So much of a police car’s life is spent parked and idling. This is a tremendous reduction to pollution and wear from that type of use. Great to see some adoption and would love to see a lot more.
Also, the speed of those EVs should really help in car chasing, making them last shorter due to the crazy speed of these things. And that turns into increased security for the cop, the citizens around those situations and even the criminal being chased.
The most efficient part about that as police car is when they are at idle and need the ac running it doesn't use nowhere as much energy siting as the I.C.E versions.
I understand why people use Windows. I switched to ubuntu about 10 years ago. Have virtualbox to boot windows 10 or whatever when I need to run a few things I can run under ubuntu. Mostly old hardware like a scanner and cricut paper cutter.
Police EVs are one of the cases where it makes a lot of sense. No additional idling maintenance and cars are kept in a motorpool where they can be charged.
@@RogerM88I just did a 4200 mile road trip. 7 full days of driving, the rest was sightseeing and visiting family. It wasn’t as bad as I thought it would be. Fast chargers are plentiful. Only got one hotel with charging, wasn’t necessary but meant I didn’t have to charge as early or long the next day. Car had half a charge when I stopped, reached 100% a little after midnight. Hotel has 6 chargers. The rat of the time I didn’t have to use any other system beyond the Tesla network.
The most efficient part about that as police car is when they are at idle and need the ac running it doesn't use nowhere as much energy siting as the I.C.E versions.
A police department that bought a Model 3 said it was great for stopping speeders because it caught them so fast - the less time the officer spends in pursuit, the less time he is exposed to the dangers of high speed driving. The other benefit is of course saving on brake costs, a PD car does a lot of hard braking.
Brake costs are minimal compared to the super high cost of foam-filled tesla tires that have to be switched every 30k or you start quickly losing range.
@@MrProy33wrong fleet people are fighting each other to get tesla units. The problem is retail pays more so they haven't gotten to fleet production yet.
In the netherlands and belgium we found out that a lightbar creates a lot more drag (so less range), So just remove it and look at us and where we put the lights.
No, we Americans like the lightbar. It's like a shark fin. It lets us know there is a hungry shark looking for dinner in traffic behind us. Then we can change lanes, slow down, whatever so they will notice someone else and harass them instead.
@@Just_a_random_birb why is it not a good idea? (hyperbole and misinformation aside) Obviously when the price comes down as he stated in the video. A tough stainless steel police vehicle would be desirable I would think. And the police depts don't care about the looks.
PDs have found operating and maintenance cost to be much lower for Tesla's. Add in higher utilization due to less downtime from the lower maintenance, and larger departments do not need to purchase as many vehicles.
I wonder what's the story for the EVs of the traditional ICE makers. No takers? Or just too damn ex? If tesla has a success story with the PDs, they can't be all be white elephants…
Amazing to hear departments are forward looking enough to spec EVs for police that should be better in every way. Will put a lie to 95% of the FUD issued by Fossil Fuel industry and believed by so many. 1. Off the line acceleration essential for not allowing pursued suspects from getting any lead. 2. Massive battery for equipment operation. Maintain A/C with engine off. 3. Zero air quality issues in police garage and on street. 4. Lower maintenance. 5. Safer to recharge at station than pumping gas 6. Reduction on rollovers due to low CG 7. Future FSD potential Not fan of frameless doors. Tesla should have no glass roof option; I covered mine in chrome vinyl to keep out heat. This is best news ever. Most chase videos are in Arkansas who need to get one of these in their chase team
NICE. And I love the screen integration. I've been wanting to see that done for these. Police cars are SO cluttered with equipment ... laptop, etc. Being able to use the main screen as your laptop with that out-of-the-way keyboard ... just what is needed. Having the 2nd screen for critical car info .. speed, etc. while in 'windows' mode ... perfect. Very well done. And with almost no net weight-add. Solid.
You can get more room for the interior if you put a cargo rack in top with those cargo boxes. Also, if you're going to eventually stamp new aluminum roofs, you can add a bugle/ raise the roof a bit. Then that can fit the equipment from the back seat. I am sure even if it's stuffed behind the door panels. It would fit.
They have demonstrated the value. Now they need tighter integration with Tesla because Tesla can do everything in software they they've done in custom hardware. The only new items would be the roof and wiring. 48V would bring all sorts of opportunities.
No the need to have Microsoft integrate with Tesla. Microsoft or Amazon are the only companies with government secure systems that anyone will talk to. Some conversion shop isn't getting any direct line to the Tesla system.
Generally you should not change any DRL light color even one Police cars. Light bar on top and strobe lights on front are generally enough. It doesn’t have to be a disco light show that blinds other drivers at night. Fog lights are a nice touch though at least the straight line part.
