What with the recent introduction of the kosher cell phone, it seems only fair that another company create an Islamic car, right?

Proton, the national carmarker of Malaysia, has announced plans to do just that. Initially proposed by Iran, the car would be marketed to devout Muslims worldwide, and would include features like a compass that points toward Mecca and specialized compartments for headscarves and the Koran.

"The car will have all the Islamic features and should be meant for export purposes," Proton's managing director, Syed Zainal, told the AP. "We will identify a car that we can develop to be produced in Malaysia, Iran, or Turkey."

Proton is also in talks with Volkswagen and General Motors about possible partnerships.