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Vehicle Ops
Video: Helicopter Used in Daring Police Rescue Lands in Law Enforcement Museum
A U.S. Park Police helicopter used to save five people after a plane crashed into the freezing Potomac River in 1982 has been saved from the scrap heap and will be preserved in the National Law Enforcement Museum soon to open in Washington, D.C.
July 25, 2018
U.S. Park Police helicopter Eagle One was used in one of the most daring rescues in the history of law enforcement aviation. It will soon be on display in the National Law Enforcement Museum.
Vehicle Ops
LAPD Launches Electronic Bike Program
The Bulls Sentinel eBikes are capable of reaching speeds of up to 28 mph across varying terrains. The company says it worked closely with the LAPD over a nine-month RFP process to build eBikes to meet the specific needs of the department’s urban law enforcement and patrol division, giving LAPD the largest eBike fleet in the nation.
June 21, 2018
LAPD officer with one of the agency's new Bulls Sentinel eBikes. (Photo: Bulls)
Vehicle Ops
GM Offers Special First Responder Pricing on Vehicles, OnStar Service
Paid and volunteer police, firefighters, EMTs/paramedics and 911 dispatchers now qualify for a special discount below the manufacturer’s suggested retail price on new vehicles at participating dealers. The discount is compatible with most other available offers.
June 19, 2018
Vehicle Ops
Ford Unveils Police Interceptor Utility Pursuit-Rated Hybrid
The all-new pursuit-rated Ford Police Interceptor Utility hybrid is designed to help make the lives of law enforcement officers easier with improved pursuit performance and standard all-wheel drive – and save agencies and taxpayers money.
June 12, 2018
Ford Police Interceptor Utility hybrid (Photo: Ford)
Vehicle Ops
Ford Announces 2 New Tools to Help Law Enforcement Manage Vehicle Fleets
A second product designed for police fleets takes data collected through the Data Services product and distills it into information that can help improve fleet efficiency and driver behavior. The application translates information from Ford vehicles to provide insights on fuel usage, carbon dioxide emissions, vehicle health and driver seatbelt usage.
June 7, 2018
Vehicle Ops
Axon Announces Next Generation Axon Fleet 2 In-Car Video System
Axon today announced its second generation in-car video system, Axon Fleet 2. The product, unveiled at the third annual Axon Accelerate conference, incorporates a variety of upgrades in direct response to feedback from law enforcement users.
June 5, 2018
The Axon Fleet 2 system was announced. Photo: Leslie Pfeiffer
Patrol
Tesla in Autopilot Mode Crashes into California Police Vehicle
A Tesla sedan traveling in semi-autonomous Autopilot mode crashed into a parked police vehicle in Laguna Beach, CA, authorities said.
May 31, 2018
The Tesla sedan veered and struck the police SUV. Photo: Laguna Beach PD PIO/Twitter
Vehicle Ops
Video: California Testing Digital License Plates
The new plates use the same computer technology as Kindle eBook readers, along with a wireless communication system.
May 30, 2018
The digital license plate is being tested by California DMV and the city of Sacramento.
Vehicle Ops
Adamson Industries Introduces Rear Anti-Collision Light System
Assembled exclusively for Adamson Industries, the Rear Anti-Collision Light System is made to provide increased safety and visibility to both police and fire vehicles. The 48-inch LED lighting strip features programming for red (stop/brake), blue (warning), and amber (directional/turn signal) and fits all vehicles.
May 21, 2018
Vehicle Ops
Dodge Making Pursuit-Rated 2018 Durango SUV
“Unofficial testing results at the Michigan State Police 2018 model-year vehicle evaluation event created such a stir among law enforcement agencies that we simply had to find a way to build this vehicle,” said Steve Beahm, head of passenger car brands, Dodge//SRT, Chrysler and FIAT for FCA North America.
May 10, 2018
Dodge has expanded its police vehicle line-up for 2018 with the new Dodge Durango Pursuit V8 AWD, which joins the Charger Pursuit. (Photo: FCA)
Vehicle Ops
Ford to End Police Interceptor Sedan Production in March 2019
Final orders for the 2018 model-year PI Sedan will close on June 8. The order bank for the 2019 model-year PI Sedan will open on June 13, and final orders will be taken early in the fourth quarter of this year. Production of the PI Sedan will end by March of 2019.
May 9, 2018
2017 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan (Photo: Ford)
Vehicle Ops
Video: Albuquerque PD Seeks Relaxed Officer Take-Home Car Policy
As Albuquerque Police tries to hire more officers, the department's also looking to increase visibility by letting officers take their cars to more places while off duty.
May 7, 2018
Albuquerque PD says it's rewriting its take-home vehicle policy with the hope of getting more cars out in the community to help deter crime. (Photo: KRQE screenshot)
Technology
IMT Vislink Receives Over $750,000 in Orders for HD Airborne Video Downlink Equipment
IMT Vislink has received orders valued at over $750,000 for high-definition (HD) Airborne Video Downlink System ("AVDS") equipment and related services from law enforcement agencies located in Virginia, Massachusetts, Oregon, and California.
May 1, 2018
Vehicle Ops
Ford Ending Production of Police Interceptor Sedan
The 2019 model year will be the final model for the Taurus and the P.I. sedan. Ford will continue to sell the Fusion and its hybrid police sedans for "a still-to-be-determined period of time," said Steve Tyler, Ford's police brand marketing manager.
April 27, 2018
The Ford Police Interceptor sedan is based on the Taurus and will end production next year. (Photo: Ford)
Vehicle Ops
Video: North Carolina Highway Patrol Deploys "Ghost Car"
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol debuted a new marked but stealthy patrol vehicle it calls a "ghost car" this week. The Dodge Charger features markings that are more discreet and glow at night.
April 26, 2018
The North Carolina Highway Patrol's 'ghost car' is marked but discreet. (Photo: WNCN screenshot
Technology
Zephyr Drone Simulator Trains First Responder Drone Pilots
Whether monitoring a threat or searching for a victim, officers piloting drones must do so safely first and foremost, and the Zephyr Drone Simulator from Little Arms Studios is designed to ensure exactly that.
March 30, 2018
Vehicle Ops
Chicago PD Debuts New Vehicles With New Graphics
The Chicago Police Department is rolling out the first of its new 2018 Ford Police Interceptor Utility models adorned with Officer Jennifer Jacobucci's award-winning design.
March 14, 2018
The Chicago Police Department is rolling out the first of its new 2018 Ford Police Interceptors adorned with Officer Jennifer Jacobucci's award-winning design. (Photo: Chicago Tribune video screenshot)
Vehicle Ops
Code 3 Announces Multipurpose M180 Triple Stack
Utilizing three rows of lighting, the Code 3 M180 Triple Stack produces a bright, off-angle 180-degree warning light that can be easily switched over to be used as an alley light, intersection light, or worklight.
March 7, 2018
The M180 Triple Stack vehicle light combines the functionality of a warning light and the utility of a worklight in a compact, bright package. (Photo: Code 3)
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