GMC has received more orders than it can handle for its 9,000-pound, do-everything Hummer EV. The company has stopped taking orders for both the pickup and SUV versions of the all-electric off-roader while it tries to catch up on building the ones it’s already sold.
A GMC spokesperson says that demand “has led to over 90,000 reservations for both pickup and SUV, and we’re excited to say this incredible demand has led to Hummer EV reservations being fully booked at this time.”
A visit to the GMC website shows that interested shoppers can still sign up to receive updates on availability. But they can’t place deposits.
There’s no word on how long it could take to fill the backlog. The Detroit Free Press reports, “In March, GMC said anyone who had a reservation would likely take delivery of their Hummer in early 2024” due to order volume.
The company went on to accept orders for another six months.
The Hummer is one of several electric trucks to hit the market this year. But it has little in common with the Ford F-150 Lightning and Rivian R1T, both of which resemble conventional pickups. The Hummer has a smaller bed than other GM full-size trucks and a cabin that leans toward luxury.
It’s stunningly capable off-road, with its unique “crab walk” 4-wheel steering and up to 18 available cameras. They include angles that show what’s under the truck, allowing drivers to negotiate nearly any trail situation.
But it’s pricey – when GMC shut down reservations, the Hummer started at nearly $87,000, with some versions costing north of $112,000. We have no idea whether those prices will return when reservations return, which could be two years away.
