Nissan reveals Navara EnGuard Concept – an ultimate rescue truck

Nissan has unveiled Navara-based emergency rescue concept at Hannover Motor Show, having portable EV battery power.

Pick-ups are everything about adaptability, however Nissan is aiming to save lives rather than lug loads with a brand-new Nissan Navara concept. The’ EnGuard’ emergency rescue concept has debuted at the recent Hannover Motor Show.

Based on a basic double-cab Navara, the EnGuard concept is developed to display both the pick-up’s all-terrain ability and a new life-saving car platform. Having a ride height improved by 50mm, larger tracks front and rear, adjustable suspension, bespoke bodywork and 285-profile off-road tires, it’s developed to drive across the harshest surface. An air intake snorkel even lets it learn deep rivers.

However it’s not practically mud plugging, as the Navara EnGuard likewise includes a kitted-out loadbay to make it a versatile rescue machine. Two pull-out fibreglass trays bring products such as a resuscitation package, oxygen tanks, life jackets as well as an axe. There’s a modern DJI Phantom rescue drone fitted in too, which can fly about and relay images to a rescue group.

Controlling the load bed are a pair of heavy duty battery packs. The 2kW systems feature 7 battery modules in a weather-proof aluminium housing. They’re developed to function as more effective generators, running heavy lifting or specialist cutting devices, or powering search lights and heat sources.

Vector illustration of teamwork concept. Office workers are made up of parts of the whole, working on the project.

The roofing is 136mm higher than a basic Navara, accommodating a 360-degree lighting rig with emergency situation strobe lights. While the concept is developed simply to showcase new technology, Nissan LCV Vice President Phillippe Guerin-Boutard claims it could have real-world uses in future.

“The Navara EnGuard Concept opens a brand-new chapter in the Nissan Intelligent Mobility vision, including our dedication to no casualties and absolutely no emissions. Our prototype EV portable battery pack reveals how Nissan will integrate its world-renowned EV battery innovation and competence into new sectors in the future.”