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Published on Oct 28, 2025 by Mullinax Ford of Olympia

The Long History of Ford Police Vehicles – A Legacy of Strength and Innovation at Mullinax Ford Olympia

At Mullinax Ford Olympia, 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

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 Olympia

As a leading Ford dealership, Mullinax Ford Olympia 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.