The question: In the mission where the VIP is in the van, how do I get him out? I finally settled on "save one grenade to blow the van doors open," but that has certain risks. (I discovered that method while trying to blow up a Sectoid. My team dying was an unrelated failure.)

So, in the event I have to do something similar, is there any way of opening up a vehicle which doesn't involve explosions, flame, and possible roast ally?

Peter Eng
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"Shit! I can't believe it!"
"What?"
"YOU BURNT THE FUCKIN' VIP!"
"I had to blow the door! What do you want?"
"He's as good as dead, you asshole! You stupid, stupid asshole!"