5 May 2022
New Zealand police start testing hybrid electric vehicles
Custom Fleet are proud to support New Zealand Police, who are starting operational testing of a hybrid frontline car as a step toward reducing the organisation’s carbon footprint.
The Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) – is a version of the Škoda Superb so it will be familiar to Police staff, says Inspector Brian Yanko, Manager Fleet Service Group.
A car in full livery, will be moved around and be taken out on duty by frontline staff to test its capabilities in a range of operational settings, and to seek their feedback on its performance.
This follows a range of tests including radio frequency interference, brake, and road trials as well as performance testing at Manfeild, where it performed well with the added weight of Police kit and equipment.
Read NZ Police’s media release.
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