The state has acquired three of these vehicles to enhance communication and coordination between first responders during natural disasters, emergency scenes, and large public events.
The Cincinnati (Ohio) Police Department has added 53 new Ford Police Interceptor utility vehicles. These allow the city to replace its aging fleet, which has 60% of vehicles past their replacement cycle.
The Los Angeles Police Department is leasing its 100 BMW i3 battery-electric hatchbacks through a local BMW dealership, following a competitive bidding process that didn't include Tesla Motors, even though the department tested the Model S as a possible police vehicle.
Raybestos' expanded line of police brakes now includes additional disc brake pads and rotors that are specially manufactured to meet the demanding needs of law enforcement professionals.
Ford's Police Interceptor Utility and Explorer mid-size SUV may be built at the same Chicago assembly plant, but a closer look reveals plenty of differences between the consumer model and police vehicle.