xxbckiexx
02-04-2010, 09:38 AM
I've read that it could come out anytime from 2010 to 2012. I'm not a really a fan of Hummers, but if this were to come out into production as-is, or damn near close, I would consider one of these. http://images.ibsrv.net/ibsrv/res/src:my350z.com/get/forum/images/smilies/thumbup2.gif
The vehicle is powered by a 3.6 L SIDI V6 that is E85 FlexFuel capable. A 2.4 L SIDI 4 cylinder option would likely be available as well, making it the very first Hummer with a four-cylinder engine. More compact - 81 inches wide, with a 103-inch wheelbase.
Removable doors – easily removable pins in the exposed hinges allow the doors to be removed quickly – an appreciated feature of many serious off-roaders.
Removable fender flares – attached with quarter-turn quick-release fasteners, the composite fender flares can be quickly removed for additional trail/rock clearance, or if the flare is damaged during off-road driving.
On the exterior, the lightweight theme is evidenced in the appearance of exposed, billet aluminum suspension components that feature CNC-machined lightening relieves, as well as clean, unadorned bodywork and minimal trim. The lightweight theme is taken to its extreme when the roof panels, roof assembly, fender flares and doors are removed.
The air intakes are functional and feed a V-6 engine beneath the hood, while the hood vents are active – they articulate to allow hot underhood air to escape.
And while the headlamps and grille are clearly HUMMER cues, they've evolved on the HX with a "chopped circle" motif. The grille slots and headlamps, as well as elements on the interior, have the appearance of circles or ovals that have been clipped at the top and bottom, creating a unique appearance that speaks to the vehicle's purposeful aesthetic.
The HX's exterior is outfitted with HID headlamps whose focusing rings adjust automatically when they're turned on – much like the lens of an auto-focus SLR-type camera. LED technology is used for the front turn signal lamps and taillamps. Patented Rigid Industries LED lightbars are featured on the Hummer HX.
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-10-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-11-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-12-lg.jpg
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http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-8-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-9-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-Detroit-2008-debut-lg.jpg
The exterior's matte olive color carries over onto the interior's largely sheet metal-covered panels. The color is accented with pressed or extruded aluminum components, such as the handles, switches and other necessary parts.
The instrument panel uses an exposed, extruded aluminum cross-vehicle beam as its foundation. On the beam, the instrument cluster and other vital controls are mounted; and it also features a removal top cover that provides storage capability. The floor is rubberized floor and the instrument panel is covered in a ballistic nylon-material.
The HX's seats are constructed on a lightweight framework with holes, cross braces and triangulations. They are mounted on exposed, aircraft-style tracks and trimmed with a weather-resistant neoprene material.
The HX seats four, with a pair of bucket-type seats in the second row. The rear seats mimic the front seats' design and can be removed to generate more cargo room. All the seats feature a four-point, racing-style safety harness.
The inner seat track on both front seats is located beneath the outer edges of a prominent center console. The console houses a shifter that mounts low and out of the way when the vehicle is parked – also hiding from sight the engine starter button. It has a spring-loaded cover that pops up when the driver is ready to select a gear.
The console also houses a resting place for phones, MP3 player and iPods or iPhones. In fact, there is no conventional radio in the HX, only integrated speakers. Passengers plug in an iPod, or similar device, to a USB connector to play music in the HX.
A three-element gauge cluster – each of the three instrument "pods" carries the cut-off circle design – delivers crucial driver information in either a highway or off-road mode. This conceptual reconfigurable gauge layout uses LCD screens with multiple layouts, including a navigation system. The navigation system features GPS and compass information; and is designed to upload trail information before setting off on an excursion.
The center gauge pod houses a speedometer and tachometer, but changes to a wheel angle indicator when the transmission is in the low position. This off-road mode changeover from the highway mode gives the driver information that is more pertinent to the driver conditions. The trail view of a camera mounted in the rear-view mirror can be displayed on the instrument panel, too.
The off-road mode features of the instrument panel comprise the virtual tools of the HX, while others are mounted for physical use, including a folding shovel, flashlight and first-aid kit. They all carry the "clipped circle" design motif found throughout the vehicle.
