Can chase its tail...
Daimler-Chrysler recently unveiled its top-of-the-line Jeep prototype at Detroit Car Show. Named Jeep Hurricane, it is truly a concept car, with twin HEMI V8 engines, each with 335hp (horse power), and 370lb-ft of torque. The engines can operate independently of each other, and the jeep switches off cylinders when they are not required (cruising on a highway, for example). The jeep has a 14 inches (36 cm) of ground clearance and 20 inches (51 cm) of suspension travel, thus giving the rider a great off-road experience.

Jeep Hurricane (Courtesy: HowStuffWorks)The twin engines ensure that the jeep can ride up slopes of 64º, and descend down slopes at 86.7º! The engines provide powers to the wheels through four independent driveshafts (unlike one driveshaft in most vehicles), each of which can operate independently of each other, and at different orientations. This allows the jeep to have a turning radius of zero, that is, the jeep can rotate at the same place. Four independent shafts also leads to better traction and stability. The Hurricane can also crab-steer, that is, move to the side without changing the direction it faces.

Split-axle design (Courtesy: HowStuffWorks)There is only room for two passengers in the jeep. The body/chassis is made of carbon-fiber, and the engines/suspension are fused into the body. No doors/roof, and not much shock absorption; this leads to some rough riding!