GMC Hummer EV SUV

First Things First — This Thing Is MASSIVE

You guys, I need to prepare you: the Hummer EV SUV is enormous. It weighs about 9,000 pounds — yes, NINE THOUSAND POUNDS. It's wider than most vehicles on the road. It has a presence that is genuinely intimidating. When you're driving it, you feel like you're piloting a tank.

But here's the thing — it doesn't drive like a tank. Thanks to the electric powertrain and sophisticated air suspension, it's surprisingly smooth and refined on the highway. The instant torque makes merging and passing effortless. And the interior is genuinely comfortable and well-appointed. GMC didn't just make a big vehicle; they made a big vehicle that's actually nice to live with.

CrabWalk — The Coolest Feature in Any Vehicle

Let's talk about the feature everyone asks about: CrabWalk. The Hummer EV has four-wheel steering, and in CrabWalk mode, the rear wheels turn up to 10 degrees in the same direction as the front wheels. This allows the entire vehicle to move DIAGONALLY.

I know, it sounds like a gimmick. But it's actually incredibly useful. Parallel parking a vehicle this massive? CrabWalk makes it easy. Maneuvering through a tight parking lot? No problem. Navigating around obstacles off-road? CrabWalk to the rescue. And honestly, every time I demonstrate it to someone, they lose their mind. It's the most crowd-pleasing feature I've ever shown off in any vehicle.

The four-wheel steering also helps with normal driving — at higher speeds, the rear wheels turn in the opposite direction of the fronts, which tightens the turning radius and improves stability. For a vehicle this big, it makes a world of difference.

Performance — Watts to Freedom

GMC gave the Hummer EV a launch mode called "Watts to Freedom" (WTF) and honestly, the name is perfect because that's exactly what you say when you use it.

Here's what happens: you activate WTF mode, hold the brake, floor the accelerator, and the vehicle lowers itself, pre-conditions the battery, and displays a launch countdown on the screen. Release the brake and all 830 horsepower and 11,500 lb-ft of torque hit you at once. 0-60 in about 3.5 seconds — in a 9,000 pound vehicle. It's absolutely insane.

• Horsepower: Up to 830 HP (three motors, Edition 1 / EV3X)
• Torque: 11,500 lb-ft of wheel torque
• 0-60: ~3.5 seconds with Watts to Freedom
• Range: Up to ~314 miles EPA estimated
• Charging: 800V architecture, up to 350 kW DC fast charging (~100 miles in 12 min)
• Weight: ~9,000 lbs

Family Road Tripping & OnStar

Here's something people don't expect: the Hummer EV SUV is actually an amazing family road trip vehicle. I've taken it on multiple road trips and the experience is fantastic.

The cabin is spacious — five seats with tons of legroom and headroom. The Infinity Roof has removable transparent Sky Panels that give you an open-air experience without the downsides of a full convertible. The kids absolutely love it. The 13.4-inch infotainment screen runs Google Built-In with Google Maps, Google Assistant, and the Google Play Store, so entertainment options are endless.

And then there's OnStar. For family road trips, OnStar is genuinely reassuring:

• Automatic Crash Response: If the airbags deploy, OnStar automatically contacts emergency services
• Roadside Assistance: One-button help for breakdowns, flat tires, lockouts
• Vehicle Tracking: Know where the vehicle is at all times via the myGMC app
• Wi-Fi Hotspot: Built-in 4G LTE hotspot keeps everyone connected
• Turn-by-Turn Navigation: Guidance sent directly to the vehicle

When you're driving your family in a vehicle this big, you want to know help is one button away. OnStar delivers that peace of mind.

Off-Road & Extract Mode

The Hummer EV wasn't built just for the highway — it's a serious off-road machine. Available off-road packages include underbody armor, rock sliders, and off-road-rated tires. The adaptive air suspension can raise the vehicle for extra ground clearance.

Extract Mode is the wildest feature: it raises the suspension by approximately 6 inches above normal ride height, giving you insane ground clearance to get over obstacles or, as the name implies, extract yourself from a tough situation. Driving over deep sand, rocks, or through water crossings becomes totally doable.

Combined with CrabWalk for diagonal maneuvering, the Hummer EV SUV can go places that would stop most other vehicles cold. It's legitimately capable off-road, not just a mall crawler.

Should You Buy One?

The Hummer EV SUV is not a sensible purchase. It's not the most efficient EV. It's not the most range. It's not the easiest to park. But it IS the most fun, the most extreme, and the most unforgettable electric SUV you can buy.

If you want a vehicle that makes a statement, that can handle off-road adventures AND highway road trips, that has the coolest party trick (CrabWalk) and the most insane launch mode (WTF) — the Hummer EV SUV delivers in every way. I've featured it multiple times because it never stops being impressive.

For families who love road trips and adventures, the OnStar integration and massive safety presence make it surprisingly practical despite its extreme nature. Just make sure you have a big enough garage. 😄