Subaru And Japan's Rescue Association Collaborate For Safety In Waters

Subaru Forester with a coast patrol fleet of devices and livery. (Doc. Subaru)

JAKARTA - Subaru, a well-known car manufacturer from Japan, has collaborated with the Japan Rescue Association (JLA) in an effort to reduce the number of accidents in water areas. This step is in line with Subaru's commitment to supporting the zero traffic accident program by 2030.

This collaboration has actually started in 2020 and is now continuing with the preparation of 32 Subaru cars that will be used for surveillance and rescue activities in Japanese waters.

A short video on Subaru's official YouTube channel depicts their flagship SUV, Subaru Forester, which has been converted into a beach patrol vehicle. The car is equipped with uniforms and equipment in accordance with surveillance and rescue missions around the waters.

Reporting from Carscoops, Sunday, August 6, the video is actually not the first time, but Subaru re-released it this year to highlight the expansion of the fleet. The first video shows a focus on the vehicle itself, while the second presents an iconic film-style visual "Baywatch".

The Subaru Forester, which was converted into a beach patrol vehicle, has a yellow and red livery with the Subaru logo and JLA plastered on the engine hood, signaling that this is an official beach patrol vehicle.

Not only his appearance, the Forester is also equipped with a roof rack that can be used to carry surf boards or other coastal equipment.

On the interior, this car is also adapted to the needs of the coastal rescue team. The car jockey is coated with special anti-water ingredients, and there are floor mats and baggage that are easy to clean from the sand.

Subaru also ensures that rescue teams are equipped with essential devices. The tanker is equipped with a portable External Defibrillator, a device that can check the heart rhythm of the victim and help with rescue tasks.

Forester is not the only vehicle that has been converted into a coastal patrol fleet. Subaru also introduced a similar version of Crosstrek, with the same design and equipment as Forester.

Subaru Crosstrek for beach patrols is already actively operating in the prefecture of HUMANe, Japan. To raise awareness of safety, Subaru and JLA also held a joint seminar.