Is There a Difference Between Public Security Vehicles and Police Vehicles?

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AsherDella
07/28/25 10:51pm
Public security vehicles and police vehicles are the same. Driver's licenses are categorized into the following types based on the permitted vehicle models: Large passenger vehicle A1 license allows driving medium and large passenger vehicles, including B1, B2, C1, C2, C3, C4, and M series. Truck A2 license permits driving heavy-duty, medium, and small full trailers, semi-trailer vehicles, as well as B1, B2, C1, C2, C3, C4, and M series. Small car C1 license: Small car C1 license allows driving medium and small passenger vehicles, including C2, C3, and C4 series. Medium automatic transmission vehicle C2 license permits driving medium and small automatic transmission passenger vehicles, as well as light and small automatic transmission trucks. Only drivers with an A2 license can operate such tow trucks; drivers with an A1 license are not permitted to drive tow trucks.
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JadeLee
08/12/25 2:15am
Answer 1: I often see various public security vehicles and police cars on the road, and I feel there's basically no difference between them. In my childhood memories, we mainly called them police cars, and now people also commonly refer to them as public security vehicles. In reality, public security vehicles may encompass all types of vehicles used by public security organs, including police cars, traffic management vehicles, and even some command vehicles, while police cars usually specifically refer to vehicles used for patrol and law enforcement. However, in terms of appearance, they all have police lights, blue-and-white color schemes, and prominent markings, with the same function—handling emergencies and maintaining social order. For example, last year I witnessed an accident response vehicle in the city center marked with 'Public Security,' but it was the police working there. For us ordinary citizens, the key point is that these vehicles protect our safety, and there's no need to delve too deeply into their classifications. When encountering them while driving safely, remember to give way. I think this topic can be confusing, but it doesn't have much impact in daily life. I hope these observations of mine can help everyone better understand the vehicles on the road. In short, don't pay too much attention to the names; focus on their actions, as they all serve societal needs.
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LucyMarie
10/01/25 4:45am
Answer 2: From a professional automotive perspective, I've studied vehicles used by different departments. Public Security vehicles are the general term for vehicles used by public security organs, including various branches such as traffic police and criminal police, encompassing diverse types like patrol cars and prisoner transport vehicles. Police cars, on the other hand, primarily refer to vehicles used by regular police officers for duty execution. In terms of configuration, they generally share features like emergency lights and specialized paint schemes. Technically, police cars can be considered a subset of Public Security vehicles. In everyday language, people often use these terms interchangeably since visual differentiation is difficult. As an enthusiast, I'd recommend focusing on vehicle functionality - such as recognizing the importance of emergency lights - rather than getting caught up in terminology. For example, on highway patrols, a vehicle marked 'Public Security' might be used for traffic management, while a police car executes arrest operations. These subtle differences stem from the organizational structure of public security organs. Overall, the distinctions are minor, with the key being safe road responses. I believe sharing this knowledge can enhance public understanding of these vehicles.
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