Queensland police have enlisted eight new hybrid vehicles to assist with escorting wide loads on busy roads.
Four vehicles will remain in south-east Queensland with the other four being utilised in the Central and Northern police regions.
Minister for Police, Neil Roberts said the vehicles featured environmentally friendly technology, high visibility and a forward-facing message bar.
Hybrid vehicles added to fleet
“As a result, oncoming motorists will now be able to easily view instructions and information relating to how best to negotiate each unique wide load and special event convoy,” Mr Roberts said.
“The initiative aims to further improve the safety of Queensland motorists alongside the existing programs that have helped reduce road fatalities.”
Acting Deputy Commissioner of Police, Col McCallum said the tailored vehicles were part of the new Central Permit Support Unit which would become the lead Agency in providing a consistent approach in the management of wide load escorts and in issuing permits.
“The establishment of this new unit will result in the development of a more professional and businesslike approach to the management and delivery of police permits,” Acting Deputy Commissioner McCallum said.
The hybrid vehicles were an additional resource for the service and would assist in reducing the impact on core policing.
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