# Autonomous Police Cars The Bmw E-Patrol Keeps Highways Safe Using Drones By Michael Hines | Published 2012-12-18 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epatrol References: [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/designworksusa-e-patrol-futuristic-human-drone-pursuit-vehicle-concept/) & [designworksusa](http://www.designworksusa.com/) The E-Patrol was BMW's entrant into the 2012 LA Auto Show Design Challenge. The theme for the 2012 contest was futuristic CHP ([California Highway Patrol](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/finish-line-auto-club)) vehicles for the year 2025. The E-Patrol was created by BMW DesignworksUSA. The concept is intended to use as little police as possible to produce as many cars as possible. The best part about the E-Patrol is that it can release up to three drones at once. The drones can either be [flying drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ems-drone) or [one-wheeled pursuit vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rideable-aipowered-personal-assistant). The drones would be controlled from inside the E-Patrol; the car has room for two people. Removing cop cars from the road is a good from both a financial and environmental standpoint. Here's hoping the E-Patrol's drones don't come equipped with sensors to detect traffic violations! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Autonomous Police Cars:** The emergence of autonomous police cars presents an opportunity for increased safety and efficiency in law enforcement. - **Drone Technology in Law Enforcement:** The integration of drone technology in law enforcement opens up new possibilities for surveillance and pursuit. - **Future of Police Vehicles:** The development of futuristic police vehicles showcases the potential for disruptive advancements in law enforcement infrastructure. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Industry:** The automotive industry can explore the potential for developing autonomous police cars and incorporating drone technology. - **Law Enforcement Industry:** The law enforcement industry can leverage drone technology to enhance surveillance capabilities and streamline operations. - **Design and Innovation Industry:** The design and innovation industry can contribute to the development of futuristic police vehicles that prioritize efficiency and sustainability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Autonomous High-Profile Combat Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorcycle-drone.md) - [Drone-Incorporated Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestars-o2-roadster.md) - [Autonomous Emergency Drone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestar-duo.md) - [Eco Police Vehicle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/police-car-interior.md) - [Urban Robot Traffic Safety](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polis.md) - [Drone-Equipped Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/byd-and-dji.md) - [Autonomous Three-Wheeled Task Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfdriving-concept-trike.md) - [Color-Changing Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-i-vision-dee.md) - [Automatic Color-Changing Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-ix-flow.md)