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Police, Security, and Traffic Enforcement Benefits

Alternative fuel and advanced technology police, security, and traffic enforcement vehicles provide important benefits, including the following:

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  • They protect public health and the environment in their patrol areas by producing fewer emissions than conventional vehicles.

  • They can reduce operational and maintenance costs while displacing petroleum use.

  • They showcase energy and environmental issues and alternative transportation. Police, security, and traffic enforcement vehicles are highly visible to community members and can be part of outreach efforts at community events.

  • They enhance public relations when they are cleaner, quieter, and less expensive to operate than conventional vehicles.

  • They can be eligible for state and federal incentives and other funding opportunities.

For help reaping the benefits of alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles, see Police, Security, and Traffic Enforcement Implementation Considerations.