Admit It, They’re Fun To Drive!

The new 150-miles-per-hour Dodge Charger is about “boosting morale” and building “diversity”. Hmm:

The new police Charger is faster than the cars currently in use by the department. While some have questioned why an urban police department might need a car that reaches 150 miles per hour, Police Commissioner Raymond W. Kelly said the main reason for buying the cars is to make the department’s fleet less monolithic.

“What we like about it is the diversity,” said Mr. Kelly in announcing the department’s plans last week outside 1 Police Plaza, a lineup of Chargers nearby. “Chrysler is now back in the market, and this is the model they are offering.”

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The new cars may also provide a morale booster for officers, just as stylish new uniforms or more bullet-resistant vests or anything to give officers an edge can instill pride. “Cops always like something new” said Mr. Kelly. “So, I think that this will be a bit of a novelty.”

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