GM is celebrating more than seven decades of Chevy police vehicles, from the early upgraded sedans to modern all-electric models like the Chevy Blazer EV PPV.
Chevrolet’s legacy in law enforcement vehicles began in the 1920s when police departments first adapted retail-spec Chevy sedans and GMC panel trucks with things like upgraded radios, auxiliary lighting, and reinforced brakes.
Fast forward to the ‘50s with the debut of Chevrolet’s first purpose-built police packages, including the Chevrolet One-Fifty sedan and Two-Ten station wagon. These vehicles were outfitted from the factory with heavy-duty components specifically designed for police duty, including upgraded suspension, more powerful engines, and enhanced braking systems. One standout from the era was the 265-cubic-inch Super Turbo-Fire V8, which delivered 205 horsepower, a rather substantial sum for the time.
Chevrolet continued to offer new police vehicles through the years, innovating with various upgrades and updates. In 1991, GM offered the police-spec Chevy Camaro B4C, a special service interceptor vehicle built for police pursuits with enhanced safety and the 5.7L V8 LT1 engine. More recent innovations have centered on connectivity and fuel efficiency, with enhancements informed directly by feedback from law enforcement agencies across the country.
Looking to the future, Chevy and the GM Envolve fleet division are offering several notable additions for the 2025 model year, including the Blazer EV PPV, Chevrolet’s first all-electric pursuit-rated police vehicle. The Blazer EV PPV is equipped a dual-motor AWD system and offers an estimated 297 miles of range on a full charge.
On the ICE front, Chevy also offers the Tahoe PPV, with the latest 2025 model year including high-tech upgrades like a 17.1-inch touchscreen, HD Surround Vision, a rearview camera mirror, and updated safety systems. There’s also the Silverado PPV, which is equipped with a 5.3L V8 L84 engine, six-piston Brembo brakes, and optional two-inch lift in case the chase goes off road.
“The changes and enhancements in our model year 2025 police vehicle lineup are a result of feedback from our law enforcement customers,” said the government sales manager at GM Envolve, Yuri Tello. “With a focus on sustainability and performance, Chevy and GM Envolve aim to help law enforcement operations meet their sustainability goals while enhancing safety and efficiency.”
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9c1police car package impala 1977-79 still had opt LM 1 ? Code 350 v8 or 5.7 lot of these old cop cars ended up as taxis in Mexico border towns always looked for the rear sway bar part of the F41
Suspension and the certified speedometer
The Royal Oman police used Chevrolet – Holden Caprice cars at some point.
Kuwait’s old Police car display had some 90s Caprices…before they switched to Crown Victorias..
I have been stopped by a few of them over the years for having too much fun!
Police have used Chevy Volts as patrol cars in several cities becaude they are quiet (the crooks don’t hear them coming) and they burn very little fuel when idle. Electrics woukd be better.