Irvine Police Adds $150,000 Tesla Cybertruck with Oracle's Public Safety Solutions

Sep 13, 2024, 03:00 AM

The Irvine, California police department has incorporated a customized Tesla Cybertruck into its fleet, spending at least $150,000 on the vehicle. The Cybertruck, equipped with Oracle's Public Safety (OPS) solutions and Starlink Mini, is designed for multiple functions including patrol, SWAT, EMS, and command operations. The vehicle was showcased at Oracle Cloud World in Las Vegas and has drawn attention for its innovative features. The expenditure, which some reports say is at least $140,000, has raised questions among taxpayers.