New Jersey is no stranger to severe weather. In 2024, the state faced a devastating series of floods that overwhelmed infrastructure, stranded residents, and tested the limits of local response teams. Fast forward to April 2025 and the Jones Road Wildfire scorched thousands of acres of forested area and threatened more than 1,000 structures. In less than a year, the Garden State experienced two very different—but equally destructive—types of disasters. And that volatility makes one thing clear: emergency response agencies need versatile, all-terrain vehicles that can perform across multiple mission sets.  

At Acela Truck Company, we design and build the Monterra platform to do exactly that.  

A Vehicle That Adapts with the Seasons

Floodwaters in the summer. Ice storms in the winter. Wildfires in between. The Monterra isn’t built for one mission; it’s built for all of them. The Monterra Multi-Mission High Water/Flood Rescue can navigate submerged streets during floods, and during wildfire season the Monterra can be outfitted with a slip-on water pump unit. With deep water fording capabilities, 46-inch tires, 22-inch ground clearance, and full-time all-wheel drive, the Monterra thrives where traditional trucks falter.  

Real-World Resilience

The same roads that washed out in last year’s storms are now potential fire breaks, The same communities that needed evacuations by boat are now under smoke advisories and burn warnings. For emergency managers in New Jersey and beyond, the question isn’t if disaster will strike again—it's when, and in what form. That’s why the Monterra is designed to be quickly reconfigured and redeployed depending on your department’s seasonal needs.  

One Truck, Multiple Missions

We build both 4x4 and 6x6 models that can be customized to fit your department’s needs. OEMs and fire departments use their Monterras as mobile command centers, rescue and recovery vehicles, brush fire trucks, and support platforms for both personnel and equipment. In a climate where disaster conditions can shift in days or even hours, investing in a single-purpose vehicle no longer makes sense. The Monterra is a force multiplier that brings reliability, capability, and adaptability to your emergency response strategy.  

Preparedness Starts with the Right Tools

If your department is still relying on a patchwork of outdated vehicles to cover critical missions, now is the time to upgrade. Our team at Acela is actively working with departments from coast to coast to ensure that they have the resources they need to respond to the next emergency. Whether it’s flood, fire, or something in between, the Monterra is prepared for the mission.  

Because in New Jersey and beyond, preparedness isn’t seasonal. It’s essential.  

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