Yearly Archives: 2009

HUMMER H3T Storm Chaser Visits “Twister” Museum

Even though many experienced storm chasers were consulted before the movie Twister came out in 1996, the film was still heavily criticized for its lack of authenticity. The Vortex 2 fleet made a stop in Wakita, Oklahoma – home of the ‘Twister Museum’ and got a chance to compare some …

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HummerGuy.net Acquires 2009 HUMMER H3 Showcase Vehicle

We’re proud to announce that HummerGuy.net has acquired a 2009 HUMMER H3 that will undergo a series of upgrades and modifications. We decided to get in on the action after keeping up with Four Wheeler Magazine’s “Project Trail Hugger” H3, and put our own spin on a vehicle. We won’t …

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Armored H2 Makes CSI New York Season Finale Cast

HUMMERs make lots of appearances in TV shows – remember the H3 chase through Dallas on Walker Texas Ranger? And while an H2 has a standing role in CSI Miami, CSI New York is has decided to use a unique armored HUMMER H2 in its season finale airing Thursday. The …

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HUMMER Brand Sale Narrows to Two Bidders

Early Monday, General Motors CEO Fritz Henderson updated the media on the overall progress of the company’s restructuring plan, including the race for the HUMMER brand. It was previously indicated that HUMMER had narrowed the field of suitors to three, and Henderson said that they are still in talks with …

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Family Off Road Trip Turns Deadly in Texas

Wheelers everywhere are mourning the loss today of a 7 year old boy who was shot and killed last week while on an off road adventure with his family Northeast of Houston. Donald Coffey Jr. was riding with his 5-year-old sister and family friend while his father drove through an …

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HUMMER H3 Awarded Low Cost of Ownership Score

Cars.com recently compiled data from eight categories to calculate a vehicle’s true cost of ownership, and of the top ten recommended vehicles, the 2009 HUMMER H3 had the fourth lowest cost over five years. Eight categories were measured: depreciation, fees and taxes, financing, insurance, fuel, maintenance, opportunity cost and repairs. …

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HUMMER Decision Delayed Until May

After a GM press conference on Monday yielded few details on sale of HUMMER, we were skeptical that a final decision would be announced by month end as earlier reported. Upon further investigation our suspicions were confirmed. In Monday’s SEC filing, GM said this regarding their progress on HUMMER: “We …

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GM Mum on HUMMER Deal, Axes Pontiac

General Motors President and CEO Fritz Henderson held a media conference this morning to discuss the progress on their viability plan. While HUMMER wasn’t a main focus of the talk, Henderson did reiterate that a sale is likely and that GM is currently considering several offers. When taking questions, Henderson …

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HUMMER to Change Certified Pre-Owned Coverage

If you’ve been thinking of getting a certified pre-owned HUMMER, you may want to think sooner rather than later. After Saturday, the warranty coverage on a certified pre-owned HUMMER or Cadillac purchase will be limited instead of bumper-to-bumper. This move is to bring the coverage in line with other premium …

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HUMMER Celebrates Earth Day

Simply put, there are no other vehicles that embrace Mother Nature’s extreme elements the same way a HUMMER does. Most vehicles try to avoid flooded areas, rocky terrain, and mud pits. HUMMERs and their owners see these as opportunities for fun and adventure – not obstacles to steer clear of. …

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