The DRL should flicker instead of changing colors, however it is likely changing colors due to the lack of a grille. That can be compensated though in the fogs! Or maybe even on the windshield (on top or resting on the dash)
This was impressive. Thank you for the video. I also can't wait to see the cyberbeast as a police interceptor. The police and military add-ons will be interesting to see. Also, the different department wraps you can put on them will be exciting to see.
Important question does this Tesla have the battery shut off system bypass or removed because with that ram bar I'm assuming your going to perform pit manoeuvre or ram a suspect vehicle which might trigger the battery shut off?
Unplugged Performance , also makes a DUTY ready POLICE spec model Y, in their UPFIT+ program. any kind of Police car , Highway Patrol, State Troopers, local & Metro PD.
I'm glad you asked about the weight. I often hear naysayers comment on how much more it's going to weigh with all that equipment. They also say the additional electronics and lights will drain the battery so fast that you will lose all of your range. Did you happen to ask about the additional battery load? I suspect it would be negligible considering the low power laptop and LED lights, but I'd love to know the actual wattage of the equipment under normal and pursuit conditions.
They should add an additional battery to it for the additional load it will require. Also that display for speed is a joke. They can buy a 9 inch display for in front of the steering wheel that will display more than just mph for a couple hundred dollars that just plugs in.
@@sparksmcgee6641 You do realize that the 12v is only a 35AH battery in most Teslas.The reason they are so small is they don't need the cranking amperage of an internal combustion motor. They did go to a lithium battery on the new models so maybe the capacity is higher. I've only replaced 2 in my Tesla and I don't have the extra components (IE electrical load) that are required in a police vehicle. Do you Know what they put in police cars, and electrical requirements for those items?
The extra computing equipment should be in one of the bays already available in the Model Y. There are really 3 options. Frunk, rear bottom hatch, or side rear pockets. There is really no point on killing space on the rear passenger seats. The rear should be split and still seat two individuals. The communication to PD accessories should be encrypted wireless.
I wish there was a more objective deep dive into exactly the mods that were done, and discussion of the price as compared to traditional cars- especially the total cost of ownership.
@@markplott4820per Tesmania, “Unplugged Performance says its police car is costs $91,990. The price includes a Model Y car at $50,490 and a $41,500 conversion fee. And it is about $6,000 cheaper than the Ford Police Interceptor Utility Hybrid. Also, compared to the Explorer-based police Ford, Model Y offers better 0-60 mph acceleration and $27,012 in cost savings (primarily on fuel) over five years of service.”
What is the cost difference between a Tesla and a regular vehicle? The maintenance cost should be lower for the Tesla, but how much repairs for dents etc. do they require?
The expected difference will be... Less. No oil changes no Transmission flushes.... They will have to rotate and swap tires more often perhaps... Depending on how they drive on the tires.
PDs have found operating and maintenance cost to be much lower for Tesla's. Add in higher utilization due to less downtime from the lower maintenance, and larger departments do not need to purchase as many vehicles.
@@caseywarren7426 You act as if Oil changes were a huge financial deal nowadays. You're forgetting the huge loss in depreciation value too. For a reason Hertz claimed their Tesla fleet was too expensive to operate.
@@RogerM88 I would think most police vehicles are basically driven into the ground... you don't usually see retired police vehicles fetching a decent price, depreciation wouldn't matter as much to PDs as to rental companies as rental companies also hertz bought basically at tesla peak, right now we are at basically the bottom as far as tesla price goes, hertz had to compete with new vehicles getting cheaper, if you get in now i don't think the same would happen
@@UnexpectedTokens Being "drove to the ground" and BEV, aren't the best combos, if you're relying on a trustworthy means of transportations. You can check who joined Lincoln in the bottom of the list in terms of average reliability ratings.
I said it before.. idk why it took so long for these cars to popup. Teslas are the perfect candidate for police cars: FAST, HEAVY (for takedowns and ramming) and SAFE.
I remember back in the 80's when vehicles like the Shelby Omni GLH came out and most police vehicles couldn't touch it with many still having trouble keeping up when the standard Omni when the 2.2 engine was introduced with the 5 speed manual transmission. For a while especially in mountainous areas the only economical thing that could touch them was the Police Edition EFI 2.2L Turbo Dodge 600/Plymouth Caravel. Of course the humiliation factor from being overtaken and pulled over by a Caravel was the worst part of it for some. I first saw Police Officers using them to patrol for speeders up in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Best!
Holy lights and siren Batman - it's Tesla's Cop car !!! Talk about intimidating... Thanks to all who broght this to reality and Sandy for showing it off.
I read that a lot of departments mandate that the fossil engine be left running during stops (police out of the car) because the engines apparently often won't start if there is an emergency call. 😀
@@colingenge9999 The article didn't say, maybe a weak battery, or a hot engine (vapor lock), or any of many possibilities. It only would take a couple of instances of police unable to respond for the policy to have been instituted.
