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- Founded: 1995
- Parent company: General Motors
- First developed as the military Humvee in 1979GMHummer.com: Hummer History
- Worldwide rights to the Hummer brand sold to General Motors in 1999GMHummer.com: Hummer History
- Manufacturing headquarters: South Bend, Indiana
- Slogan: "Hummer. Like nothing else."
- On June 2, 2009, it was reported that the Hummer brand had been sold to the Sichuan Tengzhong Heavy Industrial Machinery Company Ltd http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-gm...
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Hummer is brand of SUV that was owned by General Motors. The original Hummer design is based on the U.S. military's High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (Humvee).
On June 1, 2009, following the bankruptcy of General Motors, GM announced that the Hummer brand was going to be discontinued. The following day, it was reported that GM had instead sold the brand to the Sichuan Tengzhong Heavy Industrial Machinery Company Ltd. in China.The New York Times: Chinese Company Said to Be Buyer of Hummer (June 2, 2009)
Timeline
- 1992: Hummers began being soldGMHummer.com: Hummer History
- 1999: AM General sold the name rights to General Motors
- October 10, 2006: Hummer H3 produced in the Port Elizabeth plant in South AfricaSouth Africa Info: Hummer SA starts rolling
- June 1, 2009: GM files bankruptcy
- June 2, 2009: GM reportedly sold to company in China
Criticisms of Hummers
- Poor fuel economyMotor Trend: Road Test: 2003 Hummer H2
- Lack of safety features like child safety locks, child safety tethers and side air bagsHummer Guy: Hummer H3s Now Standard with Child Safety Locks (February 8, 2007) Hummer Guy: GM builds 33 million dollar test center
- Size causes issues with parking and drivingPittsburgh Post Gazette: Smallest Hummer still has size issues (May 10, 2008)
- Safety and ecology: Considered less ecologically friendlyAutoBlogGreen: Is a Hummer Greener Than a Prius? (July 21, 2006)
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Hummer Blogs
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Hummer Dimensions | Dimensions Guide
Derived from a military vehicle, the Hummer has become a trendy off road vehicle. Discover the specifications of the various Hummer vehicles and how the vehicle evolved. Assess the dimensions of the Hummer and its perti... (December 20, 2009)dimensionsguide.com -
NYC Snowstorm Reeks Havoc on Stretch Hummer Limos « I Spy NYC
“It's an utter disgrace,” said Tommy Perlman, a New Yorker whose stretch Hummer limo was forced to park 8 inches from the curb at Rolf's Bar and Restaurant on Sunday. “And I don't mean 'utter' like a cow's udders. ... (December 20, 2009)ispynyc.wordpress.com -
4x4 Hummer | SKIDROW | 2009 - DDLhere
4x4 Hummer | SKIDROW | 2009 Info: 4?4 Hummer [2009] | PC Game | Genre: Off Road Racer Developer: Avalon Style Entertainment | Publisher: Aspyr | (December 20, 2009)ddlhere.com -
Hummer Car Models « Popular Cars
New Ferrari Car Models · Maserati Granturismo Releases · Mazda RX8 Gallery · Lamborghini Gallardo Car Models · 2011 Audi A8 · Amazing Red Ferrari F430 · Chevrolet Corvette · Hummer Car Models · Shelby Cobra History · 2009 Ferrari Car... (December 13, 2009)wta2008.org
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Hummer Questions
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What can China possibly gain from purchasing Hummer? 1 AnswerDon't forget the Hummer's origins during the first Gulf War. It was considered to be about halfway between the Jeep and the tank. When it was first sold to th... read more -
How does a Hummer compare to a hybrid Hummer in terms of performance and torque? 1 AnswerThe 3.7-liter gasoline engine in the stock 2009 Hummer H3 produces 239 horsepower (178 kW) and 241 pound-feet (327 N-m) of torque. The hybrid H3 by Raser Techn... read more -
Did everyone read that a company in china bought the GM? 1 AnswerOn June 2, 2009, GM sold its Hummer brand to China's Sichuan Tengzhong Heavy Industrial Machinery Co. Ltd. The SUV's sales had severely declined due to environm... read more
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Hummer on Amazon
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Hummer H3-Black Chrome ABS Snap Caps - $11.99
TVG Motoring Essentials offers high quality License Plate Screw covers. Logo Snap CapsAmazon
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Hummer By Riviera For Men. Eau De Toilette Spray 4.2 Ounces - $55.00
Adventure, Exciting And Masculine, Hummer Is For Any Rugged Man. This Manly Scent Possesses A Blend Of Cardamom, Thyme, Tonka Bean, Leather, Amber And Sandalwood. An Invigorating, ...Amazon
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Hummer Automatic Atomic Clock - $49.99
This new multifuction Hummer Atomic Clock automatically sysnchronises time using the automic clock in the US, Japan and the EC. Also displays indoor temperature and time of major c...Amazon
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Tracksters 2003 Hummer H2 - $14.99
From the Manufacturer 2003 Hummer H2 collectible licensed die-cast vehicle combines a real-world toy with a fun, educational and safe multiplayer online game experience that is sur...Amazon
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C-IN2 Men's Bamboo Hummer Tank, Black, Medium - $25.00
Ultra-soft natural stretch bamboo/cotton constructionNaturally antimicrobial and deodorizingMicro-perforations allow ventilation without being see-thr...Amazon
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Hummer by Hummer: Adventure, exciting and masculine, Hummer is for any rugged man. This manly scent possesses a.. http://bit.ly/5zZwSU
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http://buyswatch.com NEW TECHNOMARINE HUMMER SWISS CHRONOGRAPH LEATHER WATCH: US $11.61 (3 Bids) End Date: Wednesda... http://bit.ly/6GklH4
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Jammer dat mijn Dacia Logan MPV (Roemeense Hummer) geen problemen had, ik wil ook *gratis* winterbanden en sneeuwkettingen ;-)
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