Based on the 3.0-liter TD6 powered version of the Land Rover Discovery that we’ve all come to love, Land Rover “Project Hero” is a new version of the specialty SUV specifically designed to help the Red Cross in search and rescue operations. Based at the Austrian Red Cross training center in Erzberg, Project Hero will be put into use for twelve months to develop new and innovative techniques for complex disaster relief scenarios using, wait for it, the Align M480L UAV drone that can be deployed from the roof and controlled from the cabin using a tablet. In addition to the drone, the amount of specialty build out and kit in this vehicle is truly remarkable. Heavy-duty sliding floor in the trunk area that doubles as an additional work surface. Strategically positioned LED lighting for night vision. Multiple frequency radio equipment and innovative power supply points with multiple plug arrangements. Tool racks, gear cubbies and mounting points behind the rear seat, rear windows and under the floor. If an international agent was on a search and rescue mission, this is the vehicle they’d want to be driving.
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Huckberry’s Essential Holiday Gift Guide
Unzip your coat and have some mulled wine on the house—you’ve arrived at your final gifting destination: The Holiday Gift Guide. It’s like your friendly neighborhood one-stop holiday shop, except instead of balsa wood ornaments, ours is packed with thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list. Future heirlooms, small-but-significant stocking stuffers, and gear for getting out there (or staying in)—are all right here. There’s no music playing in the background though, so you’ll just have to hum Bing Crosby while you click around instead.
