caliber, turreted weapons systems were not considered scout cars. The concept gained popularity worldwide during World War II and was especially favored in nations where reconnaissance theory emphasized passive observation over combat. Examples of armored cars also classified as scout cars include the Soviet BRDM series, the British Ferret, the Brazilian EE-3 Jararaca, the Hungarian D-442 FÚG, and the American Cadillac Gage Commando Scout. See also Armored bus Armored personnel carrier Armored car (valuables) Armored car (VIP) Armoring: Aramid Bulletproof glass Twaron Vehicle armor Gun truck Tankette Technical (vehicle) Notes References Crow, Duncan, and Icks, Robert J., Encyclopedia of Armored Cars, Chatwell Books, Secaucus, NJ, 1976. . Armoured fighting vehicles by type Internal security vehicles Paramilitary vehicles