The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) have reported overwhelmingly positive feedback on the inclusion of Tesla Model Y patrol vehicle fleets.
According to Drive Tesla Canada, officers stationed at British Columbia’s West Shore detachment and Ontario’s Rideau Hall Response Unit were among the first to experience the Tesla Model Y as part of their daily operational fleet.
Tesla Model Y earns high praise from RCMP after one year on the job https://t.co/5zPkWipAVL. @tesla @tesla_na
— Drive Tesla 🇨🇦 (@DriveTeslaca) March 1, 2024
Drive Tesla Canada says Corporal Didier Thibault, team lead of the Rideau Hall Response Team, reports that feedback has been “overwhelmingly positive” with officers “arriving early to secure the vehicle for their shifts”.
Reports highlighted the convenience of charging the vehicle and note the “significant advantage of not having to refuel during shifts” which is a common inconvenience with internal combustion engine vehicles.
Despite initial concerns regarding battery life, the RCMP reports the lowest recorded battery life after “rigorous use” was 56%. Enough for an additional 250 km of driving.
The RCMP says based on the success of the Model Y, it plans on expanding its electric fleet this year.
The Canadian Mounties follow Californian Police who began using the Model Y as a patrol vehicle last year. Closer to home Queensland Police also showcased their first all-electric patrol car, a Kia EV6 GT-Line, last year.
With instant acceleration and no dangerous exhaust fumes, electric vehicles make perfect patrol cars for law enforcement.
No engine noise is an additional benefit for sneaking up on criminals.
Daniel Bleakley is a clean technology researcher and advocate with a background in engineering and business. He has a strong interest in electric vehicles, renewable energy, manufacturing and public policy.