GM Launches Hummer King Crab Mode

GMC is adding another weapon to the Hummer EV's arsenal with the launch of King Crab mode. No, this isn't a seafood recipe reserved for owners, but rather an evolution of the rear-steering system designed to push the limits of off-road maneuverability.

Starting this fall, the new feature will be offered to all owners of 2022-to-2025 models, either via a software update performed at the dealership (for 2022-2023 model-years) or directly over-the-air (OTA) for 2024 and 2025 versions.

One step further than CrabWalk
King Crab mode is inspired by CrabWalk, which allows the vehicle to move diagonally by synchronizing the front and rear wheels at an angle of up to 10 degrees. Here, GMC is taking the concept further.

The rear steering becomes more responsive: the rear wheels can pivot at a greater angle (still to be disclosed at this time) and react more quickly than the front ones. The result? A behemoth of over 4.5 meters (14.7+ ft) capable of squeezing into tight spaces or maneuvering with surprising precision, even on the most hostile terrain.

This mode is designed for very low speeds – it can be activated below 2 km/h or 1.2 mph) - and remains available up to nearly 40 km/h (25 mph) before automatically disengaging. This operating range makes it a tool of choice for clearing obstacles, manoeuvring between rocks or handling a tight turn on a forest trail, where path width can sometimes be an issue for vehicles of this size.

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