" Smart autos are not unexpected emergency situation autos," the brand-new policies dated July 8 state. "They are to be made use of in the very same capability as a three-wheeled mobility scooter."
The division has actually refused law enforcement officer driving Smart Cars from participating in authorities searches, although that the Mercedes-Benz cars-- regarding the measurement of a clown automobile-- could go above 90 miles a hr as well as additionally could be a lot more functional compared to the bigger patrol car, according to an internal memorandum.
8 Smart autos were gotten for the division in February at a rate of $119,000 to see if they might replace today three-wheel mobility scooters made usage of throughout the city.
The automobiles are likewise not allowed to bring visitors, also though they have Command Cabinets a traveler seat.
The NYPD is instead pleased with their tiny fleet of Smart Cars-- nevertheless you're not visiting the mini motorized automobiles in any kind of kind of "Italian Job" design cops goes after in the city anytime quickly.
