CONFIRMED: HUMMER H3T coming Q3 2008

[jetsetter]

GM confirmed today that the HUMMER H3T pickup truck will arrive at dealer lots sometime during Q3 of 2008. To prepare for the newest expansion of HUMMER's model lineup, the General is investing $73 million in the Shreveport, LA assembly facility where the H3T will be built. In the press release included after the jump, GM was mum on specifics related to the H3T, saying only that it will be positioned between its current mid- and full-size truck offerings. The photo above depicts the 2003 H3T Concept, but based on the spy shots that have surfaced over the last year, look for the the production vehicle to adopt a crew cab 4-door configuration. We expect to see both the standard-issue I5 and the H3 Alpha's 5.3L V8 available underhood.

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PRESS RELEASE:
GM Investing $73 Million in Shreveport, La. Truck Plant for Production of HUMMER HT3

SHREVEPORT, La. – General Motors today confirmed that it will invest approximately $73 million into its Shreveport, La. truck assembly plant to prepare the plant for production of the all-new HUMMER H3T.

"GM's $73-million investment in Shreveport is further proof that the community remains an important part of GM's manufacturing plan," said Troy Clarke, GM Group Vice President and GM North America President. "The H3T is unique for HUMMER because it is the brand's first true pickup. Like every HUMMER model, the H3T delivers capabilities unparalleled in the marketplace and will carve out a new niche in the truck market. I'm happy to say that the men and women of Shreveport will be a big part of this new growth."

Cal Rapson, UAW vice president and director of the GM Department, also voiced strong support for the project.

"This investment is a testament to the members of UAW Local 2166 for their hard work and commitment to build high quality products," Rapson said. "UAW members at the Shreveport plant are an important part of the team that is bringing this exciting new GM vehicle to the market."

Larger than a midsize truck, smaller than a full-size, the H3T delivers attitude, versatility and capability. And more important, with a fully functional truck bed and one of the industry's broadest range of personalization accessories, the H3T provides a new level of lifestyle functionality to the HUMMER portfolio and will draw new customers into the brand. The H3T is scheduled to arrive in dealerships by third quarter 2008.

"I am delighted that GM has once again chosen to increase investments in Louisiana by expanding operations in Shreveport," Governor Blanco said. "Louisiana looks to partner with companies interested in doing business in our state who will not only positively impact the region's economy with their activity, but will also provide quality jobs with good benefits to our workers. Thank you for helping us move Louisiana forward."

In the last several years, GM has invested approximately $1.5 billion in the Shreveport facility. This investment along with the plant's annual payroll of $160 million and annual taxes of $4.5 million, demonstrates that GM will continue to be an economic force in the local community and state of Louisiana for years to come.

Shreveport Assembly has built trucks since 1981, beginning with the Chevy S-10. The plant presently produces the HUMMER H3 and Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon mid-size pickup trucks. Shreveport Assembly employs approximately 2,100 employees.

General Motors Corp. (NYSE: GM), the world's largest automaker, has been the annual global industry sales leader for 76 years. Founded in 1908, GM today employs about 280,000 people around the world. With global headquarters in Detroit, GM manufactures its cars and trucks in 33 countries. In 2006, nearly 9.1 million GM cars and trucks were sold globally under the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, HUMMER, Opel, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn and Vauxhall. GM's OnStar subsidiary is the industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information services. More information on GM can be found at www.gm.com.

http://www.autoblog.com/2007/10/30/h...oming-q3-2008/

Sweet. I hope they offer it in a standard cab configuration like the concept though.

[Prost264]

I'm not a fan of Hummer, but that concept looks pretty cool.

[Vette Boss]

[nist7]

Another must-have accessory for the suburbanites come late 2008. Families will be competing to see who has the best H collection (1, 2, 3, 4?). And besides, the kids will love a life-sized hot wheels model!

I'll take a real truck, thanks.

[jetsetter]

Originally Posted by nist7

Another must-have accessory for the suburbanites come late 2008. Families will be competing to see who has the best H collection (1, 2, 3, 4?). And besides, the kids will love a life-sized hot wheels model!

I'll take a real truck, thanks.

How is it not a truck? It is basically a more capable offroad version of the Colorado pickup.

[YF19pilot]

Originally Posted by jetsetter

How is it not a truck? It is basically a more capable offroad version of the Colorado pickup.

Yeah, but I prefer the Colorado's looks. Interesting though...

[avanti]

I love it!

[TomCat]

I always liked this concept. I hope the little bed doors, from the old military Humvee trucks, somehow make it into production.



And what ever happened to the turbo diesel engines that they were thinking of putting into the H3?

[transtek]

"Look, son, daddy's got a Tonka Toy too!!"

[JipJopJones]

Originally Posted by jetsetter

How is it not a truck? It is basically a more capable offroad version of the Colorado pickup.

This is true, however I think I'd rather buy a colorado and then spend all the money left over from the H3T lifting my Colorado.

[Mopar Man]

I'd rather have on of these;



Jeep Gladiator

[nist7]

Originally Posted by Mopar Man

I'd rather have on of these;



Jeep Gladiator

Jeep Wrangler JT > Hummer H3T

The Jeep will "pwn" the Hummer off-road and on-road (cool points vs wanker points)

http://www.autoblog.com/2007/05/22/j...s-no-show-car/

[jetsetter]

The Jeep will "pwn" the Hummer off-road and on-road (cool points vs wanker points)

I don't know, the H3 performs fairly well offroad.

http://www.muresan.com/Drummond_movie/Movie.html

[zenkidori]

I want that fucking jeep, RIGHT NOW!!!

[bartboy9891]

Originally Posted by jetsetter

I don't know, the H3 performs fairly well offroad.

http://www.muresan.com/Drummond_movie/Movie.html

But as good as the Jeep will?

[jetsetter]

Originally Posted by bartboy9891

But as good as the Jeep will?

Don't know. We are not even sure the Jeep truck will be built.

[nist7]

Originally Posted by jetsetter

I don't know, the H3 performs fairly well offroad.

http://www.muresan.com/Drummond_movie/Movie.html

Awesome videography and music! Thanks for the link, jetsetter 8)

The H3 did quite well. Looks like the H3s are more than just the latest fashion trend for the suburbanites.

[bartboy9891]

Originally Posted by jetsetter

Don't know. We are not even sure the Jeep truck will be built.

That's true, but this H3 will have to be damn good if they hope to sell any.

[pfrocker]

Originally Posted by Mopar Man

I'd rather have on of these;



Jeep Gladiator

Why haven't they made that to production?

[nist7]

Originally Posted by bartboy9891

That's true, but this H3 will have to be damn good if they hope to sell any.

hmm.

Hummers have been the trendy status/fashion symbol for many middle and upper-middle class families. Their off-roading capabilities are probably underrated simply because so many of them are riding on large spinners and million-watt audio systems.

There will definitely be those who take the H3T off-roading, but they will be few and far between. It should be interesting to poll Humm