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NYPD Adds 40 Hybrid Cars to Fleet

The New York City Police Department (NYPD) deployed 40 hybrid vehicles to help green its fleet of patrol cars, bringing its number of hybrid vehicles to more than 100.

May 7, 2009

Technology

TREXPO West 2009: Best of Show

Some impressive inventions were on display April 1–2 at the Long Beach, Calif., Convention Center. Companies displayed and sold their wares, many of which were interesting solutions to everyday problems in law enforcement.

April 30, 2009

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Electric Enforcement

What truly sets all of T3 Motion's vehicles apart is an innovative "power management system."

March 31, 2009

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Green Wheels

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.

January 31, 2009

Technology

IACP 2008: Best of Show

As exemplified by IACP 2008 held in San Diego in November, IACP tends to be about big ticket items: vehicles, software, video systems. This year's IACP was no exception.

December 31, 2008

Vehicle Ops

Rapid Transit

With only two wheels and a gyroscope balance system, Segway's Personal Transporter (PT) was a hard sell for some as a viable patrol vehicle. But it's certainly caught on in the last few years.

April 30, 2008

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2007 Michigan Vehicle Tests

Every fall, law enforcement vehicles are tested by two of the nation’s premier law enforcement agencies: the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and the Michigan State Police. This year, Ford brought a hybrid vehicle.

April 30, 2007

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Segway Human Transporter Police Package

Segway

Segway recently introduced the Segway Human Transporter (HT) i180 Police package. The Police package is based on the Segway HT i180 with lithium-ion (Li-Ion) batteries and includes a complete set of accessories that are designed to enhance patrol and community policing applications of the Segway HT. The i180 Police package includes a Segway handlebar guard, a quick time-out key, reflective trim, Segway comfort mat, Segway 12.0 handlebar bag, Segway 25.0 cargo system, and an LED tail light.

November 30, 2005

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How To Start a Bicycle Patrol Unit

Today, more and more departments all over the world are adding bicycles to their arsenal of tools. Like any new tool or method, of course, barriers must be torn down. In the case of bicycles, the old attitude is one of the biggest hurdles to overcome when starting a bike patrol unit.

April 30, 2004

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Motor Scooter

MotoEnforcer

Great for security and parking-meter patrols, the 15-Series Motor Scooter comes equipped with automatic transmission, a step-through frame, and 16-inch wheels. The scooter is powered by a 150cc, 1 cylinder, fuel-injected 4-stroke engine and features an electric start and hydraulic front and rear disc brakes.

March 31, 2003

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Cops on Bikes

It might look easy, but you better be ready for training and lots of exercise before you trade in your cruiser for two wheels.

November 30, 2001