Guelph Police Service Vehicles

The primary vehicle used by the Guelph Police Service is the Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor. Although similar to the regular Crown Victoria available to the general public, they have heavier components such as suspension and engine cooling system to stand up to the rigours of police service. These vehicles are also large enough to provide room for the cage and equipment as well as the driver/passenger and prisoner.

The fleet of police cruisers are equipped with ample power to perform routine duties. While high-speed pursuits can occur, Guelph Police rely on training, discipline and coordinated tactics to protect public safety.

The Guelph Police Service fleet also includes vehicles that are specially equipped for specific tasks such as Tactical, Traffic, Canine and Neighbourhood Teams.

Of special interest is the Guelph Police Services command vehicle. Our mobile command vehicle was purchased in 2000 and is shared between Guelph Police Service and Guelph Fire Department. It is equipped with computers and communications gear for use by fire and police teams as well as medical and public works personnel. It is also fully equipped with air conditioning, furnaces, a bathroom and interview rooms for incidents and emergencies.

The Guelph Police Service has used the command vehicle for numerous Tactical/Weapons calls; as a negotiation center for barricaded persons and as a command post during commercial vehicle safety blitzes. It responds to all fatal motor vehicle accidents providing officers on scene with a place to conduct interviews and investigations. The Guelph Fire Department uses the vehicle at all major fire scenes as both a communications command post and as a "rehab center" for firefighters.

Over the years, the command vehicle has been used at countless emergencies as well as special events such as Canada Day celebrations at Riverside Park. The vehicle has proven invaluable and is continually being upgraded with new equipment to maintain its state of readiness.

Click here to view a photo history of some of the Guelph Police Service's previous cruisers!