Tesla’s probably not interested. They’re trying to simplify their models all the time to pump them out as fast as possible. Turning a relatively small number of them into bespoke police vehicles would slow them down.
@@GreenFlamsJax When I was talking to sandy This summer, in Muskegon, Michigan, a couple of minutes on his clan vest.He's climbing roll and I'm climbing beginning.But I'm the only one that I know of in the Tesla community that walks around wearing a kilt.That's why they call me the Highlander🤣
I find it ironic so many people complain about energy. I drive my mod 3 performance awd with all options in full use i get best milage 277 without 300 ac on 66 degrees and in performance and track mode activated rarely do i use chill mode unless im in reserve capacity and on way to a fast charger. So with some restraint and chargw stations close wothin at least 50% of its range im always charged up technology hands free and self nav and accirate military grade nav turn by turn is already incorporated into this car it has plenty of room and it will prove to be durable and and tuff as crown victoria was. It will out accelorate and out run any car out there under 1200 horses all day long and with up armor and adaptaion in driveing style it will change everyones persception accountability on dash cam is undeniable it will be great
These cars are really cool but also be really careful. Totally different driving dynamics also were made to help prevent high speed chases instead pursuing them.
Once they perfect the electronics, I would move that to the trunk or the back in the lower storage bay. I think the Cybertruck would make an excellent LEO vehicle. They just need to add THE GRAPPLER to the front to finish it off.
Considering that the Tesla's have been using a pretty powerful x86 CPU it shouldn't be too hard to get a specific package built out in conjunction with Tesla that would run police software natively.
I think biggest downside is gonna be repair costs after chases and encounters. Teslas are pretty notorious for huge costs for minor repairs. Although the resale value isn’t as much of an issue like with hertz so I think generally this might be a good thing?
You need to keep quit while the adults are talking. This is a fleet vehicle. Anyone involved in the discussion knows more about the cost to operate than you even know exists. So stop repeating evening news stores about insurance because police departments DONT HAVE VEHICLE INSURANCE. And they do repairs in house so those costs aren't as high. In fact I bet you 10k they will be "totaled" less often than ICE cars by fleets. You also obviouslyknow nothing about how many ICE cars police fleets "total" every year because of a head gasket..
Would love to see a few of these Teslas in use with the Arkansas State police. This group could properly evaluate the Teslas and their road worthiness.
Sure, but that's assuming there's endless resources for repair. If Hertz couldn't hack it, despite their fleet being mostly for personal use, I don't think a police PD (with a fluctuating city budget) can fare batter. I do think there's more to explore here though. If we assume police' have miles traveled, similar to your ridesharing services (600+ miles), then is it feasible to try and electrify a fleet of squad cars? Or should it mirror the APC set ups where they're sparingly used except for specific responses? (e.g. active shooter)
I wonder if it would be cost effective to add additional battery in the frunk, sort of like the mega pack for the cyber truck to increase the range for the police version.
@@colingenge9999they could also swap out cruisers in the worst-case scenario (whether it be another Tesla or an ICE) but even an 80% charged Y should last an entire 12 hour shift.
Am advocating from years for Tesla to go in to Govt vehicle. Like police etc. it’s also a big advisement as well. There is a big market in EU for this and also supply some Cyber trucks to UAE & Middle East police. That going to be a huge advertisement as well.
I would buy those wheels and tires for my Model Y. We have lots of potholes and ride quality more important than cornering which is already way more than I ever need. Tired of getting my alloys ripped up on curbs; now tired of being so careful not to make them worse.
They won't because they're part of the self driving and safety data collection. Even if they could it would be cheaper to add a single 360 on top or one a side.
From a logistical & maintenance standpoint it makes sense. Instant torque will always win against the average cars on the road that aren’t boosted V8’s, V10 or V12’s. Bulletproof the Model Y and it’s a done deal.
This is a start until they get thw cybertruck base models out then it'll all be those. Only pursuit package vehicle in most states are the hiway patrol so they'll get the beast version.
The limitation is that cops sit around a lot with the HVAC blasting, waiting for something to happen. Maybe they can install chargers to keep the battery topped up in their speed trap hiding spots. 😊
Imagine a high speed chase with FSD?! Either Tesla has to reject all the training data from police cars, or have it train as Police mode so it can chase down suspicious looking vehicles.
Good to see a new product but all those mods to un-do Tesla’s design like the glass roof mod, 2nd dash display, and a few others make me wonder if you’re better off just getting a Mach-E or Lightning as an easier starting point.
Obviously they know their business and it cost less to do a Tesla than any other brand. Sounds like you don't know anything about police conversions and are just a Tesla hater.
@@sparksmcgee6641Hater? I thought my comment was pretty tame and fair. I’ll have to conduct some self reflection and communicate better in the future so I don’t upset too many more people with my honest opinions.
