The U.S. Army will test the electric Hummer

Will the electric Hummer experience the same success as its gasoline predecessors with the US Army?

While it was the epitome of American automotive excess, the Hummer is making a comeback in a slightly less extravagant form. It is still just as imposing, but now features a fully electric powertrain, which completely eliminates its tailpipe CO2 emissions.

This new Hummer EV has clearly caught the attention of the US military, which is preparing to test it under real-world conditions. Although not explicitly mentioned, one can imagine that charging logistics will be a central issue during the trial. Without proper infrastructure, integrating electric vehicles into the military fleet could quickly turn into a failure. Moreover, it would be necessary to find an environmentally sustainable solution, such as using solar-powered facilities, to make this feasible.

A Smart Marketing Move for Hummer?

If the trial proves successful and results in a large order, it would likely have positive effects on vehicle sales to consumers. During the era when it offered internal combustion models, the brand heavily relied on its image as a provider for the US Army.

The Hummer EV is built on a new platform that could be used for other civilian or military vehicles. It boasts an enormous battery weighing over 1,300 kilograms, bringing its total weight to more than 4 tons (4,111 kilograms to be precise). A full charge provides a theoretical range of 529 km. Thanks to the 800-volt architecture, charging power can reach up to 175 kW. The Hummer EV can therefore recover about 160 km of range every 12 minutes.

With its three electric motors, the Hummer EV delivers a combined power of 750 kW, or 1,020 horsepower. Despite its weight, it manages to offer performance comparable to a sports car, at least in acceleration. For example, it takes only about 3 seconds to go from 0 to 100 km/h.

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