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GM Defense unveiled cutting-edge military innovation technologies, including an unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) concept based on the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD and a expeditionary energy storage system (ESS), at the annual meeting and exhibition of the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) held in Washington, D.C.
This announcement is cited as an example of GM leveraging its global engineering infrastructure and supply chain for military equipment development, representing a combination of GM’s capabilities with the modern defense environment.
The most eye-catching UGV concept, built on the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD skateboard platform, is designed to perform missions such as covert logistics transport and casualty evacuation without a driver, and functional testing is scheduled for 2027. Alongside this, the company showcased the EPIQ HYBE lead prototype ESS, which combines 60kW output with 100kWh energy capacity, presenting a solution that can supply stable power while minimizing heat and noise in demanding operational environments.
In addition, the performance of the Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV) program, which is being deployed to 39 maneuver brigades as the U.S. Army significantly expanded its order volume from an initial 649 units to a massive 12,000 units, also stood out. The ISV-U utility prototype, developed with in-house funds reflecting field feedback, is expected to be a key asset for filling operational gaps in the military. Furthermore, GM Defense is solidifying its position in the global defense market through initiatives such as supplying PAC-3 missile components to Lockheed Martin, strategically expanding its UK subsidiary, and proposing projects for light maneuver vehicles (LMV).
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