RCMP updates look of front-line police vehicles
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For the first time in more than 30 years, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) is updating the look of its front-line police vehicles to improve visibility and provide a modern, distinctive appearance.
About the new design
The updated look features white doors on a black base, along with high‑visibility, reflective graphics to ensure the vehicles can be easily recognized in all conditions—day or night, in rural or urban settings, and across Canada’s diverse climates. This ensures RCMP vehicles are clearly identifiable as law‑enforcement vehicles while remaining visually distinct as the RCMP.
Provinces, territories, and municipalities will be able to include local identifiers based on regional requirements. These variations allow for local flexibility and help demonstrate our connection with the communities we serve, while preserving a consistent, recognizable national RCMP identity.
Rollout approach
The vehicles featuring our new look will begin appearing on Canadian roads later this summer. The transition will be gradual:
- current vehicles will remain in service until they reach the criteria for fleet replacement
- new and existing vehicles will operate side‑by‑side during the transition period
- all RCMP vehicles will continue to meet safety and operational requirements
This approach supports cost‑effective fleet replacement and ensures uninterrupted policing services.
Police impersonation
Public safety is our top priority. The new design has been developed with distinctive markings to help us stand out from non-police vehicles.
We understand that any change to vehicle appearance can raise concerns about impersonation.
If you are ever unsure whether a vehicle or person is a legitimate RCMP police officer:
- You can call your local RCMP detachment to verify the car number, license plate, or police officer’s name or badge number
- If you feel unsafe, lock your doors and call 9-1-1 or your local emergency number
Updated front-line vehicle video
Experience the evolution of the RCMP’s policing vehicles as we unveil a rebrand built for safety, visibility, and the future of policing in Canada.
Video
Text version - RCMP unveils new look for front-line vehicles
Upbeat music ♫
[Fast cuts showing RCMP vehicles throughout the decades, including images with RCMP police officers standing in, behind, and in front of the vehicles.]
Narrator:
From the earliest patrol cars to the modern vehicles of today, every RCMP vehicle tells a story. Each evolution has had a presence in communities across Canada from coast to coast to coast, supporting the work of RCMP officers as they work tirelessly to protect and keep Canadians safe.
[Screen fades to black.]
Now, a new chapter begins. Introducing the next generation of RCMP vehicles.
[Outline of the new RCMP vehicle comes into shot, with the full vehicle being lit up by floodlights]
Introducing the next generation of RCMP vehicles.
[Lights of the new vehicles switch on, as the vehicle is spun around for a full view]
This new look reflects progress—professional, approachable, and continuing to serve Canadians with dedication and integrity.
[Close up of vehicle, including the front end, the bumper, and the Government of Canada logo. Wide shot from above shows the full vehicle]
The new vehicles prioritize visibility, safety, and connection.
[Long shot scrolling over “POLICE” on the sides and front of the vehicle]
Larger, high-visibility POLICE markings ensure clarity and easy identification.
[Installation instructions on a worktable]
Every detail is designed with purpose
[Workers installing the decals]
Supporting our officers as they serve and protect communities across Canada.
[RCMP officers speaking with members of the public. RCMP officer exiting RCMP vehicle with lights on]
Starting Summer 2026, you’ll see both new and current RCMP vehicles in your community.
[Two RCMP officers speaking to each other through the windows of both current and new-look RCMP vehicles. Both vehicles driving on various roads. Current look vehicle fades to new-look vehicle]
No matter the vehicle, our commitment remains the same—keeping Canadians safe and fostering trust in communities across the country.
[Various shots of RCMP officers at work – driving in vehicles, speaking to members of the public.]
This new look reflects our purpose: to protect. It reflects our ongoing commitment to readiness, trust, modernization and safeguarding Canadians today and every day.
[RCMP vehicles driving down the road. Close up of RCMP officer smiling at camera with arms crossed. RCMP officer walking in front of new RCMP vehicle. RCMP officer getting out of a new RCMP vehicle with lights on, standing next to the vehicle with arms crossed and looking up towards the camera]
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