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-Interior-1-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-Interior-2-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-Interior-3-lg.jpg
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http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-Interior-5-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-Interior-6-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-Interior-6-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-headlamp-lg.jpg
The HX shares other HUMMER production models' body-on-frame, with mounted front and rear independent suspensions. The front suspension features an electronic-disconnecting stabilizer bar for driving off road, and the rear suspension is located with CNC-machined, billet trailing arms. Heavy-duty shocks with piggyback reservoirs were custom-made for the HX by renowned racing shock manufacturer Fox; one is mounted at each wheel position.
Front: Independent SLA, custom Fox Racing coil-over shocks; 2-in shocks, 2.5-in springs.
Rear: Semi-trailing link, custom Fox Racing coil-over shocks; 2-in shocks, 2.5-in springs.
A full-time 4WD system pulls the HX over, through and around off-road obstacles. It transfers torque to the front and rear axles, each of which is equipped with a locking differential. The torque meets the trail via custom 35-inch-tall off-road Bridgestone Dueler tires that are mounted on a set of custom, 20 x 9 inch bead-lock-style wheels that have a two-tone appearance; dark-painted wheel centers complemented by silver-anodized outer rims.
A complete underbody armor kit, including a front skid plate, powetrain protection and more, protects the HX from wayward rocks and other potentially damaging objects. A power-operated winch is located in the front bumper, and the HX has recovery hooks mounted on the front and rear bumpers, just in case its help is required for wrangling others out of unfortunate off-road situations.
Motivation for the HX comes from an E85 FlexFuel 3.6L SIDI V-6 that is backed by a Hydra-Matic 6L50 six-speed electronically control automatic transmission. The transmission is teamed with the 4WD system to offer exceptional low-speed traction and crawling capability. Brembo 6-piston calipers (front); Brembo 4-piston calipers (rear) Four-wheel-disc brakes provide confident stopping power. If the vehicle ever goes into production, a 2.4L four-cylinder FlexFuel engine along with both a 2.4L and 3.6L straight gasoline engine would be available as well. The new engines may also be used in the next-generation Chevrolet Colorado/GMC Canyon and Hummer H3/H3T, which are due out in 2011.
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-suspension-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-wheel-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/_Hummer-HX-Concept-1-lg.jpg
The vehicle is powered by a 3.6 L SIDI V6 that is E85 FlexFuel capable. A 2.4 L SIDI 4 cylinder option would likely be available as well, making it the very first Hummer with a four-cylinder engine. More compact - 81 inches wide, with a 103-inch wheelbase.
Removable doors – easily removable pins in the exposed hinges allow the doors to be removed quickly – an appreciated feature of many serious off-roaders.
Removable fender flares – attached with quarter-turn quick-release fasteners, the composite fender flares can be quickly removed for additional trail/rock clearance, or if the flare is damaged during off-road driving.
On the exterior, the lightweight theme is evidenced in the appearance of exposed, billet aluminum suspension components that feature CNC-machined lightening relieves, as well as clean, unadorned bodywork and minimal trim. The lightweight theme is taken to its extreme when the roof panels, roof assembly, fender flares and doors are removed.
The air intakes are functional and feed a V-6 engine beneath the hood, while the hood vents are active – they articulate to allow hot underhood air to escape.
And while the headlamps and grille are clearly HUMMER cues, they've evolved on the HX with a "chopped circle" motif. The grille slots and headlamps, as well as elements on the interior, have the appearance of circles or ovals that have been clipped at the top and bottom, creating a unique appearance that speaks to the vehicle's purposeful aesthetic.
The HX's exterior is outfitted with HID headlamps whose focusing rings adjust automatically when they're turned on – much like the lens of an auto-focus SLR-type camera. LED technology is used for the front turn signal lamps and taillamps. Patented Rigid Industries LED lightbars are featured on the Hummer HX.
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-10-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-11-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-12-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-2-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-3-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-4-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-5-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-6-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-7-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-8-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-9-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-Detroit-2008-debut-lg.jpg
The exterior's matte olive color carries over onto the interior's largely sheet metal-covered panels. The color is accented with pressed or extruded aluminum components, such as the handles, switches and other necessary parts.
