Hybrid Vehicles

Baltimore PD Rolls Out Hybrid Patrol Fleet

The department hopes the hybrid vehicles will decrease downtime, lower overall repair costs, and lower overall fuel costs.

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Small California Departments Deal with Increased Fuel Costs, Keep Patrols Rolling

“Like everybody else in law enforcement, we will just adapt accordingly,” says Chief Ramar. “If the gas prices continue the way they are, for next year we will either have to figure out a way to cut back or get more funding on that line-item budget.”

Ford Introduces New F-150 Special Service Vehicle, with Hybrid Engine Option

The new F-150 SSV is available in F-150 XL SuperCrew configuration, with the option of the 5.0L V8, 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6, or all-new 3.5-liter PowerBoost full hybrid engine, either a 4x4 or 4x2 drivetrain and available FX4 Off-Road Package.

San Diego Police to Patrol in Ford Hybrid SUVs

The SDPD’s Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) instructors are creating a training video on PIU Hybrid operation that will be required viewing for police officers before they can drive the vehicles.

Massachusetts State Police Transition to Hybrid Patrol Vehicles

Now the SUV makes up the vast majority of the Massachusetts State Police frontline fleet, and the agency is hoping to transition to the new PIU Hybrids when possible, ordering 161 hybrid versions this year.

Chicago Police to Buy 200 Ford Hybrid Patrol SUVs Made in Chicago

“The 2020 Ford Police Interceptor is made in Chicago, by Chicagoans and for Chicago police officers,” said Jonathan Lewin, chief of technical services, Chicago Police Department. “This is just another example of Chicago living up to its reputation as the ‘city that works.’”

(Video) 2020 Ford Police Interceptor Utility Walkaround

James Morgan, a Ford government sales manager, explains what sets the 2020 Ford Police Interceptor apart from the Ford Explorer, what's changed from previous models, and what's stayed the same.

Ford Says Some Equipment that Fits Previous Years of Police Utility Interceptor will Transfer to 2020 Model

In January, Ford hosted a measuring session for equipment manufacturers, and the company continues to have conversations with its Upfitter Advisory Board members.

Hybrids Ready for Patrol

Police vehicles with hybrid gas-electric engines will save law enforcement agencies money and cut emissions. More importantly, they can do the job.

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Patrol Vehicles 2019

This year the Big 3 are offering new SUVs, new engines, and new features for law enforcement fleets.