In line with the government’s latest environmental protection policy, the Force is introducing a new batch of electric vehicles (EV) starting from November. The model of the EV is KIA Niro EV/Deluxe with a battery capacity of 64.8kWh and a driving range of 460km. These EV, each of which is equipped with a medium charger with an output of 7kW and charging time around 9 hours, will be gradually put into service in various Districts.

Moreover, Environmental Protection Department has already completed the installation of 19 quick chargers (QC) in 17 police premises in October 2023. Depending on the power supply and supporting facilities of the premises, the output of QC ranges from 50 to 100kW. According to the vehicle supplier, it takes only 45 minutes to charge to battery level 80% with a 100kW QC.

The Transport Division will issue a questionnaire to collect frontline officers’ comments on the operational performances of the new EV and the charging facilities for consideration to bring in more EV in the future for operation needs.

19 quick chargers are installed in 17 police premises.