Walsh says the brand's sales gains are not unique to North America, and that he expects the growth to continue. In fact, since the H2 went on sale in 2002 the brand has experienced a 300-percent sales increase around the globe. Walsh noted that the plan is to expand the HUMMER portfolio with new models that maintain the brand's iconic design and superior off-road capabilities.

2006 Global Sales

Through August of this year, HUMMER's total global sales grew by 62.6 percent. H3 comprised the majority of that volume, with a 177 percent sales jump compared to the first eight months of 2005. In Europe, where the H3 went on sale in the summer of 2005, that vehicle's sales were up more than 200 percent. And, in HUMMER markets within the Latin America, Africa and Middle East region, the brand saw an increase of more than 450 percent overall.

HUMMER's reach into global markets will expand further with the addition of H3 production in Port Elizabeth, South Africa today. Until recently, the H3 was built only in General Motors' Shreveport, La. plant. South Africa-built H3's will be sold in that country and will also be exported to markets in Europe and the Middle East. Next year, the Port Elizabeth facility will begin shipping to Asia Pacific as well. Initially, the vehicles built in South Africa will be exclusively left-hand drive - but a right-hand drive version will be available next year. HUMMER vehicles are now sold in 33 countries with further global expansion on the horizon. 

In Oman, OTE Group exclusively sells General Motors (Chevrolet, Cadillac, Hummer range of) vehicles in the Sultanate.  With the nationwide network of showrooms and service centres,OTE ensures that GM customers are never far from getting a large range and quality after sales service.  This has led to more and more customers joining the GM family in Oman