The metal and leather steering wheel looks purposeful, with countless buttons and switches a finger's tip away from actuation. Just below drilled aluminum pedals look more utilitarian than sport, a theme that permeates the entire machine.
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| Providing more functionality than the Hummer H1, the Rescue features seating for seven. (Photo: DaimlerChrysler Canada) |
Again, unlike the Hummer H1 the Rescue features three rows of seats, with those in the back able to fold forward for hauling long items. Their metal backs and rigid pedestals are able to withstand heavy loads without giving way, while ample tie-down hooks have been added to the cargo area to keep tall items in place. Attractive metal grab handles are also placed at all outboard seating positions to keep occupants from going airborne when traversing the rough stuff. The seats up front feature exposed coil spring shock absorbers to reduce the jar of off-roading, a feature common to large highway trucks and heavy duty machinery.
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| Although just a concept, the Rescue is powered by Dodge's beefy new High Output Cummins "600" Turbo Diesel that produces 600 lb-ft of torque. (Photo: DaimlerChrysler Canada) |
Like the Willys of old, the new Rescue can be opened up to let the elements in, with a folding front windshield, retractable backlite, sliding glass sunroof up front and fold-forward canvas roof in the rear, while all four doors can be removed.
The Rescue also beats the Hummer H1 when it comes to power and torque, as it's the rolling stock surrounding the Dodge division's new High Output Cummins "600" Turbo Diesel that produces 600 lb-ft of torque while featuring common-rail technology for decreased noise, vibration and harshness plus improved fuel efficiency and emissions.