Wednesday, February 12, 2025

400-strong new Queensland Police fleet hits the road

Queensland Police officers are being handed the keys to 400 new SUVs, with the State Government today unveiling Queensland’s newest fleet of crime-fighting vehicles.

The fit-for-purpose RAV4s feature a number of improved safety features, including custom-made driver protection screens, specialist lighting systems, and modernised lockable storage for weapons.

The hybrid vehicles will replace hundreds of Toyota Camrys currently being used by general duties officers across Queensland.  

Minister for Police and Emergency Services, Dan Purdie (pictured, above) said the roll-out would commence within the next three months.

“Vehicles are an integral piece of policing equipment and are often used as an ‘office on wheels’ by general duties officers,” Minister Purdie said.

“Ensuring they have the latest technology and mod cons will mean frontline police are better equipped do their jobs from the road.

“It will also mean improved safety conditions for our officers and the community, which is a top priority for the Crisafulli Government.”

The fleet features a mix of blue, silver, and white RAV4s, which are fitted with specially designed pursuit lightbars that synchronise with flash patterns across other emergency vehicles.

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