Introducing The 2010 Hummer

2009-11-22T02:43:00.000-08:00

2010 Hummer H2/H2 SUT: If the Tengzhong deal goes through, production of the H2 is expected to resume during the first quarter of 2010. Last year, the standard 6.2-liter V8 became compatible with E85 fuel, a token green-friendly measure that has been gaining a little traction thanks to similar moves by such paragons of environmental friendliness as Bentley. Captain's chairs for the second-row seats became available at the same time.
2010 Hummer H3: For 2010, the H3 Alpha's 5.3-liter V8 comes with variable valve timing and also is compatible with E85 fuel. This 300-horsepower power plant is what you want if your idea of driving a Hummer is cruising down the freeway while towing a boat, but if you're in tune with Hummer's dirt-bashing heritage, then you want the H3 with its 239-hp 3.7-liter inline-5. Though the H3 started life as a harmless Chevy Colorado pickup, the chassis and drivetrain enhancements made by Hummer have made the H3 better in the dirt than any Jeep Grand Cherokee and nearly as good as a Jeep Wrangler. There are three new exterior colors for the 2010 Hummer H3: Canyon Metallic, Silvertone Metallic and Red Rock Metallic.
2010 Hummer H3T: All-new for 2009, the Hummer H3T is the pickup version of the H3, an idea that seemed really snappy when it was introduced as a concept vehicle in 2004. Now that the idea of a pickup truck as anything other as a work truck seems problematic, the H3T's sales potential seems problematic. And you have to say that the addition of a 5-foot cargo bed on a wheelbase that's been stretched 22.3 inches makes the H3T a little problematic as a rock-crawler like the Jeep Wrangler. But if you choose the H3T Alpha with its 5.3-liter V8 (now E85 fuel-friendly!), then this truck occupies the same space as the recently introduced Ford F-150 SVT Raptor.

SUVs

2009-06-15T19:10:00.000-07:00

Compact Suvs of 2009 comes with pretty much the same style, looks and comfort. I have sighted my personal favorites in this blog ( Toyota RAV4, Jeep Wrangler, Ford Escape, Hyundai Tucson, Nissan Rouge, and Honda CRV). What do you do if you need cargo space, people space, and utility, but don't crave the size or the fuel economy of traditional, large SUVs? Compact SUVs are a great answer. Their blend of SUV attributes, combined with the operating costs of a small car, can satisfy the needs of many, with few sacrifices.

Premium compact SUVs have been met with critical success. In fact, demand for compact crossovers has become so strong that just about every premium brand is rushing into the segment. During the next two years, this class will grow considerably to include competition from Cadillac and Mercedes-Benz--to name just two luxury brands readying class competitors.
Your choice of midsize SUV should meet your cargo needs. Check the rear seating and cargo arrangement. All midsize SUVs have rear seats that fold. Some fold into the floor, creating a flat surface convenient for loading large items. Other SUVs have rear seats that fold unevenly, making it difficult to load longer cargo. Also check the tailgate. Some tailgates have opening rear glass that makes it easier to load items such as groceries. Some have power opening tailgates. And some tailgates are actually cargo doors that open toward the curb, which can be a hassle for city dwellers.

Premium midsize SUVs are available with six- or eight-cylinder engines. Five-passenger seating is the norm, but some premium midsize SUVs offer a third row that expands seating capacity to seven or eight. They tend to ride high and present a sophisticated, elegant appearance inside and out. Typical tradeoffs are high prices and mediocre fuel mileage.

Besides brawny styling, large SUVs derive much of their engineering from workhorse large pickup trucks. This means plenty of available power, even if the vehicle is loaded with passengers, cargo, and a trailer. They can also tackle tough terrain when asked (and properly equipped).

Regardless of their roots, most premium large SUVs use traditional, truck-type, body-on-frame construction. That allows these vehicles to have robust, trailer-towing abilities in addition to ample room for people and cargo. Thanks to sophisticated all-wheel-drive and 4-wheel-drive systems, many can also traverse terrain that doesn't include asphalt and concrete.

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Introducing The 2010 Hummer

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