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Vehicles
February 3, 2011
Vehicle Ops
NYPD Deploys Lithium-Powered Vehicles At 9/11 Memorial
The New York Police Department has deployed Vectrix VX-1 lithium-powered law enforcement vehicles at the 9/11 Memorial Site. The vehicles join NYPD's fleet of VX-1s already patrolling Manhattan.
September 11, 2012
Vehicle Ops
Vectrix Electric Vehicle Challenge for Officers Benefits Charity
More than 80 police officers from 40 departments around the U.S. will participate in the Vectrix Electric Motorcycle Challenge from April 28-30. The event will raise funds for the Spokes4Hope charity for abused children.
April 24, 2011
Vehicle Ops
Electric Vehicles
Current trends indicate that saving money and improving community relations will continue to drive law enforcement policy decisions for the foreseeable future. Following this train of thought, vehicles that run on electricity instead of gasoline and operate at lower speeds conducive to personal interaction are good news for both public safety and the public. Fortunately, there are several options available to agencies looking to take advantage of these innovative modes of transportation.
July 10, 2009
Vehicle Ops
NYPD to Deploy Electric Stand-Up Vehicles
The New York Police Department will be utilizing six T3 Series Electric Stand-up Vehicles from T3 Motion, Inc., part of a multi-unit purchase order shipped recently. The units will enable the department to increase patrol capabilities, especially in subways and crowded areas.
November 25, 2010
Vehicle Ops
Denver Airport Police Uses Electric Mobility Vehicles
The Denver International Airport is utilizing Sentinel Police Mobility Vehicles from Xtreme Green Products. Officers use the electric vehicles to address the traffic flow of the airport.
November 25, 2010
Vehicle Ops
LAPD Loaned Luxury Electric Vehicles for Testing
The Los Angeles Police Department recently showed off a Tesla Model S P85D and a BMW i3 as the newest members of its police car fleet in the name of “testing and research.” The two high-end automobiles are being loaned to the LAPD and were unveiled as part of the announcement of a broader plan to bring 288 new electric and hybrid vehicles to Los Angeles’ city-owned fleet.
September 14, 2015
Patrol
Police Warned of Dangers from Fires Involving Electric Vehicles
Safety experts say the only way to extinguish a lithium-ion battery inside a car is with thousands of gallons of water, much more than what it takes to stop a fire in a typical gasoline engine. The other option is to just let it burn itself out.
April 3, 2019
Vehicle Ops
Miami PD Purchases 9 Electric Stand-up Vehicles
The Miami Police Department has purchased and placed into service a fleet of nine electric stand-up vehicles (ESVs) from T3 Motion Inc. The Patroller vehicles will be used to patrol high-density, high-traffic areas, including downtown Miami.
May 15, 2013
Patrol
Officer Safety Considerations Related to Alternative-Fuel Vehicles
As more alternative-fuel and hybrid vehicles hit the road, police and other first responders need to understand that they are no more dangerous than conventional vehicles. However, there are certain safety considerations every cop should know.
June 26, 2023
Vehicle Ops
Pursuit-Rated 4WD Chevy Tahoe Arrives for 2015
General Motors will begin producing a four-wheel-drive pursuit-rated Chevrolet Tahoe PPV for the 2015 model year for law enforcement agencies, the automaker announced Tuesday from the SEMA Show in Las Vegas.
November 4, 2013
Vehicle Ops
VX-1 Personal Electric Vehicle
Vectrix
The Vectrix VX-1 Personal Electric Vehicle is a powerful electric scooter capable of reaching speeds in excess of 65 mph. It has a range of 55 to 85 miles, and is very quiet and economical to operate.
October 31, 2012
Vehicle Ops
NYC Buys 184 Electric Mustangs for Police and Other Agencies
“This order of all-electric Mach-Es will enable our law enforcement agencies to put electric models to the full test and work out maintenance, lights and sirens, charging, and other operational issues. It is a critical step towards our goal of a fully electric fleet,” said DCAS Deputy Commissioner and NYC Chief Fleet Officer Keith Kerman.
January 5, 2022
Vehicle Ops
LAPD Adds 100 BMW Electric Cars to Its Fleet
German automaker BMW has beaten California-based Tesla Motors Inc. by winning a contract to supply the Los Angeles Police Department with 100 electric cars.
June 9, 2016
Vehicle Ops
The Next Generation of Patrol Vehicles
Look at the current police vehicle and consumer vehicle trends and you can make predictions about what you'll be driving on duty in the next decade.
February 8, 2018
Vehicle Ops
Law Enforcement Vehicles 2016
Law enforcement agencies have many choices when it comes to vehicles designed to propel officers from call to call. Here's a look at a range of modes of transportation available to you for traversing land, water, and air on duty.
February 29, 2016
Vehicles
Glide Cruisers for Campus Patrol
The Defender is the base cruiser with a 48-volt motor, 15Ah Lithium battery, and 25-mile range. The Enforcer adds a higher-capacity battery (20Ah Lithium), extending the range to 30 miles. Both can reach a top speed of 32 mph.
February 10, 2011
Vehicles
L.A. County Sheriff Tests 2012-13 Patrol Vehicles
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department has released its annual vehicle evaluation, which includes fuel-economy test results as well as acceleration, and braking.
February 21, 2012
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