UHP Unveils New "Muscle" Patrol Car

Good luck...to anyone who tries to out run a cop. The Utah Highway Patrol will soon be traveling 0-60 mph in just six seconds, thanks to the 2006 Dodge Charger.

It used to be an old-fashioned muscle car, but now newly remolded and loaded with a V-8 Hemi, it will be the new law enforcement vehicle of Utah, reaching up to speeds of 160 miles per hour. Making the change will offer more benefits in safety, speed and fuel efficiency.

The Charger is projected to get 17 miles per gallon in the city, and 25 mpg on the highway, compared to the Crown Victoria getting only 16 miles per gallon in the city and 22 mpg on the highway. Davis County will be the first to test out the new vehicle starting this Monday.

But the goal for UHP will be to eventually replace the majority of the old Ford Crown Victorias with the new Dodge Chargers, allowing law enforcement to hold power not only with their badge but also now with their cars.

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By Chris Vanocur
ABC4.com

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