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Amid a 15-Year High in Traffic Fatalities, a New Strategy Has Emerged to Help Agencies Save More Lives

Increased patrols, street signage, traffic lights and roadway modifications are only part of the formula for driving down fatal crashes. A sophisticated data-driven strategy powered by advanced analytics helps agencies pinpoint exactly how, when and where to deploy these resources to deliver the biggest lifesaving impact within their community.

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Ross Perot Jr. Donates Helicopter to Dallas PD

Billionaire Ross Perot Jr. donated a helicopter to the Dallas Police Department. (Photo: Dallas PD)

The new Bell 407 helicopter was added to the Dallas PD fleet Tuesday when it landed in front of City Hall and was accepted by Mayor Eric Johnson and Chief of Police Eddie Garcia.

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Jay Leno Celebrates 40th Anniversary of CHP Mustangs

Jay Leno unveiled a pair of Ford Special Service Package Mustangs at the 2021 SEMA show in Las...

The comedian said the Project 11-99 vehicles “honor the hard-working men and women of the California Highway Patrol, along with all law enforcement professionals across the country, who protect and serve.” He also said the pair of matching vehicles showcase “the incredible advancements in law enforcement vehicles over the past 40 years.”

CopBox Cabinets

CopBox Cabinets provide secure trunk storage for most popular pursuit vehicle platforms. Shop vehicle-specific solutions on our new interactive e-commerce experience.

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Michigan Sheriff Lets Facebook Followers Choose Patrol Car Design

On June 29, the Sheriff’s Office released five vehicle designs on its Facebook page, asking for public input. The winner also won the departmental vote, and in late July, the office announced it would transition all new vehicles to this design. The design is also hundreds of dollars cheaper than the previous design.

Testing the 2021 Patrol Vehicles

The 2021 Michigan State Police patrol vehicle evaluations reveal That patrol SUVs and sedans are faster than they look and stop almost as quickly as they can accelerate.

The Value of Motor Units

Because of the speed and maneuverability of their vehicles, motorcycle officers are mainstays of traffic enforcement.

Patrol Boats

Lake Assault Boats recently launched a five-year contract with the U.S. Navy by delivering the first of up to 119 patrol boats.

Tactical Brake Pads

Specially formulated friction compounds are engineered to eliminate fade in high-speed pursuit situations.

Police Disc Brake Pads

Engineered to meet or exceed OE specifications, the line is long wearing and high temperature fade resistant, while providing quiet operation and vibration-free performance.

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Ford's Electric Mustang Patrol Vehicle Passes Michigan State Police Tests

The Ford Pro all-electric police pilot vehicle based on the 2021 Mustang Mach-E SUV just became the first all-electric vehicle to pass the rigorous Michigan State Police 2022 model year evaluation.

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Ford Sending Electric Mustang to Michigan State Police Test

Ford is reportedly sending a police version of the Mustang Mach-E electric vehicle for Michigan...

Ford says it will use the MSP testing to help it make electric police vehicles in the future, possibly based on the Mustang Mach-E.

CopBox Cabinets

Now you can shop vehicle-specific storage solutions, add options, and view your next CopBox in 3D entirely online.

2020+ Ford Police Interceptor Utility Replacement Seat with OS-Belt

Constructed of an exclusive polymer blend, thermal formed for long-term durability, and designed to reduce officer contact with the rear passenger, Gamber-Johnson's replacement seats are a rugged and reliable transport solution.

Custom Fit Light Head Shrouds

GFX Law Enforcement Vehicles has prioritized officer vison with custom fit light head shrouds that mate with the interior of the vehicle and the window to eliminate backflash.

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LAPD Motor Officer Hospitalized After Accident on Freeway

The crash was reported shortly after 5:30 a.m., according to the California Highway Patrol. According to the CHP, the officer was riding a 2015 LAPD-issued BMW motorcycle on his way to work when the crash occurred.

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