The instrument panel uses an exposed, extruded aluminum cross-vehicle beam as its foundation. On the beam, the instrument cluster and other vital controls are mounted; and it also features a removal top cover that provides storage capability. The floor is rubberized floor and the instrument panel is covered in a ballistic nylon-material.
The HX's seats are constructed on a lightweight framework with holes, cross braces and triangulations. They are mounted on exposed, aircraft-style tracks and trimmed with a weather-resistant neoprene material.
The HX seats four, with a pair of bucket-type seats in the second row. The rear seats mimic the front seats' design and can be removed to generate more cargo room. All the seats feature a four-point, racing-style safety harness.
The inner seat track on both front seats is located beneath the outer edges of a prominent center console. The console houses a shifter that mounts low and out of the way when the vehicle is parked – also hiding from sight the engine starter button. It has a spring-loaded cover that pops up when the driver is ready to select a gear.
The console also houses a resting place for phones, MP3 player and iPods or iPhones. In fact, there is no conventional radio in the HX, only integrated speakers. Passengers plug in an iPod, or similar device, to a USB connector to play music in the HX.
A three-element gauge cluster – each of the three instrument "pods" carries the cut-off circle design – delivers crucial driver information in either a highway or off-road mode. This conceptual reconfigurable gauge layout uses LCD screens with multiple layouts, including a navigation system. The navigation system features GPS and compass information; and is designed to upload trail information before setting off on an excursion.
The center gauge pod houses a speedometer and tachometer, but changes to a wheel angle indicator when the transmission is in the low position. This off-road mode changeover from the highway mode gives the driver information that is more pertinent to the driver conditions. The trail view of a camera mounted in the rear-view mirror can be displayed on the instrument panel, too.
The off-road mode features of the instrument panel comprise the virtual tools of the HX, while others are mounted for physical use, including a folding shovel, flashlight and first-aid kit. They all carry the "clipped circle" design motif found throughout the vehicle.
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-Interior-1-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-Interior-2-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-Interior-3-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-Interior-4-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-Interior-5-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-Interior-6-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-Interior-6-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-headlamp-lg.jpg
The HX shares other HUMMER production models' body-on-frame, with mounted front and rear independent suspensions. The front suspension features an electronic-disconnecting stabilizer bar for driving off road, and the rear suspension is located with CNC-machined, billet trailing arms. Heavy-duty shocks with piggyback reservoirs were custom-made for the HX by renowned racing shock manufacturer Fox; one is mounted at each wheel position.
Front: Independent SLA, custom Fox Racing coil-over shocks; 2-in shocks, 2.5-in springs.
Rear: Semi-trailing link, custom Fox Racing coil-over shocks; 2-in shocks, 2.5-in springs.
A full-time 4WD system pulls the HX over, through and around off-road obstacles. It transfers torque to the front and rear axles, each of which is equipped with a locking differential. The torque meets the trail via custom 35-inch-tall off-road Bridgestone Dueler tires that are mounted on a set of custom, 20 x 9 inch bead-lock-style wheels that have a two-tone appearance; dark-painted wheel centers complemented by silver-anodized outer rims.
A complete underbody armor kit, including a front skid plate, powetrain protection and more, protects the HX from wayward rocks and other potentially damaging objects. A power-operated winch is located in the front bumper, and the HX has recovery hooks mounted on the front and rear bumpers, just in case its help is required for wrangling others out of unfortunate off-road situations.
Motivation for the HX comes from an E85 FlexFuel 3.6L SIDI V-6 that is backed by a Hydra-Matic 6L50 six-speed electronically control automatic transmission. The transmission is teamed with the 4WD system to offer exceptional low-speed traction and crawling capability. Brembo 6-piston calipers (front); Brembo 4-piston calipers (rear) Four-wheel-disc brakes provide confident stopping power. If the vehicle ever goes into production, a 2.4L four-cylinder FlexFuel engine along with both a 2.4L and 3.6L straight gasoline engine would be available as well. The new engines may also be used in the next-generation Chevrolet Colorado/GMC Canyon and Hummer H3/H3T, which are due out in 2011.
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-suspension-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/Hummer-HX-Concept-wheel-lg.jpg
http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/01/14-hummer-hx-concept/_Hummer-HX-Concept-1-lg.jpg