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GM Confirms Production of HUMMER HT3
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.

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ShredmoShredmo - 10/30/2007 2:00:19 PM
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So, it is a kick ass looking Chevy Colorado. If I were in the market, I'd be holding my breath for the proposed Jeep Wrangler based pick-up. That would be much better.

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theoptimisticpessimisttheoptimisticpessimist - 10/30/2007 2:19:57 PM
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DITTO


CLK63BlackSeriesCLK63BlackSeries - 10/30/2007 3:15:56 PM
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Better than every wannabe H1 out there though, imho. However, they always tend to F up the cars between the time that they concept comes out and the production model. So I will hold my breath until the real deal comes out. Until then, this thing is kick ass!

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r15mohdr15mohd - 10/30/2007 3:17:05 PM
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lol...GM, seriously!!!

failure waiting to happen, if a new pick-up needed to be intorduced, it would be that Holden from the Ozzies...who is in charge of head decisions at GM, a 5yr old tonka enthusiast?

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EnnNorakEnnNorak - 10/31/2007 9:40:38 AM
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I want to know how many Torsen differentials this vehicle will have before I even look at it. Style-wise, GM has a winner; however if it has an el-cheapo 4WD system, forget it! I wonder if Jeep will sue on the grounds that the grille looks too much like a Jeep grille or is this an indication that GM will acquire the Jeep line from the new owners of Chrysler?

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SteveLSteveL - 11/1/2007 2:52:23 PM
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If GM makes the 4x4 as good as Jeep and has a Diesel option then it will be a winner. Anything short of that and this will be a very slow seller

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pnsb24apnsb24a - 11/2/2007 3:49:31 PM
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This is another no brainer flop. There was a time I liked the hummer. But the hummer's time has come and gone. Now when I see one on the road, I just think "there goes another non thinking asshole." GM would do better by increasing the power etc on their soltices (spelling?) and the like

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