After the enormous success of the
Sprinter Extreme Concept at the 2016 Chicago Auto-Show, MBUSA teamed up on
another collaboration with RENNtech, Mercedes-AMG’s elite high-performance
tuner. After turning a Sprinter into a Hulk like Monster, RENNtech has
transformed the Metris Worker Van into a fully functional Toolbox on wheels.
In 2015, Mercedes-Benz Vans USA
started their Upfitter Program ‘Master Solutions’ in the United States.
Customers can customize the Sprinter and Metris Worker Vans to meet a variety
of vocations, depending on if they are an electrician, carpenter or food
delivery service.
To perfectly showcase the possibilities
of their new program, MBUSA Vans turned yet again to their high-performance
tuner and custom concept specialist RENNtech. By developing a fully integrated opening
within the driver side and fitting an electronic actuated clamshell door into
the Metris Van, RENNtech unveils the versatile interior of the rear cargo area.
The vast side-opening creates an easy to see showcase of all the details and shelving
units by the two selected Upfitter companies; Ranger Design and Sortimo by
Knapheide.
The exterior design of this concept
van is heavily inspired by an actual Toolbox. Added to the roof of the vehicle
is an enormous handle, which gives you the perception that you could just pick
it up and carry it away to your next job site. The 3D-style wrap in addition to
the structural cladding features attached to the outside, visually transforms
the vehicle into a van-sized Toolbox.
In the interior, the Toolbox concept
received ambient light to showcase the customized shelving units and the highly
durable floor structure.
The Mercedes-Benz USA Toolbox Van
concept by RENNtech was unveiled at North America’s largest automotive
exhibition, the 2017 Chicago Auto Show. The Toolbox Van Concept will also be
shown at The Work Truck Show, Indianapolis in March 2017 and the New York
International Auto Show in April 2017.
