The Cybertruck was obtained as a replacement to another police vehicle in the department's fleet, Kim said. "In addition, it's something to get people to talk about public safety and the Police Department as an example of Irvine's sustainability goals." Part of those plans, Kim said, is transitioning the city's vehicles — including police cars — to electric vehicles. Anaheim police recently introduced Tesla Model Y vehicles in their department. Police officials said a debut date for the department's Cybertruck had not yet been set and, for now, there are no plans to purchase a second.

Source: Los Angeles Times August 05, 2024 20:45 UTC