Hyundai And GM Collaborate On Future EVs And Tech
The two auto giants signed Memorandum of Understanding to join hands to explore future vehicles, supply chain and clean-energy technologies.
The two auto giants signed Memorandum of Understanding to join hands to explore future vehicles, supply chain and clean-energy technologies.
The EV plans and targets are being postponed as EV demand is not as high as anticipated.
Having been discontinued in 2010, the Hummer sub-brand of GMC is raised from the dead with the iconic Hummer SUV and Pickup but in an all-electric avatar. It retains its rugged build and gets enhanced off-roading capabilities. With a rich legacy since 1902, GMC has been in the business of making trucks and over a century later, the Hummer EV marks yet milestone in the impressive journey of the car marque. Discontinued in the ICE-powered guise back in 2010, Hummer is back in an all-electric avatar. The electric pickup truck and the SUV versions have already reached customers. Do these electric giants have what it takes to become a force to reckon with in the EV space? You might also like: Is Rivian R1T Electric Truck A Perfect Rival To Ford F-150 Lightning? GMC Hummer EV – Specs In the most powerful iteration that is on sale at the moment, the Hummer EV Pickup comes with 3 electric motors (2 at the rear and 1 at the front) for a proper 4×4 configuration and all-wheel-steering. The combined output stands at a mighty 1,000 hp. This allows for a rather exquisite 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) acceleration time of around 3 secs. The towing capacity is an impressive 7,500 lbs and the payload is 1,300 lbs. Hummer EV – Specs Pickup SUV Drivetrain 3 Motors (4×4) 3 Motors (4×4) Battery >200 kWh >200 kWh Maximum Power 1,000 hp 830 hp Steering All-Wheel-Steering All-Wheel-Steering Acceleration (0-60 mph / 0-96 km/h) 3 secs 3.5 secs Range (EPA) 350 miles (563 km) 300 miles (483 km) Charging (800 V 350 kW DC Fast) 100 miles in 10 mins 100 miles in 10 mins Towing Capacity 7,500 lbs (3,402 kg) – Payload Capacity 1,300 lbs (590 kg) – GMC Hummer EV Specs You might also like: Canoo Electric Pickup Truck Could Be The EV You Really Need Dimensions and Off-Roading Capabilities The SUV and Pickup are colossal which shouldn’t come as a surprise to all those who are familiar with the brand. Moreover, the EV comes with an Infinity Roof with modular Retractable Sky Panels lending an immersive open-air experience and specially engineered 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory tires. Hummer EV – Dimensions Pickup SUV Length 216.8 in (5,507 mm) 206.7 in (5,250 mm) Width (w/ Mirrors) 93.7 in (2,380 mm) 93.7 in (2,380 mm) Height 79.1 in (2,009 mm) 77.8 in (1,976 mm) Wheelbase 135.6 in (3,444 mm) 126.7 in (3,218 mm) Max Ground Clearance 15.9 in (404 mm) 15.9 (404 mm) Front & Rear Suspension Travel 13 in (330 mm) 13 in (330 mm) Trunk Volume 11.3 cu.ft. (320 litres) 11.3 cu.ft. (320 litres) GMC Hummer EV – Dimensions You might also like: Zeekr 009 Minivan (MPV) Launched – Specs, Range, Features & More Interior and Features Stepping inside the electric Hummer oozes the feeling of ruggedness. There is a 12.3-inch Color Driver Information Center Display, a 13.4-inch Colour Touchscreen Infotainment System, UltraVision with 18 Cameras (17 in SUV) for HD Surround Vision including under the vehicle, Full Underbody Armor, Dynamic Suspension, Premium 14-Speaker Bose Audio System, WiFi Hotspot, GM’s OnStar Telematics System, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Hands-Free Driving with GM’s Super Cruise System with tons of ADAS features and more. Price The GMC Hummer EV starts at a cool $110,295 USD for the Edition 1 trim which is already sold out. The relatively less expensive Hummer EV 3X costs $106,645 USD, 2X costs $96,645 USD and 2 costs a humble $86,645 USD.