sur les systèmes de protection balistique, les techniques d'intégration du blindage et les niveaux de protection contre les menaces.

Son travail couvre les applications des véhicules blindés pour la protection civile, d'entreprise et diplomatique, ainsi que les opérations à haut risque. Michael évalue les configurations de blindage, documente les procédures d'essais balistiques et travaille avec les ingénieurs pour comprendre comment les solutions de protection résistent à différentes menaces. Au cours de son passage au sein de l'usine de production d'Alpine Armoring, il a acquis des connaissances en matière de sélection des matériaux, de dynamique des véhicules et de conformité aux normes balistiques internationales.

Michael Bushnell est producteur de contenu chez Alpine Armoring. Fort d'une expérience de terrain acquise lors de la documentation de centaines de projets de blindage de véhicules, il est spécialisé dans les systèmes de protection balistique, l'intégration de blindages et les niveaux de protection contre les menaces.

Michael Bushnell trabaja como productor de contenidos en Alpine Armoring, donde ha desarrollado su experiencia en especificaciones de vehículos blindados y capacidades de protección documentando proyectos de blindaje de vehículos. Trabajando junto a los ingenieros y los equipos de fabricación de Alpine Armoring, Michael ha participado en cientos de construcciones de vehículos blindados, aprendiendo sistemas de protección balística, técnicas de integración del blindaje y niveles de protección frente a amenazas.

Su trabajo abarca aplicaciones de vehículos blindados para protección civil, corporativa y diplomática, y operaciones de alto riesgo. Michael evalúa configuraciones de blindaje, documenta procedimientos de pruebas balísticas y trabaja con ingenieros para comprender cómo las soluciones de protección resisten diferentes amenazas. Gracias a su paso por las instalaciones de producción de Alpine Armoring, ha adquirido conocimientos sobre la selección de materiales, la dinámica de los vehículos y el cumplimiento de las normas balísticas internacionales.

Michael Bushnell es un productor de contenidos de Alpine Armoring con experiencia práctica en la documentación de cientos de vehículos blindados, especializado en sistemas de protección balística, integración de blindajes y niveles de protección contra amenazas.

Michael Bushnell is a Content Producer at Alpine Armoring with hands-on experience documenting hundreds of armored vehicle builds, specializing in ballistic protection systems, armor integration, and threat protection levels.

Michael Bushnell, Content Producer at Alpine Armoring, shares armored vehicle insights gained from documenting hundreds of builds and working with engineers on ballistic protection systems and armor integration.