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In the U.S., officers are trained that:

: 

So the officer’s response depends on:
* distance to the vehicle
* whether the car is already moving
* whether escape would endanger others

===== Yes, it often can be — even from idle, depending on circumstances. =====

Courts have repeatedly held:
* A vehicle used against an officer may constitute deadly force
* An officer may use deadly force if they reasonably believe they face serious bodily harm

However:
* If the car moves slowly, with clear space to step aside, and no acceleration, deadly force is less likely to be ruled reasonable
* If the car continues advancing, pins, or accelerates → deadly force becomes far more justifiable

So outcomes range from:
* officer stepping aside + pursuit to
* officer firing at the driver to
* officer firing into the engine block

All can be lawful depending on facts.