Category: Vehicles

2015 Dodge Charger Updates

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Havis\’ Technical Support team compared the 2015 Dodge Charger with the 2014 model to confirm vehicle changes and determine product compatibility. While our current consoles do fit this new model, we are making a few minor revisions to improve the fit. Trunk equipment, the K9 Transport System (KK-K9-D24-K), window guards and door panels all fit the 2015 model. We\’ve broken up these updates by part ID, and these details are subject to change. Continue reading 2015 Dodge Charger Updates

Ford F-150 Ranked “Most American” Vehicle in Cars.com Annual Index

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Just before the 4th of July, Cars.com announced that the Ford F-150 ranked #1 on its 2014 American-Made Index, which rates vehicles built and bought in the United States. The annual index considers factors such as the percentage of parts considered domestic under federal regulations, whether the car is assembled in the U.S., and overall U.S. sales. Continue reading Ford F-150 Ranked “Most American” Vehicle in Cars.com Annual Index

UPDATED: 2014 Vehicle Updates

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As fleet managers prepare for the upcoming 2014 vehicles, we thought this brief overview of vehicle changes may prove useful with regards to selecting Havis products. We\’ve broken up the below updates by manufacturer, and these details are subject to change.

As fleet managers prepare for the upcoming 2014 vehicles, we thought this brief overview of vehicle changes may prove useful with regards to selecting Havis products. We\’ve broken up the below updates by manufacturer, and these details are subject to change. Continue reading UPDATED: 2014 Vehicle Updates

GM Announces 4WD Pursuit-rated Chevy Tahoe PPV for 2015

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As 2013 comes to a close, we find ourselves looking forward to the new vehicles for the 2015 model year. Just this month, GM announced their upcoming four-wheel drive, pursuit-rated 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Patrol Vehicle (PPV). The upgraded Tahoe PPV will offer a number of new features, including GM\’s 5.3-liter, V-8 EcoTec3 powertrain engine, electric power steering, increased payload for police gear and body-on-frame construction. Continue reading GM Announces 4WD Pursuit-rated Chevy Tahoe PPV for 2015

Will SUVs Replace Sedans as the Police Fleet Standard?

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According to a recent Detroit News article, police departments across the country are shifting their vehicle preference from sedan to SUV. Although sedans have been a police fleet standard for decades, newer SUVs are safer and offer more in-vehicle space and improved efficiency.

According to a recent Detroit News article, police departments across the country are shifting their vehicle preference from sedan to SUV. Although sedans have been a police fleet standard for decades, newer SUVs are safer and offer more in-vehicle space and improved efficiency. Continue reading Will SUVs Replace Sedans as the Police Fleet Standard?