Some of the Spokane Police Department's complaints include limited legroom for officers, restricted access to controls because of the laptop mount, and the inability to attach bars over the windows.
Two cities are reporting benefits like lower fuel and maintenance costs after switching to hybrid vehicles.
The Helena, Montana, Police Department is adding four more Ford Police Interceptor hybrid SUVs to its fleet for lower fuel costs and better mileage efficiency.
Ford is hosting a nationwide ride-and-drive tour with the all-new 2021 F-150 Police Responder and the Police Interceptor Utility.
The newest additions to the Eugene, Oregon, Police Department's fleet include nine 2020 Ford hybrid police SUVs, four E-bikes, and a four-door electric vehicle.
The vehicles will come at a cost savings to the taxpayer, which is a primary concern of Secaucus Mayor Michael Gonnelli’s administration.
Three are already in service, nine more from the same order are expected to be ready this year, and a second order for 16 more has been placed.
When the move to the new cars is completed for the Austin Police Department, all patrol cars in the 19-vehicle fleet will be replaced.
The Dorchester County, S.C., Sheriff's Office expects a yearly savings of between $3,000 and $6,000 per vehicle.
The City of San Diego's order of 100 Ford Police Interceptor Utility hybrids is the largest PIU hybrid order in California, and it has ordered an additional 59 units.
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