I’m not a fan of hybrids in this instance. I’m a big fan of govs going green and having hybrid fleets in other areas (ie PD/FD admin vehicles, parking enforcement, DPW, etc) but not for pursuit EVs.
With all the stop & go and other beatings that Patrol police cars have, I’m not sold yet on the idea of hybrids being used for them. I’m sure the NYPD guys will be happy to hear about these, though, b/c this new alternative will probably help get away from hybrid Nissan and Fusion RMPs.
I thought it was interesting that they went a step further and offered a plugin SS vehicle detectives & admin. If they’re parked at the station/HQ everyday then I think it’s a possibility, but I think they’re unrealistic in areas where LEOs have assigned take home vehicles (ie FL) b/c then the unions will argue about employees using home electricity to charge them