In addition to a new residence, the first family is also changing their mode of transportation. The Christian Science Monitor reports on some of the security features installed on the president's new vehicle. The car is reportedly able to handle direct hits to its fuel tank, withstand a chemical warfare attack, and is covered with 8 inches of armor.

Obama's new limo - ugly but it can fend off asteroids -- Christian Science Monitor

Obama's limo - a Prius it is not -- San Francisco Chronicle