Sheriff Michelle Cook announced a plan to transition the patrol fleet from Ford to Chevrolet, a move projected to save money and extend the time patrol vehicles remain in service.
The Chevrolet Tahoe, while costing an initial $5,000 more than the Ford Explorer, is expected to last 30,000 to 50,000 miles longer, potentially extending its service life by one to three years. Furthermore, the resale value of the Tahoe is double that of the Explorer.
The Clay County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), plans to undertake the internal outfitting of its new patrol vehicles in-house. This includes building out and wiring cages, lights and sirens, a process expected to save the agency $4,000 per vehicle. This change will also reduce the time needed to ready cars for service…