Ford Unveils Taurus Police Interceptor

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Ford just unveiled its replacement for the aging Crown Victoria Police Interceptor, which has been a law enforcement staple for decades. Taking the Crown Vic’s place in your rearview mirror will be what we know as the 2010 Ford Taurus — a particularly awesome version of the Taurus in police spec, if you ask us.
 
Police departments across the country won’t be piloting just any Taurus off dealership lots. Ford says approximately 90 percent of the interior has been redesigned for police use. Some features you won’t find in a regular Taurus that your local police department will have include:

• Anti-stab plates built into the front seatbacks
• Column-mounted gear selector
• Heavy-duty brakes
• Heavy-duty alternator
• Larger radiator and purpose-built cooling system
• Vented wheels for brake system cooling
• Back door hinges that open an additional 10 degrees
• Vinyl rear seats

You can expect to see the Taurus Interceptor patrolling the streets in late 2011 when Crown Victoria production is scheduled to end.

Related: Subaru’s STi Police Car