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[Bumblebee86]

A Police Q7 from China

[Bumblebee86]

PERFORMANCE JAGUAR XF IN POLICE PURSUIT
Jaguar UK has launched a high performance Police pursuit vehicle based on its award-winning XF Diesel S model. The first ever Police-spec XF is currently being evaluated by Police forces across the country.
Geoff Cousins, UK Managing Director for Jaguar Cars, said: "Police forces are looking for vehicles that represent value for money, have good environmental credentials and deliver the power and performance required of a pursuit vehicle."
The Jaguar XF beats other contenders in this market with a fuel economy figure of 42mpg, class-leading residual values and an excellent CO2 rating of 179g/km.
"The Police Officers driving pursuit vehicles demand a very high level of performance and handling, as well as safety and comfort."
The Police specification Jaguar features the 275PS 3.0-litre Diesel S engine with its unique, parallel sequential turbocharger system. Delivering high torque throughout the entire rev range, improved throttle response and low CO2 emissions, the twin-turbochargers work sequentially to deliver unrivalled response and best-in-class torque that means the XF packs a huge punch at all engine speeds.
"We hope that with this amount of torque on tap – and a 0-60mph time of 5.9 seconds, we will meet and exceed the exacting standards of any Police Officer driving this car."
The XF has picked up more than 20 international awards since launch, most recently 'Britain's Best Car' in the Auto Express Driver Power survey for 2009, 'Best Executive Car' at the What Diesel Magazine awards 2009 and the award for 'Best Executive Car' at the 2009 Fleet World Honours.
In the UK, retail pricing of the XF range starts at £32,900 for the 3.0-litre petrol. The 3.0-litre diesel model is available from £33,900 while the 3.0-litre Diesel S starts at £36,900. For more information go to Jaguar UK - Jaguar Cars.

[octaneoverdose]

I don't know if we could call this a cruel joke on police cars, but Diesel Accents for Chennai Police are really something to ponder upon. I guess it would be an important milestone for Hyundai; to be seen among the Lamborghinis, Audis and Chevrolets of the world.

[amit V8]

The Carbon E7 seems to be headed for a great start after its owners Carbon Motors announced that it had 10,000 reservations for the vehicle even before it places a price tag on it. The E7 is being marketed as the world's first car to be purpose-built for law enforcement.

It features a host of pieces made from the ground up to assist officers in their policing duties. These include night vision cameras, radiation-detecting air ducts, voice control, backseat video and audio surveillance, and an automatic licence plate recognition system.

The driver is also able to control everything that happens in the car through a 15-inch touch screen monitor similar to what current passenger cars are fitted with. To keep up with the runaway criminal the E7 will be able to run at up to 155mph. Enabling such a high velocity is the 3.0-litre turbo diesel engine that makes 300hp (221kW). Running this motor is a 6-speed automatic transmission which helps it go from 0 - 60mph in 6.5 seconds.

Carbon Motors has identified sites in Indiana, Michigan, North Carolina, South Carolina and Braselton as possible manufacturing bases for the car. The expected date of launch is sometime in 2012.




source-Carbon Motors receives 10,000 orders for first purpose built police car - Worldcarfans

[Bumblebee86]

an outgoing Pontiac which is going to be rebadged as the Chevy Commodore

[grandkruizer]

Heres an EVO cop car in Qatar.

[dude131]

GM has loaned 5 Hummer H3's to Victoria Police.

Source : caradvice.com.au

[dhrishikesh]

See what other countries are giving their cops, & our cops are still sticked MM540's & Bolero's.
Government, are you listening ??
As now Land Rover is in India, cops should go for Defender whenever it will be made available here.

[Bumblebee86]

PRESS RELEASE:

Be On The Lookout: All-New Chevy Caprice Police Car Reports For Duty In 2011

DENVER – An all-new Chevrolet Caprice Police Patrol Vehicle (PPV) will join the ranks of law enforcement departments across North America in 2011. It's a modern, full-size, rear-drive sedan that will offer both V-8 and V-6 engines, as well as a host of specialized equipment and features.

