Is the Hummer Being Sold to a Chinese Company? The Latest Move by GM

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General Motors has made a significant move towards downsizing by tentatively agreeing to sell its Hummer brand to Sichuan Tengzhong Heavy Industrial Machinery Co. from China, while also exploring potential buyers for its Saturn and Saab brands. The discussion highlights the irony of Hummers being produced from recycled materials like old refrigerators and cars, raising questions about the quality of the steel used in manufacturing. There are concerns about the implications of this deal, including the possibility of Hummers being utilized for military purposes by the Chinese Army. Despite the brand's military origins, it is noted that the civilian version is not directly manufactured by GM. The conversation also touches on the cultural significance of vehicles in China, with Buicks being a popular status symbol. The overall sentiment reflects a broader commentary on the changing automotive landscape and the implications of foreign ownership in the U.S. auto industry.
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Moonbear said:
They have their use. It's a quick way for us women to quickly determine which men are definitely jerks with small...um...feet. :rolleyes: Really, I see someone driving a Hummer and immediately think "a-hole."

Ahem. I have feet of clay.

You've haven't seen the TV ad involving Miss Meek, showing up at the Hummer II dealer after encountering aggressive women-of-the-road. Hummers are for slim boned, unaggressive women, looking for Muscle Power, donch-ya know.