The workhorse HMMWV was very prominent in the U. S. military action
in Panama in 1989-90, and even more so in Operation Desert Storm in
1991, where some 20,000 HMMWVs won high praise from the troops who used
them.
In April, 1992, the Renco Group, Inc. of New York City purchased AM
General Corporation from LTV.
In 1992, AM General began production of versions of the HMMWV ®, called
the Hummer ® for civilian use. An international network of dealers
provides sales and service for civilian owners. Known as "the world’s
most serious 4x4," the revolutionary vehicle has found favor with
commercial users who appreciate the value of Hummer ®’s long
life and amazing performance, and individuals who seek the ultimate
in toughness and mobility.
In 1994, AM General began work under a new multi-year contract, to
rebuild and modernize vehicles from the U. S. Army’s huge fleet
of 2 1/2-ton cargo trucks. That highly successful program was completed
in April 1999, after providing the Army 5,484 very cost-effective "new" M35A3 2 1/2-ton trucks.
AM General also provides parts and training support for all its products,
and its Engineering and Product Development Center provides systems
technical support for several military vehicle systems in addition to
the HMMWV.
During eight decades of growth, AM General has established a reputation
as the world leader in the design, engineering and production of military
and special purpose vehicles.