Chevrolet made the announcement at the annual International Association of Chiefs of Police convention, in Denver, Colorado. The Caprice PPV will be available for ordering next year and will hit the streets in early 2011.

"The new Chevrolet Caprice police car is the right tool at the right time for law enforcement," said Jim Campbell, general manager for GM Fleet and Commercial Operations. "We asked for a lot of feedback from our police customers, which helped us develop a vehicle that is superior to the Crown Victoria in key areas."

Vice President, Global Chevrolet Brand Brent Dewar added, "Along with Impala and Tahoe, the Caprice PPV gives agencies a greater range of choices for police and special service vehicles that are all available from Chevrolet."

Unlike other police cars on the market, the Caprice PPV is not based on existing "civilian" passenger-car model sold in North America. It has been developed in key areas specifically for police duty, containing modern equipment and features:



* Powerful 6.0L V-8 with fuel-saving Active Fuel Management technology and E85 capability delivers expected best-in-class 0-60 acceleration (sub six seconds) and top speed; a V-6 engine will also be offered, beginning in the 2012 model year
* Optional front-seat-only side curtain air bags allows a full-width rear-seat barrier for greater officer safety
* Two trunk-mounted batteries, with one of them dedicated to powering various police equipment
* Designed for five-passenger seating, meaning the upper-center section of the dashboard can be used for equipment mounting without the concern of air bag deployment interference
* Compatibility with in-dash touch-screen computer technology
* Special front seats designed for the long-term comfort of officers whose car is their effective office, including space that accommodates the bulk of a typical equipment belt

The front seats are sculpted to "pocket" the equipment belt, which greatly increases the comfort for a great range of police officer sizes. The foam density of the seatback and cushion insert surfaces are designed to conform to the shape of an equipment belt's various items, too, allowing the officer's back to rest properly on the seatback surface.



"The Chevrolet Caprice PPV's seats represent a revolution in comfort and utility for officers who spend long hours in their car," said Bob Demick, lead seat design manager. "The shape also enhances entry and egress, making it easier for officers to exit the vehicle quickly. The seatback bolsters, for example, have been purposefully contoured to help pocket the equipment on the belt, which includes the gun, Taser and handcuffs, which rest comfortably in the sculpted lower bolsters. That also increases the longevity of the trim cover surface."

Along with comfort, the materials used in the seats were also carefully selected. High-wear materials were chosen to stand up to long hours of everyday use, while breathability, long-term durability and ease of cleaning were also important criteria.

Engineers worked on several iterations of the seat, testing a couple of versions in the field to get real-world feedback from police officers, who used prototype seats in their cruisers for a month. Their input helped determine the final design.



Class-leading space

The Caprice PPV is based on GM's global rear-drive family of vehicles that also underpins the Chevy Camaro. It uses the longest wheelbase of the architecture – 118.5 inches (3,010 mm) – along with a four-wheel independent suspension that delivers responsive high-performance driving characteristics that are crucial in some police scenarios.

Caprice PPV's long wheelbase also contributes to exceptional spaciousness. Compared to the primary competition, its advantages include:

* A larger interior volume – 112 cubic feet / 3,172 liters – than the Ford Crown Victoria, including nearly 4 inches (101 mm) more rear legroom
* The barrier between the front seat and rear seat is positioned farther rearward, allowing for full front-seat travel and greater recline for officer comfort
* At 18 cubic feet (535 liters) free space (beyond battery located in trunk), the Caprice's trunk volume is large enough to accommodate a full-size spare tire under a flat load surface in the trunk storage area.



