The interest of the three-wheeled DeLorean model by the Taliban, who took control of Afghanistan, will add a new page to the vehicle’s history.
DeLorean DMC-12, which is known by those who are not interested in the automobile world with the “Future Return” movie series, contains a story like a movie in itself. An incredible production adventure at the center of the turbulent business life of its founder, John DeLorean, this automobile is among the unforgettable with its design that goes beyond its time. It must be a quirk of fate that we still see the model, which was produced for a very short time between 1981 and 1983, at the center of interesting developments, after the period in which it remained in production. Saying that he is the son of John DeLorean, who died in 2005, Ty DeLorean wants to continue his father’s legacy “in his own way”. For this, there is a surprise suitor for the project of Ty DeLorean, who made a name for himself at that time by transferring the design of the original vehicle to a three-wheeled micro vehicle in October 2021. Continuing to work on the vehicle, Ty DeLorean said that the Taliban contacted him to purchase the vehicle, and he again turned all attention to this project.
“DeLorean can be a symbol of peace”
The Taliban, which took over the administration of Afghanistan in the last year, is still at the center of criticism today. While the developments in the country are watched with concern by the whole world, it is obvious that the practices of the group that took over the administration will be discussed for a long time. It is noteworthy that the Taliban, who went to the radar from a completely different point with the three-wheeled DeLorean order, sent a message to Ty DeLorean that they were very serious about purchasing the vehicle. In the message he received from the Taliban, there are details that the vehicle is very popular and will be used by the officials of the central government.
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Making statements after this request, Ty DeLorean believes that his tool can be a symbol in the peace process, although he does not support the practices implemented by the Taliban. It is also noteworthy in the statements that talks can be made about flexing the strict rules of the local government through this vehicle and that the vehicle can be given to the Taliban as a symbol if the necessary guarantees are given. Despite DeLorean’s statements, there is no legal trade agreement with the Taliban administration in the UK, as in many other countries. The original door design that can be opened with a remote control in the micro model, where an 850cc unit is positioned in the engine compartment, draws attention.