The GM Defense division, focused on military equipment production for General Motors, showcased a hybrid military pickup prototype at the Modern Day Marine exhibition in the United States. The display was reported by Breaking the Defense as a demonstration of GM Defense’s capabilities in building hybrid vehicles for potential army programs involving electric light reconnaissance platforms.
The vehicle uses a chassis and suspension derived from the electric civilian Hummer EV while receiving upgrades for military use. It features larger 37-inch off-road tires and a braking system tuned for rugged environments. The pickup is powered by a dual 24-module battery system with a total capacity exceeding 200 kWh, enabling approximately 300 miles of range on a single charge. A 12-minute fast recharge is cited to restore enough energy for about 100 miles of travel. An auxiliary 12 kW diesel engine is included to run the generator, supplementing the battery power, whereas the civilian Hummer EV relies on a single power source.
In military configuration, the vehicle is designed with slots to mount weapons and an open cargo area without doors and windows, reflecting a focus on modularity and mission adaptability in field conditions.
Aside from the United States context, developments in automotive policy and procurement occasionally surface in other regions. In Belarus, discussions have circulated about local production policies and potential government vehicle purchases, reflecting broader trends in defense and mobility strategies across different nations.
Meanwhile, automotive industry news also covers shifts at established brands. For example, there has been reporting around Mercedes-Benz and the ongoing course of the G-Class line, including notes about performance variant introductions and production decisions impacting the V8-powered models.