The agency sum sports and SUV to train evasion, high speed maneuvers and real risk scenarios.
In a context where security and tactical preparation are absolute priorities, the United States Secret Service renewed part of its training fleet to optimize the formation of its agents. James J. Rowley Training Center, in Laurel (Maryland), incorporated ten vehicles by General Motorsranging from high performance sports to armored SUVs, all designed to replicate real emergency scenarios.
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The selection responds to the need to train with different types of vehicles. Although the Chevrolet Suburban It remains the most used in presidential caravans, instructors highlight the importance of versatility in unforeseen situations that may require different models available in the environment.
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The fleet includes two Cadillac CT4, two CT5, two Chevrolet Corvette, a climac, a suburban, a tahoe with a police package and a ZR2 colored chevrolet. This diversity allows to simulate urban persecutions, evasive maneuvers, circulation in complex land and rapid response to blockages. Special attention is given to models with manual box, uncommon in USAwhich require additional technical skills under pressure.
“Being able to train with these cars allows you to prepare agents for missions abroad, where this type of vehicles is more common,” said Mark Armstrong, instructor of the center. For example, The CT5-V Blackwing with 6.2-liter V8 motor generates 677 hp, reaching 0 to 96.6 km/h in just 3.4 seconds, while the CT4-V with V6 Biturbo exceeds 300 km/h.
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Training covers surprise maneuvers, emergency braking and unexpected route changes, integrating vehicles without prior notice to strengthen decision making in critical conditions. This cooperation with General Motors reinforces a historical strategy of the Secret Service: prepare the agents in advanced driving and protection, guaranteeing that they dominate any vehicle in defense of the most powerful figures in the country.
Source: Ambito
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