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There are no questions that there is a need for armored police vehicles, but we suggest caution when reading or listening to the marketing claims concerning the vehicles capability to stop rounds.
Last month Government Fleet Magazine interviewed two manufacturers of armored doors and side windows for police vehicles.
Vehicle Dynamics are two words that you tend to often see on websites and social media platforms dealing with driver training. It is my opinion that many providers take liberty with the definition of Vehicle Dynamics. This is not a criticism, but an observation.
Next Media is the company that created these animations. Their YouTube channel occasionally has animated vehicle ambushes. We recommend you subscribe to their channel. You can search their channel for other law enforcement related animations that can be used as training tools. Assassination Ambush’: St. Louis officer was targeted Gunman opens fire on patrol vehicle, […]
When moving through any scenario the driver is managing time and distance. In an emergency, survival comes down to how much time and distance do you have to avoid the problem.
Lane Change – Evasive Maneuver – Accident Avoidance – Swerve to Avoid – no matter what it’s called they all have the same basic characteristics and are essential to all EVOC training programs. Over the years the feedback from former students indicates that the “Lane Change” exercise instills life-saving skills. The purpose of the evasive […]
