The modern Hummer is made by General Motors and sold under the GMC brand as the GMC Hummer EV, an all-electric truck and SUV assembled at Factory ZERO in Detroit, Michigan.
The Hummer EV is known for its extreme power output, Crab Walk diagonal driving capability, extract mode air suspension, and a starting weight of approximately 9,000 pounds that makes it one of the heaviest consumer vehicles on sale in the United States.
Hummer is a sub-brand of GMC, which is itself a division of General Motors Company. The GMC Hummer EV was unveiled in October 2020 and first delivered in December 2021, reviving the Hummer nameplate as an all-electric vehicle after GM discontinued the original Hummer brand in 2010.
Knowing who makes Hummer helps buyers understand the corporate structure behind the brand, the history of Hummer through its various ownership eras, and what the current electric version represents.
This article covers the history of Hummer, its current maker, where the Hummer EV is assembled, its current lineup, and how it compares to the Rivian R1T and Ford F-150 Lightning.
So let’s get started.
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Who Currently Makes Hummer?
General Motors makes the current Hummer EV under its GMC brand, which is one of GM’s four main North American divisions alongside Chevrolet, Buick, and Cadillac.
General Motors is a publicly traded American company headquartered in Detroit, Michigan. It is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker GM.
Within GM, the Hummer EV is positioned as a halo product for the GMC brand, demonstrating what the brand can do with electric vehicle technology while serving a buyer who wants maximum capability and presence.
What Is the History of the Hummer Brand?
The original Hummer H1 was the civilian version of the AM General HMMWV (High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle), the military vehicle that served in the Gulf War. AM General began selling a civilian version in 1992 after public interest was sparked by its Desert Storm performance.
General Motors licensed the Hummer name from AM General in 1999 and launched the H2 in 2002 and the smaller H3 in 2005, both designed as GM-built consumer trucks rather than modified military vehicles.
GM discontinued the Hummer brand entirely in 2010 during its bankruptcy restructuring, when a planned sale to a Chinese company fell through. The name lay dormant for over a decade before the EV revival was announced.
Where Is the Hummer EV Made?
The GMC Hummer EV is assembled at Factory ZERO, GM’s flagship electric vehicle manufacturing facility in Detroit and Hamtramck, Michigan.
Factory ZERO is a fully renovated plant that GM invested more than $2.2 billion to transform from a traditional assembly facility into a dedicated EV manufacturing center. It is named for its goal of zero emissions, zero crashes, and zero congestion.
The Hummer EV shares Factory ZERO with the Chevy Silverado EV, GMC Sierra EV, and the Cadillac Celestiq, all of which are assembled at the same Detroit campus.
What Hummer EV Models Are Available?
The GMC Hummer EV is available in two body styles. The Edition 1 and other pickup truck variants are the original Hummer EV form factor. The Hummer EV SUV is a shorter wheelbase variant with five seats and different cargo configuration.
Both variants use GM’s Ultium battery platform, with the top Edition 1 producing up to 1,000 horsepower from three electric motors. The Hummer EV can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in approximately 3 seconds when equipped with the WTF (Watts to Freedom) launch control mode.
Full specs and configurations are available at GMC’s official Hummer EV page. Pricing starts around $82,000 for the base truck and climbs well above $100,000 for the top Edition 1 configuration.
Hummer EV vs Rivian R1T vs Ford F-150 Lightning: Who Makes Each?
All three are full-size or heavy-duty electric pickup trucks but from very different companies. The Hummer EV is made by General Motors under the GMC brand. The Rivian R1T is made by Rivian Automotive, a publicly traded startup headquartered in Irvine, California. The F-150 Lightning is made by Ford Motor Company.
The Hummer EV targets a buyer who wants maximum capability, presence, and technology and does not prioritize efficiency or weight. The Rivian R1T targets adventure-focused buyers who want off-road capability in a more conventionally sized package. The F-150 Lightning targets mainstream truck buyers who want electrification without changing their truck lifestyle.
Of the three, the Hummer EV is the most expensive and the heaviest, while the F-150 Lightning has the highest sales volume due to Ford’s established truck customer base.
What Is Next for Hummer EV?
GM continues to expand the Hummer EV lineup and has been working on improving production volume at Factory ZERO, which initially struggled to meet demand due to supply chain constraints.
The Hummer EV serves as GM’s technology showcase vehicle, with features like the 800V charging architecture and crab walk capability that demonstrate what GM’s Ultium platform can achieve at its performance limits.
A lower-priced Hummer variant has been discussed internally at GM, but no official announcement has been made as of 2026. The current lineup remains positioned as a premium, performance-focused product with high starting prices.
Frequently Asked Questions About Who Makes Hummer
Is Hummer still being made?
Yes. The GMC Hummer EV is currently in production at Factory ZERO in Detroit, Michigan. GM discontinued the original Hummer brand in 2010 but relaunched it in 2021 as an all-electric vehicle under the GMC sub-brand.
Is the Hummer EV made in the USA?
Yes. The GMC Hummer EV is assembled at Factory ZERO in Detroit and Hamtramck, Michigan. It is one of the few electric trucks currently in production that is assembled in the United States.
What happened to the original Hummer?
General Motors discontinued the Hummer brand in 2010 as part of its bankruptcy restructuring. GM attempted to sell Hummer to a Chinese buyer (Sichuan Tengzhong), but that deal was blocked by Chinese regulators. With no buyer and no strategic fit within the restructured GM, the brand was simply discontinued.
How much does a Hummer EV cost?
The GMC Hummer EV starts at approximately $82,000 for the base EV2 pickup configuration. The top Edition 1 with 1,000 horsepower and all features exceeds $115,000. The SUV variant follows a similar pricing structure. All configurations include GM’s full Ultium battery and three-motor drivetrain.
I am Jack Neel, a mechanical engineer, researcher, and writer. I created this website to share my knowledge about different brands and products with you. I research the manufacturers behind the brands and provide you with the information you need to make smart buying decisions.