Despite its electric motor, the new Hummer should not come to Europe because of its elephantine weight. Would the solution be to transform it into a more compact model?
Presented in 2021, the new generation of the 100% electric Hummer has a clear conscience despite staggering figures: 1,000 hp thanks to three motors, 5.50 meters long, 2.2 m wide and 2 m high, and especially 4.1 tons on the scale! Enough to call into question its arrival in Europe, where it would be impossible to drive it without a C1 license dedicated to heavy goods vehicles… The GVW limit for the B license is indeed set at 3.5 tonnes maximum. GMC, which markets this Hummer EV within its range, could therefore consider launching a more compact version adapted to the Old Continent.
An upcoming mini-Hummer?
At the moment, these are just big rumours. General Motors is hoping for a return to Europe thanks to electric vehicles, in particular with Cadillac which recently presented several concepts (Lyriq, Celestiq, etc.) or Chevrolet with its new Blazer EV. It could also go through a “mini-Hummer”, the image of the 4×4 being very strong in the world.
This potential model could therefore opt for more compact dimensions (between 4.80 m and 5 m long and less than 2 m wide and high to fit in car parks) and less excessive engines, as well as a heavier weight. contents. It would retain its crossing skills to respect the tradition of the model, used for years by the US Army. He would find himself confronted with the Ford Bronco, whose arrival in Europe is scheduled for the end of 2023. He would also find on his way, from 2025, the future Jeep Recon presented at the beginning of September.
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