GMC Hummer EV

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GMC Hummer EV
Overview
ManufacturerGeneral Motors
Production2021 (to commence)
Model years2022–
AssemblyUnited States: Detroit, Michigan (Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly)
Body and chassis
ClassFull-size pickup
Body style4-door pickup truck, 4-door sport utility vehicle (upcoming model)
Layout
PlatformGM BT1 platform
Powertrain
Electric motorDual or Triple Permanent magnet motors
Power outputEV3X: 800 hp, EV2 and EV2X: 625 hp, Edition 1: 1,000 hp (746 kW; 1,014 PS) (all figures are pre-production manufacturer estimates)
Battery200 kWh
Electric range350 mi (560 km)[1]
Dimensions
Wheelbase135.6 in (3,444 mm)
Length216.8 in (5,507 mm)
Width86.7 in (2,202 mm)
Chronology
PredecessorHummer H2
Hummer H3

The GMC Hummer EV is both an upcoming off-road luxury electric vehicle produced by GMC (simply referred to as Hummer EV; and badged as HEV), and its own sub-brand.[2] The Hummer EV line was launched in October 2020 through a live stream.

The Hummer EV sub-brand includes a pickup truck (SUT) and a confirmed Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) that will be introduced in Fall 2021.[3]

History

Origins

The GMC Hummer EV traces its root back to the discontinued Hummer brand (stylized HUMMER) of General Motors. The Hummer brand itself was created by AM General; the manufacturer of the HUMVEE light military vehicle. AM General created a civilian version of the HUMVEE and renamed it to Hummer. In December 1999 AM General sold the Hummer brand name to General Motors, but AM General continued to manufacture the vehicles while GM was responsible for the marketing and distribution of all civilian Hummers produced by AM General. Shortly thereafter, GM introduced two of its own design models, the Hummer H2 and Hummer H3, and renamed the original vehicle to Hummer H1. AM General continued to build the H1 until it was discontinued in 2006, and was contracted by GM to produce the H2.

By 2006, the Hummer began to be exported and sold through importers and distributors in 33 countries. On October 10, 2006, GM began producing the Hummer H3 at its Port Elizabeth plant in South Africa for international markets. The Hummers built there at first were only left-hand drive, but right-hand drive versions were added and exported to Australia and other markets.

On June 1, 2009, as a part of the General Motors bankruptcy announcement, the company revealed that the Hummer brand would be discontinued.

Trims

Edition 1

Arriving to production line in 2022, Edition 1 is the sole model available for the first year and considered to be a limited edition that was available for pre-order by the end of the launch event on October 20, 2020. All Edition 1 units are white with a black roof with bronze-colored wheels and a two-tone black-and-gray interior with bronze accents and Edition 1 badges.[4] In addition, the Edition 1 will feature Easter eggs themed after the Apollo 11 moon landing.[5]

Edition 1 has three electric motors with 1000 horsepower, 350+ miles of range, and comes fully loaded with the Extreme Off-Road package, which includes 35-inch mud-terrain tires, skid plates, and rock sliders.[4]

The Hummer EV Edition 1 broke records as it had sold out in the first 10 minutes of opening the pre-orders.[6] The Edition 1 is expected to be available Fall 2021.[7]

One of the exclusive features introduced with the Hummer EV and comes standard in Edition 1 is the new "Crab Walk", which allows the Hummer EV to travel diagonally by using a four-wheel steer. Edition 1 also includes UltraVision underbody cameras for easier off-road maneuverability and visibility, Watts for Freedom system, adaptive air suspension, steel underbody armor, Extract Mode (lifts the suspension six inches for more clearance), Super Cruise (GM's driver assistance system that allows for automatic lane change and hands-free driving on compatible highways that have been mapped by GM), a digital key, removable roof panels, GMC's MultiPro Tailgate.

EV3x

Nearly identical to Edition 1, the Hummer EV3x features as standard Crab Walk, UltraVision, adaptive air suspension, steel underbody armor, Extract Mode, Super Cruise, a digital key, removable roof panels, and MultiPro Tailgate. However, the EV3x will feature different paint colors, unlike the Edition 1. The EV3x is powered by three electric motors and includes torque vectoring, and 'Watts to Freedom' system that allows the full acceleration capability of the EV propulsion system.

The EV3x will output an estimated 800hp with 300+ miles of range, and is expected to be available in Fall of 2022.[7]

EV2x

Includes all the features of EV2; however, it will also come standard with 4-wheel steer, crabwalk, adaptive air suspension with adaptive ride control, and optional Extract mode. This trim will output an estimated 625hp using a dual motor system, will have an estimated 300+ miles of range, and is expected to be available in Spring of 2023.[7]

EV2

This is the base Hummer EV trim which will include super cruise, HD surround view, digital key, infinity roof, a multi pro tailgate, and rear drop glass among other standard features. The EV2 will output an estimated 625hp using a dual motor system, with an estimates 250+ miles of range. It is expected to be available Spring 2024.[7]

Production

The Hummer EV will be produced at GM's Detroit/Hamtramck Assembly plant in Michigan. Availability is expected to begin in Fall 2021. The company recently invested $2.2 billion in the plant for the production of these electric vehicles.[3]

Media

On January 30, 2020, GM released three Quiet Revolution theme teasers of the Hummer EV. These teaser releases were followed up with the first marketing launch with Super Bowl LIV ads on February 2, 2020 with LeBron James as the spokesperson.[8]

The reveal, which was scheduled for May 20, 2020 release, was postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. It was revealed on October 20, 2020 instead, with reservations opening the same day.[9]

Additionally, the October 20 reveal event was viewable not only on the GMC website, but also via livestream on YouTube, and through a number of short film-styled advertisements run during Game 1 of the 2020 World Series and the premier of Season 19 of NBC's The Voice. [10]

See also

References

  1. ^ Hawkins, Andrew J. (October 20, 2020). "The Hummer is back as a 350-mile range 'electric supertruck' that can drive diagonally". The Verge. Retrieved October 21, 2020.
  2. ^ Chris Bruce (August 14, 2020). "GMC Hummer EV Logo Trademark Filing Reveals Truck's Possible Emblem". Motor 1.
  3. ^ a b Capparella, Joey (January 30, 2020). "GMC's Hummer EV Pickup Is Real, Will Have 1000 HP". Car and Driver. Retrieved January 31, 2020.
  4. ^ a b Hoffman, Connor (October 21, 2020). "GMC Hummer Edition 1 Will Be Ultra-Loaded and Cost $112,595". Car and Driver. Retrieved October 22, 2020.
  5. ^ Silvestro, Brian (October 21, 2020). "Check Out the Hummer Edition 1 EV's Ultra-Cool Lunar-Themed Easter Eggs". Road & Track. Retrieved October 30, 2020.
  6. ^ Desk, HT Auto (October 22, 2020). "Gone in 10 minutes: GMC Hummer EV edition 1 sold out in record time". Hindustan Times. Retrieved October 22, 2020.
  7. ^ a b c d Chang, Brittany. "GMC will be releasing 3 more variants of its 'super truck' Hummer EV over the next 4 years — see how they compare". Business Insider. Retrieved October 30, 2020.
  8. ^ Paukert, Chris. "New Hummer EV will debut in Super Bowl ad with LeBron James". Roadshow. Retrieved January 31, 2020.
  9. ^ @GMC (July 29, 2020). "Fully charged. Fully electric. Ready to change the game forever. The First Ever #GMCHummerEV. Reveal & Pre-Order Fall 2020" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  10. ^ "GM to reveal Hummer during World Series". Detroit News. October 6, 2020. Retrieved October 6, 2020.

External links

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