GMC and EarthCruiser have partnered up to develop a Hummer EV overland concept, as reported by Electrek. The Hummer EV will allow riders to explore further with an overloading upfit solution.
In October 2021, GMC unveiled its electric super truck, the Hummer EV. Come March 2022, GMC revealed that the reservations for the Hummer EV have exceeded their expectations, with over 65,000 in total.
The Hummer EV runs up to 1,000 hp, 11,500 lb-ft of available torque, and 350+ miles range. It is designed for off-roading and features a dynamic Adaptive Air suspension system, automatically raising the ride height. It also comes with 35" tires, full underbody armor, 4-wheel steer, and more.
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A New Hummer EV
The company's latest team-up with EarthCruises will bring in a new overlanding upfit solution designed to integrate into the Hummer EV pickup. This will better allow users to forge ahead into uncharted territory.
Concept images have been released in which the slide-in campers seem to have solar panels that could allow users to charge the vehicle on and off the grid. The GMC Hummer EV overland concept will be officially unveiled in late summer 2023.
GMC Electric Hummer and other electric super trucks are poised to revolutionize the pickup truck market. These vehicles offer the power and utility of traditional pickup trucks, with the added benefit of electric power and advanced technology.
Other electric super trucks include the Rivian R1T, the Tesla Cybertruck, and the Ford F-150 Electric. These vehicles offer similar features and capabilities, such as impressive towing capacity, off-road capabilities, and advanced driver assistance systems.
Electric super trucks have the potential to be a game-changer for the pickup truck market. Not only do they offer environmental benefits, with zero emissions and reduced reliance on fossil fuels, but they also offer advanced features and capabilities that make them more versatile and practical than ever before.
However, there are also challenges to overcome. Electric super trucks are currently more expensive than traditional trucks, and there are concerns about the availability and cost of charging infrastructure. There is also a need for further research and development to improve battery technology, range, and performance.
Overall, the GMC Electric Hummer and other electric super trucks represent an exciting new direction for the pickup truck market.
As more consumers and businesses look for sustainable and advanced transportation solutions, these vehicles are likely to become increasingly popular and important in the years to come.
Electric trucks are indeed, coming, and they are bound to be more on the road soon enough. The new Hummer EV is something worth looking forward to that can be a game-changer.
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