The Singapore Police Force (SPF) is rolling out the next-generation of Fast Response Car (FRC) for Ground Response Force operations.

On Aug. 3, SPF posted a video on their official Facebook page, featuring the new vehicle.

New technological features

The new vehicles are SUV Hyundai Tucsons, and are customised for SPF’s operational challenges and are designed to improve officers' operational effectiveness and safety.

There will be 300 such vehicles, which will gradually replace the current generation of FRCs by 2024.

The next-generation FRC will form part of the mobile column at the National Day Parade, which make its way to the heartland areas Woodlands, Bishan and Geylang Serai on Aug. 9.

Here are some of its main features:

Ergonomic cut-out seats

The front seats are ergonomically designed for police officers, to accommodate the smooth entry and exit of police officers, without the police equipment on their belt inconveniencing their movements.

Integrated Vehicular Dashboard

The Integrated Vehicular Dashboard (IVD) allows officers to access and control the technological features of the vehicle, including the RFID-enabled boot system, allows them to automatically scan and detect the available police equipment at the boot of the car.

External mounted light

An externally mounted light on the roof of the car can be used to provide lighting for operations, especially in conditions of low light.

In-Vehicle Video Recording System

The In-Vehicle Video Recording System provides 360-degree video coverage with footage that can be live-streamed to the Police Operations and Command Centre.

Automated Number Plate Recognition

The Automated Number Plate Recognition allows for seamless detection of vehicles of interest, whether they are moving on the road or in a stationary position.

The information will be relayed to the IVD, which will show the officers details such as the license plate type, car make, and vehicle status. It will be highlighted in the IVD should a vehicle scanned be found to be a vehicle of interest (e.g. stolen vehicles).

Person-In-Custody Compartment

The Person-In-Custody Compartment (PIC) has a central divider that separates the driver from persons in the rear. There is a space for persons handcuffed to their back, and a mechanism for seatbelt application to be done safely.

Neat.

Top photo via SPF's Facebook video