End-July Issue 2026

Police Fleet News

Police Fleet Professional Staff

July 13, 2026

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San Diego PD Adds Armored Rescue Robot to Tactical Fleet

The San Diego Police Department has added the TAC-CAT armored robotic vehicle to its tactical fleet, giving officers a new tool for high-risk standoffs, breaching operations, and rescue missions. Designed to help safely access barricaded locations and assist trapped victims, the robotic platform enhances officer safety while expanding the department's tactical response capabilities.

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$1M Grant Modernizes Southold Police Fleet and Communications

The Southold Town Police Department is receiving more than $1 million in federal funding to replace 10 aging patrol vehicles and upgrade 20 emergency radios. The investment will modernize the department's fleet and communications capabilities, helping improve officer safety, enhance operational reliability, and reduce the financial burden on local taxpayers.

Michigan State Police Competes Again for Best Looking Cruiser

After finishing second in last year's American Association of State Troopers' Best Looking Cruiser contest, the Michigan State Police is back in the competition with a striking new entry featuring a Dodge Charger patrol vehicle and Marine Services patrol boat at Grand Haven State Park. The annual contest highlights agency pride while engaging the public through nationwide voting.

Upgrading Patrol Vehicles to 5G — Without Replacing Existing Equipment

How the Pegatron MD100 is helping law enforcement agencies modernize fleet connectivity while protecting existing technology investments.

Reliable connectivity has become just as important as the equipment officers carry. From accessing critical information in the field to communicating with dispatch and fellow first responders, today's law enforcement agencies depend on technology that performs when every second counts.

Yet for many agencies, upgrading an entire fleet to 5G can seem costly, disruptive, and difficult to justify.

According to Hugo Hernandez, SVP of Sales & Marketing for Pegatron, that challenge is exactly what inspired the Pegatron MD100 5G Dongle.

"Many agencies have already invested in reliable in-vehicle laptops and mobile equipment," Hernandez said. "We wanted to provide a practical way to bring those devices onto today's 5G networks without forcing departments to replace technology that's still serving them well."

The compact, plug-and-play MD100 quickly brings reliable 5G connectivity to existing laptops, MDTs, and other field devices-allowing agencies to modernize their fleets while extending the life of the equipment they already trust. Installation takes just minutes with minimal IT involvement, making it an easy and affordable upgrade for agencies of every size.

Powered by T-Priority from T-Mobile, the MD100 provides first responders with priority network treatment during times of network congestion, helping officers maintain critical connectivity when communication matters most.

"When officers can access information faster and stay connected, they're better equipped to make informed decisions and focus on the job," Hernandez said. "Our goal is to make adopting 5G simple, affordable, and practical."

See the Pegatron MD100 at the 2026 Police Fleet Expo, August 10–13 in Orlando, Florida, Booth #541. Agencies can also request a FREE 30-Day Trial, including a Pegatron MD100 5G Dongle and 30 days of T-Priority service.

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LEHR Expands Southeast Footprint with ProLogic ITS Acquisition

LEHR has acquired the emergency vehicle upfitting assets of ProLogic ITS, adding six locations across Georgia, Alabama, and Florida while strengthening its capabilities for law enforcement, fire, EMS, and federal agency fleets. The acquisition marks LEHR's 10th expansion in two years, further growing its nationwide network of emergency vehicle upfitting services.