2023 GMC Hummer EV Pickup: It's Electrifying!
General Motors sponsored our multicultural car collective Femme Drive to fly, lodge, and attend the Made in America Fest in Philadelphia, PA to get a closer look at the 2023 GMC Hummer EV. All opinions are 100% my own.
Femme Drive in the world’s first all-electric super truck: the 2023 Hummer EV Pickup. | Photo Credit: Liana Torres.
General Motors EVerybody In has a big goal: “Building today for a safe and more sustainable tomorrow with zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion.” How do we get there?
Femme Drive ready to explore the General Motors Zone Zero at the Made in America Fest. | Photo Credit: Lillie Morales-Torres.
EV Equality for All.
We are better together, and GM is representing underrepresented communities through art, music, culture, sustainability, and education. Through GM’s all-electric future and aspiration to be the most inclusive company in the world, they’ve got an entire EV lineup and Ultium Charge 360 set out to do just that.
The Made in America Fest, created by Jay-Z in 2012, is one of the most culturally diverse festivals and this aligns with GM’s vision to educate diverse communities to feel confident and not feel hesitant towards an EV lifestyle.
Made in America Fest 2022 from the General Motors Ultium Lounge.
The Power of Community
Community is where the heart is, and GM’s connected to the pulse of EV, technology, music, and art. GM commissioned multicultural artists grounded in art, sustainability, and community involvement. There are many pathways to success and GM at MIA Fest created a wonderful platform to show off a variety of talent and inspiration.
Here are the artists and their vehicle hood art:
The artwork went up for auction to benefit nonprofit organizations EVNoire, which provides electrification education to diverse communities; and Accessible Festivals, which ensures festivals are fully accessible for people of all abilities.
Sustainability within their marketing, activations, and products, General Motors is setting the tone for what a brand should be doing— and they’re doing just that. | Photo Credit: Liana Torres
EVerybody In
GM’s media partners, media, and programs create a pipeline for creators like our multicultural automotive women’s collective, Femme Drive, to be included in the conversation. GM’s commitment is authentic and empowering for all to enjoy the benefits of an all-electric vehicle and lifestyle. With charging stations abound (and more coming,) the EV lifestyle is more accessible than ever.
I’ve always loved the Hummer, and it’s cool to see its evolution into this new EV. I’m ready for adventure with the 2023 Hummer EV Pickup! | Photo Credit: Liana Torres
Hummer Fans, Rejoice!
At the GM Zone Zero, I got the chance to see the all-new 2023 GMC Hummer EV Pickup. This Hummer was designed to give people an EV without precedent or limitations. It’s extremely capable to GM’s high standards with on-and-off-road performance and comes with a 24-module Ultium battery pack that offers a GM-estimated 329 mile range.
Inside the world’s first all-electric super truck:
Charging
There are only a handful of EVs that currently use this DC Fast Charging 350kW/800V. It is one of the fastest charging architectures out there, too. It reduces the wait time between charging when in public and gives you that quick charge you’re looking for when on the go. In 10 minutes, you can get up to 100 miles of range with the 2023 GMC Hummer EV Edition 1 Pickup.
At home, you can charge with Level 1 or 2 Charging as well. A full charge range is perfect for one of our day trips in Texas! I am electrified to plan the next road trip based on that alone. With more charging stations popping up, it’s easy to plan ahead with less concern around a lack of charging.
Charge at home with the Ultium Charge 360.
Performance
With 1,000 horsepower, 11,500 lb-ft wheel torque, 1,200 lb-ft motor torque, and three-motor torque vectoring with Watts To Freedom enabling 0-60 mph in approx. 3 seconds, it’s safe to say there’s a lot of power in this stylishly capable all-electric super truck.
Off-Road Capability
I didn’t get a chance to drive it yet, but based on the list of off-roading capabilities, and my previous experience with GM vehicles, I am looking forward to hitting the trails and looking up at a starry night in the 2023 GMC Hummer EV Pickup! This EV gives you the sense of adventure without sacrificing any of the thrill. Have no fear, off-roaders.
From its segment-exclusive 4-Wheel-Steer with CrabWalk and adaptive air suspension with extract mode to give you nearly 16 inches of ground clearance, you can conquer just about anything along your way. We encounter a lot of water in Texas, and the 32 inches of water fording would definitely help when in the great outdoors.
And yes, you can maneuver the rocky terrain without worrying about damaging everything underneath. There are 5 skid plates and rock slides for whatever you encounter. Worry more about enjoying your time on and off the road.
Ever wonder what’s inside? Here’s a peek. | Photo Credit: Liana Torres
Technology
I loved the Super Cruise when I drove the 2022 Cadillac Escalade, and let me tell you: this is a game changer. It has automatic lane change on over 200,000 miles of enabled roads, and I cannot imagine how seamless it’ll be to do the same in the 2023 GMC Hummer EV Pickup! Give your leg a rest, keep your eyes on the road, and enjoy the comforts of safety and security.
Want to see all around the vehicle? UltraVision has 18 camera views and even an underbody camera. That gives this super truck quite the advantage when on and off-road.
The infotainment screen is the perfect size at 13.4” with a handy 12.3” driver information display, too. The user experience is powered by Unreal Engine as well. I appreciate the display size and functionality, so you feel connected, informed, and aware of where you’re going while handling life’s extras along the way. (And the metallic aesthetics?! It’s giving “drive me now” vibes.)
Whether it’s for work or play, or both, you’ll be charged up and ready to go. | Photo Credit: Liana Torres
Design and Utility
Remember that starry night bucket list item above here? Yeah, you can truly have it all. The 2023 GMC Hummer EV Pickup has an infinity roof with removable transparent Sky Panels. (It makes for an iconic group photo setup, too.)
Born and raised in Miami, I live for taking those panels off. Of course we need those open-air immersive experiences with our windows. And with nothing less than jawdropping feels, the power real drop glass offering turns heads and feels very premium.
The power eTrunk is in front and stores where the Hummer EV gets its power. If we’ve got business in the front, there’s a party in the back with the six-way MultiPro tailgate.
Ready for the Triple Zero Future
Zero crashes.
Zero emissions.
Zero congestion.
If you’re loving the 2023 GMC Hummer EV Pickup as much as I am, here are some quick details to note if you want to purchase your own:
Edition 1 begins at $110,295. There is an extremely limited waitlist only. All reservations for future models/trims can be placed at GMC.com.
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