Anecdotal, but I think some of it is psychological. I rented a car, and it turned out to be a black Dodge Charger. I felt like I had to drive that thing like an a-hole, just because. People darted out of my way on the highway, even though I was driving normally.
So put a cop who is kinda full of himself in a big mean looking car, he may become a little more inflated. The person being confronted by the officer may be a little more fearful. I don't think cops should be in the business of looking intimidating. What I am suggesting is pink cruisers with flowers and unicorns. A happy car makes for a happy cop.
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