In an ambitious move towards redefining law enforcement transportation, Unplugged Performance, a leading innovator in Electric Vehicle (EV) upfitting, recently unveiled the future of police vehicles. Their debut offering from the new fleet division “UPfit” is a customized Tesla Model Y, launched at the grand Tesla Takeover event in San Luis Obispo, CA.
This leap towards green policing not only supports public safety but also champions the transformation of traditional fleet systems, a testament to Unplugged Performance’s commitment to creating innovative EV solutions. The Tesla Model Y police vehicle is the first glimpse into what UPfit has in store for the next generation of police vehicles.
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Conventional police vehicles, with their always-on state to support onboard electronics, consume a staggering amount of fuel—up to 1,633 gallons per year according to Unplugged Performance’s statistics. On the other hand, EVs, such as the new UPfit Tesla Model Y, can power all electronics using minimal energy and no fuel at all. This shift towards EVs presents a win-win scenario, providing an efficient, cost-effective solution, and significantly contributing to cleaner air.
Unplugged Performance’s expertise in the Tesla ecosystem has been honed over a decade of creating top-tier solutions. Their understanding of the complexities of Tesla vehicles makes them the perfect partner to upfit these cars for heavy-duty law enforcement use. UPfit Tesla police vehicles are a holistic solution with an emphasis on safety, lighting, charging, and seamless integration with Tesla vehicle infrastructure. The company has applied extensive research and rigorous testing to ensure utmost reliability across diverse and demanding conditions.
Tesla, the industry leader in high-volume EV production, was a natural choice for this endeavor. Not only do Tesla vehicles have a proven safety and performance record, but they also have availability and support infrastructure also stand. The adoption of Tesla’s proprietary charging port as the new North American Charging Standard (NACS) further attests to the brand’s industry leadership.
The Tesla Model Y UPfit is set to serve the South Pasadena Police Department, the first in the US to replace its entire fleet with EVs. It symbolizes the dawn of an era where law enforcement meets innovation, creating not just efficient, but sustainable, and reliable police vehicles.
Sources: Unplugged Performance