The Caprice's 6.0-liter V-8 is rated at an estimated 355 horsepower (265 kW) with an estimated 384 lb-ft of torque. It is backed by a six-speed automatic transmission that is performance-calibrated for police duty. Additional, police car-specific powertrain and vehicle system features include:

* High-output alternator
* Engine oil, transmission and power steering coolers
* Standard 18-inch steel wheels with bolt-on center caps
* Large, four-wheel disc brakes with heavy-duty brake pads
* Heavy-duty suspension components
* Police-calibrated stability control system
* Driver information center in the instrument cluster with selectable speed tracking feature.

A host of complementary features are also offered, including special equipment packages such as spotlights; lockouts for the power windows and locks; and an "undercover" street-appearance package (9C3).

To enable more room for interior equipment, the standard radio can be relocated to the trunk, allowing for an in-dash, touch-screen computer to be used.



Caprice on patrol: A brief history

Chevrolet's history with law enforcement is almost as old as the brand itself. Police departments have used Chevy sedans as police cars for decades, ordering them with basic equipment and powerful V-8 engines – including some special engines that weren't available in regular-production models, such as the 1959 Biscayne that was offered with up to 315 horsepower.

The full-size Chevrolets joined the force in 1976. All Caprice police cars – including the new, 2011 model – have carried the 9C1 order code. Here's a quick look back at Chevys on patrol:

1959 – Chevy Biscayne police model capable of 135 mph with specially tuned, police-only version of the 348-cubic-inch V-8 engine

1965 – The new "big-block" 396 engine is offered in Biscayne and Bel Air police cars, making them among the most powerful on patrol; a 427 V-8 was added in 1966

1976 – The 9C1 order code is given for the first time to a full-size Chevy police car package. It carries the Impala name.

1977 – The full-size Chevy is downsized. The 9C1 police package is retained, as is the Impala name.

1986 – The Caprice name replaces Impala, as the car is updated for the mid- and late-1980s – including the option of a powerful, 5.7-liter small-block V-8.

1991 – A new-generation Caprice is launched, with the 9C1 police car still on the beat.

1994 – The 260-horsepower (194 Nm) LT1 V-8 engine is offered in the Caprice 9C1, making it one of the fastest full-size police cars ever offered.

1996 – Caprice police car production ends, as GM's full-size, body-on-frame car architecture is discontinued.

2011 – The Caprice PPV returns to active duty.

[agspins]

Some Cop cars from tunisia...

[14000rpm]

Originally Posted by agspins

Some Cop cars from tunisia...

i'm not sure if I mentioned this but the the bangalore police has an i20 in its fleet. I saw a white i20 with the "police" decals as well as the beacon light !!

[wheeler]

Abu Dhabi police yesterday launched what is termed as the fastest police car in the world. Boasting of an 800 horsepower engine & a top speed of 400kmph, the F999 is an initiative from the police to connect with the people. The idea behind the F999 is to give the people the assurance that help will be available quickly. The unveiling of the F999 also coincides with the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix scheduled to take place this weekend.




Apart from the F999, the police also unveiled a chopper named "The Falcon Bike".



These look more like instruments to boost the image of the police rather than for actual use by them.

Read more @ http://www.thenational.ae/apps/pbcs..../1001/BUSINESS

[bivin]

the falcon bike was made by the world famous ORANGE COUNTY CHOPPERS. there was a big event in abu dhabi for its launch. the crew, including paul sr and mickey had flown down to AD for the event.

[zibby]

Some more pics of the bikes. The bike was on display in Marina Mall

[Jayabusa]

Originally Posted by wheeler

Abu Dhabi police yesterday launched what is termed as the fastest police car in the world. Boasting of an 800 horsepower engine & a top speed of 400kmph, the F999 is an initiative from the police to connect with the people. The idea behind the F999 is to give the people the assurance that help will be available quickly. The unveiling of the F999 also coincides with the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix scheduled to take place this weekend.

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Apart from the F999, the police also unveiled a chopper named "The Falcon Bike".

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These look more like instruments to boost the image of the police rather than for actual use by them.

Read more @ Police car that could win a grand prix - The National Newspaper

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The F999 would be such a hassle....just one person to drive & manage it & also be ready to help people!