The United States Secret Service introduced a new protective vehicle during the 56th World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, according to a March 12 announcement from the agency's communication team.
The introduction of this vehicle is significant as it reflects ongoing efforts by the Secret Service to adapt its protective fleet to changing environments and security needs. The decision to use a full-size sport utility vehicle with Cadillac branding, instead of the traditional presidential limousine, was made due to the unique terrain and conditions present in Davos.
Special Agent Matthew Ott of the Presidential Protective Division said, "It was an honor to be part of the team that helped make this happen to see these vehicles debut in Davos." Ott described watching the SUVs arrive in Switzerland as a memorable experience. The new vehicles feature Cadillac logos on both the grille and interior, along with headlights, taillights, and bumpers from the 2019 Cadillac Escalade. This design creates consistency with the President’s well-known limousine, often referred to as The Beast.
Special Agent Chad Heal, also from the Presidential Protective Division, explained that these SUVs were previously branded with Chevrolet markings. "The Secret Service’s protective fleet is continuously evolving with the threat landscape," Heal said. He noted that many features of these vehicles remain classified for security reasons. Within the agency, these full-size SUVs are known as the “Camp Package,” a name derived from their use at Camp David due to challenging terrain.
Heal added that agents who arrive ahead of presidential visits determine which vehicles are best suited for local conditions. He emphasized that only the Secret Service is entrusted among non-military agencies with transporting the President. Other modes of presidential transport include Air Force One—a Boeing 747-200B operated by the Air Force—and Marine One—a VH-92A Patriot helicopter operated by the Marine Corps.
Ott highlighted that all drivers undergo rigorous vetting and training before serving in this capacity and described driving these Cadillac SUVs as both a privilege and a unique experience. "It was a very unique circumstance to be able to debut leading-edge technology and a new vehicle to our fleet on the world’s stage," Ott said.
