This week, the Irvine Police Department (IPD) out of California unveiled a first-of-its-kind Tesla Cybertruck police vehicle.
On October 8, the IPD announced “what we believe is the first police Tesla Cybertruck in the nation.”
Police say that the all-electric marked Tesla Cybertruck will primarily be used for community outreach and in support of the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) program, but “it can respond to emergencies and assist the community when needed.”
“For over three decades, our DARE officers have driven attention-grabbing and one-of-a-kind vehicles that never fail to turn heads and excite students. IPD believes in the continual education of students and is one of only two DARE programs in the entire state. IPD passionately seeks unique and innovative ways to connect with our community and the youth of Irvine. Officers on horseback, working with a support K9, or driving a unique vehicle such as the Cybertruck start positive conversations and promote community interaction,” police said.