The Long History of Ford Police Vehicles – A Legacy of Strength and Innovation at Mullinax Ford of Central Florida
At Mullinax Ford of Central Florida, we are proud to continue Ford’s legacy of providing law enforcement agencies with dependable, high-performance police vehicles. Since 1915, Ford has been a trusted partner for police departments across the country, consistently delivering vehicles engineered for durability, speed, and safety.
A Century of Ford Police Excellence
- 1915 – The Oakland, California Police Department became the first to standardize its fleet with Ford vehicles, recognizing their reliability for law enforcement work.
- 1950 – Ford introduced the first-ever Police Package, offering upgraded performance, comfort, and durability specifically for police work.
- 1954 – The iconic Interceptor name debuted with a 125-horsepower V-8 engine, setting a new standard for police performance.
- 1982 – The Ford Mustang Special Service Package joined police fleets, famously used in high-speed chases and highlighted in the campaign, “This Ford Chases Porsches for a Living.”
- 1992-2012 – The Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor became the dominant police vehicle, making up 85% of police pursuit sales in the U.S. and Canada by 1998.
Modern Police Interceptors: Innovation Meets Performance
Ford has continued to innovate with law enforcement in mind:
- 2013 – The launch of the Police Interceptor Utility and Sedan, featuring all-wheel drive, BLIS (Blind Spot Information System), and industry-exclusive cross-traffic alert.
- 2017 – Ford introduced the first-ever pursuit-rated hybrid police car and pickup truck, leading the way in efficiency and performance.
- 2020 – The Ford Police Interceptor Utility Hybrid became the first pursuit-rated hybrid SUV, delivering both power and fuel savings.
- 2025 – The newest Ford Police Interceptor Utility launched in August 2024, continuing Ford’s commitment to law enforcement excellence.
Ford Police Vehicles Available at Mullinax Ford of Central Florida
As a leading Ford dealership, Mullinax Ford of Central Florida proudly supports law enforcement by offering Ford’s latest police fleet options. Whether you are looking for high-performance SUVs, hybrid patrol cars, or rugged pursuit vehicles, we have the expertise to help agencies find the best solutions for their needs. Visit us today to learn more about Ford’s police vehicle lineup and discover why Ford remains the top choice for law enforcement nationwide!
McAlpine, Courtney. “The Long History of Ford Police Vehicles | Ford Media Center.” Ford.com, 2024, media.ford.com/content/fordmedia/fna/us/en/news/2024/12/18/the-long-history-of-ford-police-vehicles.html. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.
