Khaleej Times

Dubai Police induct new fleet of electric vehicles

- Staff Reporter reporters@khaleejtim­es.com

520km Distance Chevrolet Bolt EV can cover on a single charge

dubai — Chevrolet Bolt EV is the latest electric vehicle to join the Dubai Police fleet of prestigiou­s cars, with the first eight units started patrolling the roads.The Chevrolet Bolt EV can cover up to 520 kilometres on a single charge.

Brigadier Dr Muhammad Nasser Al Razooqi, director of transport and rescue, said: “The addition of eight Chevrolet Bolt EV cars to our Dubai Police electric fleet will make a big impact in our mission to raise awareness on the benefits of electrific­ation within the emirate.”

John Roth, president & managing director of General Motors Africa & Middle East, said: “We are proud to support the Dubai Government in its vision to make the Emirate a greener city. This is a bold target, and we look forward to being equally bold in General Motors’ role as a reliable partner, with the Chevrolet Bolt EV forming the backbone of these fleets, starting with the world-famous Dubai Police fleet.”

General Motors is leading the charge toward a fully-electric future, both regionally and internatio­nally as part of the company’s vision for a world with zero crashes, zero emissions and zero congestion, ideals that are aligned with that of the Dubai Government.

Mark Jenkins, CEO of Al Ghandi Auto, one of the brand’s official dealers in the UAE, said: “We have a strong relationsh­ip with the Dubai Police and remain firmly committed to supporting them in creating a sustainabl­e landscape in future mobility.”

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