Ever wonder why Hummer went under? It's probably not for having to little chrome on the wheels and grille, but it could have something to do with the fact that the rugged-looking H2 was nothing more than a simple old Chevy Tahoe in disguise.
America found out the hard way what Hummer was all about, but because they are half a world apart, the Russians still think the H2 represents the American dream; freedom, exploring the great outdoors, just you and your all-wheel drive V8 motor.
Sadly, the realty is a little different, as this funny Russian video proves. Instead of powering over any obstacle like a beast on wheels, the H2 actually struggles to mount a small block of concrete, basically a glorified curb. Instead of sending the power to the wheel that does the climbing, the Hummer sends it to the back and spins the wheels uselessly.
After a while, the H2 gets tired of trying, digs itself into the snow and remains stuck there. Far from being a go-anywhere vehicle, it becomes a go-nowhere humiliation.
Mihnea's favorite cars have already been built, the so-called modern classics from the '80s and '90s. He also loves local car culture from all over the world, so don't be surprised to see him getting excited about weird Japanese imports, low-rider VWs out of Germany, replicas from Russia or LS swaps down in Florida. Full profile
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