Armored Vehicles for Oakville

Armor adds a lot of weight, and weight shows up most clearly in sustained highway driving and hard stops from speed. That is why reinforced suspension and brakes are part of every Exec Armor build rather than an optional extra. For a client who spends hours each week on the QEW or Highway 407, these systems are the difference between a vehicle that feels composed and one that feels tiring to drive.

Tires deserve the same attention. Run-flat devices are built into the wheels so the vehicle can keep moving with punctured tires. That gives a driver the ability to leave a dangerous situation rather than stop in it, which is especially useful on a highway or a long, open road. If you want to understand how armor affects driving, our article on how much weight armor adds covers it in more detail.

Full-size SUVs are a natural fit for this market. The armored Cadillac Escalade and armored Chevrolet Suburban offer the seating and cargo room that families and security details need for longer trips. The armored Range Rover and armored Lexus LX 600 pair that space with a more refined cabin. For a broader view of the options, browse all of our armored SUVs.

Clients who are usually driven, or who spend their working day between meetings, may prefer an armored sedan such as the Mercedes S-Class or BMW 7 Series. And for businesses that run several vehicles or need to carry more equipment, armored pickup trucks such as the Ford F-350 Super Duty bring extra capability to the role.

Oakville’s corporate base means some of our conversations start with a security director rather than the person who will ride in the vehicle. These buyers usually need a clear written specification, ballistic documentation they can file internally, and a single point of contact through procurement. We are set up to work this way. Our team can provide a written quote for your review and answer technical questions from your security or insurance advisors.

A protected vehicle can also serve a wider role in a corporate program. It may be used locally for visiting executives or board members, or it may be shipped to a higher-risk location where your company operates. Exec Armor delivers worldwide, and our guide to shipping an armored vehicle explains the logistics. Our worldwide maintenance network and spare parts support keep the vehicle working wherever it ends up.

Whichever platform you choose, the core of an Exec Armor armoring package stays consistent:

• Full 360-degree armoring, reinforced with ballistic steel throughout
• Operational ballistic glass replaced throughout, with OEM clarity
• Overlaps around all openings to prevent penetration from all angles
• Battery, ECU and fuel tank protection
• Reinforced suspension and brakes
• Run-flat devices to enable operation with punctured tires

Options can then be added around the way the vehicle will be used, including intercom, camera and DVR systems, GPS tracking and vehicle immobilizers. Siren, PA and emergency strobe equipment is also available for suitable applications. These items are regulated for road use in Ontario, so we review them with you at the specification stage.

We build to CEN protection levels from BR4 to BR7. BR4 is rated against handgun rounds up to .44 Magnum, BR6 against 7.62×51mm rifle ammunition, and BR7 against 7.62×51mm armor-piercing rounds. Each step up adds weight and cost, and that matters on a vehicle that covers a lot of highway distance. The right level depends on your actual risk, where the vehicle travels and the advice of your security team. Our guide to BR4 vs BR6 vs BR7 is a useful place to start.

Our facility at 130 Snidercroft Road in Vaughan is about 35 to 45 minutes from Oakville via Highway 407, traffic permitting. That is close enough to visit by appointment, see vehicles in person and meet the team working on your build. Start with a confidential call on (905) 532-9708 or through our contact page.

If timing is the main concern, look at our current stock first. We carry both new and pre-owned armored vehicles when available, and a finished vehicle can save considerable time over a custom build. After delivery, armored vehicle maintenance is handled by people who know how these vehicles are put together, which keeps the vehicle dependable over the long term.

Day to day, a well-built armored vehicle should feel familiar, but a few things are different. It is heavier than its factory equivalent, so braking distances and cornering deserve respect until a driver is used to the vehicle. The doors are heavier too, and the glass is much thicker. Plan a little time for anyone who will drive it regularly, whether that is you, a family member or a professional driver.

It also helps to plan your service schedule from the start. Armor works the suspension, brakes and tires harder than normal use, and that is even more relevant on a vehicle that covers long highway distances each week. Ask us for service guidance for your specific build. If you are insuring the vehicle through a specialist, have our documentation ready early. Our guide to insuring an armored vehicle explains what underwriters typically ask for.