We're anxiously awaiting the all-new 2022 GMC HUMMER EV, a modern revival of the heavy-duty off-road legend equipped with three electric motors that propel the truck version from 0-60 in 3 seconds with 1,000 horsepower and a 350-mile range.
But there's good news for the EV enthusiasts that also crave the original HUMMER H1 styling: North American EV is bringing to market a re-equipped, Tesla-powered electric HUMMER H1 - and it puts up some pretty gaudy numbers in its own right. We're talking 0-60 in 2.9 seconds, 1,272 horsepower, and a range of up to 750 miles.
A limited number North American EV's HUMMER H1EV will be available by the end of 2022 and will command a reported price of $329,000, but you can contact North American EV to place your order.
The Off-Road King Goes Electric.
With nearly every automotive manufacturer developing some form of an electric vehicle, and no shortage of new market entrants, quite a few models across the spectrum have caught our eye. The power figures that come natural to an electric motor make it a no-brainer for speed enthusiasts: grab the steering wheel, mash the pedal, and hit hyperspeed.
And while the advancements to electric vehicles are a thrilling automotive evolution in our lifetime, the consumer truck and off-road segments are still working through a few growing pains. There is not, as of yet, a single electric vehicle that ties together towing capacity, power, and range like the diesel-powered alternatives.
But of course, it's now only a matter of time. Off-road and overland enthusiasts have a ton of exciting EVs to look forward to by way of models like the Rivian R1T, Toyota FJ Cruiser EV, Jeep Wrangler EV, and GMC HUMMER EV. The volume of options and capability of off-road EVs will only continue to rise - and we're all for it.
As much as we welcome the future state of EV design and capability, we still have a soft-spot for the classic kings of the off-road. And the king of kings is, of course, the HUMMER H1. The H1 was produced in the 90s and early 2000s by AM General, and earned its stripes in the Gulf War. It fast became a symbol of power and dominance, and was enthusiastically grabbed up by the civilian market.
Thankfully, North American EV captures the allure of the classic HUMMER H1, but with the exciting twist of dual Tesla drive units. Their restoration of the H1 is absolutely flawless and exemplifies attention to detail, providing buyers with the classic brute on the outside thanks to upgraded lighting and oversized off-road tires, as well as upgraded interior comfort and convenience. The H1EV is a comprehensive and complete off-road EV that offers impressive capability and old-school-cool allure.
Specifications.
The HUMMER H1 is well-known for its reputation as a go-anywhere, do-anything off-roader that's low on subtlety but high on capability. This electric version is no different, equipping oversized off-road tires, ample ground clearance, beefy suspension components, and protective plating in addition to plush interior seating and advanced instrumentation.
But, with the 6.5L turbo-diesel engine (or 6.6L, if you're lucky enough to get your hands on the HUMMER H1 Alpha) replaced with dual Tesla motors, buyers get to tap into the unrivaled power and performance of electric, offering superior output figures and an impressive range.
HIGHLIGHTS:Â
- Dual Tesla large drive units
- 0-60 MPH in <2.9 seconds
- Up to a 750 mile range
- 1,272 horsepower
- 3,987 lb.-ft. torque
- 10,000 towing capacity
- 18 in. ground clearance
