5 Reasons the Hummer EV is the Ultimate off Road Machine

The GMC Hummer EV is less of a vehicle and more of a "physics-defying" experiment. Weighing in at over 9,000 lbs, it shouldn't be agile, yet it uses a massive battery and a suite of high-tech hardware to outperform almost everything on the trail.

Here are five reasons why the Hummer EV is arguably the ultimate off-road machine. read more

1. CrabWalk: Diagonal Dominance

The standout feature is CrabWalk, which utilizes the vehicle’s four-wheel steering system. At low speeds, the rear wheels can turn up to 10 degrees in the same direction as the front wheels.

• The Benefit: It allows the Hummer to move diagonally. This is a game-changer for navigating tight trails or sidestepping a boulder without having to perform a complicated 20-point turn.

2. Extract Mode: The 6-Inch Lift

When the terrain gets truly treacherous, the Hummer EV uses its Adaptive Air Ride Suspension to activate Extract Mode.

• The Capability: It raises the vehicle by approximately 6 inches, reaching a staggering 15.9 inches of ground clearance.
• The Benefit: This provides the height needed to clear massive rocks or ford water depths of up to 32 inches, giving you the confidence to tackle obstacles that would high-center a standard off-roader.

3. UltraVision Underbody Cameras

Off-roading is usually a team sport involving a "spotter" outside the car. The Hummer EV replaces (or assists) the spotter with UltraVision, a system of up to 18 camera views.

• The Detail: This includes waterproof underbody cameras with a "wash" function to clear away mud.
• The Benefit: You can see exactly where your tires are placed relative to jagged rocks or deep ruts in real-time on your 13.4-inch infotainment screen.

4. Instant Electric Torque & Virtual Lockers

Traditional internal combustion engines need to rev up to find their power; the Hummer EV’s tri-motor setup (on the 3X trim) provides all 11,500 lb-ft of torque (at the wheels) the moment you touch the pedal.

• Torque Vectoring: With two motors dedicated to the rear, the system can send 100% of the power to a single wheel if the other three lose traction.
• The Benefit: This "virtual locker" system provides millisecond-precise control, making rock crawling feel smooth and effortless rather than a struggle for grip.

5. Terrain Mode & One-Pedal Off-Roading

The Hummer EV simplifies technical driving with a specialized Terrain Mode.

• The Tech: It integrates "One-Pedal Driving" specifically for the trail. When you lift off the accelerator, the regenerative braking acts as a natural brake.

• The Benefit: It allows for incredibly fine control while descending steep grades or crawling over obstacles, meaning you don't have to dance between the gas and brake pedals, reducing the risk of jerky movements that could cause a loss of traction.