JCW ARCHIVE: Hummer Bummer
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A hilarious throwback clip from The John Clay Wolfe Show dives into the bizarre story of a Hummer H3 that spontaneously combusted on a public road. Uncle Roy shares the chaotic details, including multiple driver calls about smoke and fire, the vehicle burning to the ground, and the lucky escape of the driver nicknamed 'Can't Get Right.' The hosts reminisce about other wild Hummer incidents and debate whether these vehicles are cursed or just high maintenance. The episode blends humor, storytelling, and insider anecdotes about dealing with problematic cars.
We didn't start the fire, but today's Flashback Friday clip is hot to the touch! After having trouble with Hummer H3's in the past, John get the news that the gas guzzling gift just keeps on giving. We don't know who's at fault for the burnt up baby Hummer, so John calls our man in the field, Uncle Roy, to get the low down on what happened. With a driver named "Cant Get Right" behind the wheel I could take a guess, but I'll let them tell it!
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Hummer H3
"But today's clip, we got a Hummer H3 that was bringing the heat before we could even bring it in."
The Hummer H3 is a tough SUV that can drive off-road really well. It is smaller than other Hummers and was made for people who want a strong vehicle but not too big.
The Hummer H3 is a midsize SUV produced by Hummer, known for its off-road capabilities and rugged design. It was the smallest model in the Hummer lineup, offering a more accessible option compared to the larger H1 and H2.
spontaneous combustion
"We had a Hummer like spontaneously combust. Mmm, that sounds like Jesus."
Spontaneous combustion means a fire starts on its own without someone lighting it. In cars, this can happen if something inside gets too hot or breaks.
Spontaneous combustion refers to a fire that starts without an apparent external ignition source, often due to chemical or mechanical failure in a vehicle.
Hummer H1 Hummer
"...went through a guardrail over an embankment off a cliff. That was a H2, H1, H1 Hummer, H3, I'm sorry, the little one, Hummer."
The Hummer H1 is a very big and tough vehicle based on a military truck. It can drive over rough terrain very well.
The Hummer H1 is the original civilian version of the military Humvee, known for its extreme off-road capability and large size. It was produced from 1992 to 2006.
Hummer H2
"...went through a guardrail over an embankment off a cliff. That was a H2, H1, H1 Hummer, H3, I'm sorry, the little one, Hummer."
The Hummer H2 is a big, tough SUV that looks like a military vehicle. It was made to go off-road and is bigger than some other Hummer models.
The Hummer H2 is a large SUV produced by Hummer, known for its rugged, military-inspired design and off-road capabilities. It is larger than the H3 and was produced between 2002 and 2009.
frame damage
"We sent it to get an inspector because they said it had frame damage."
Frame damage means the main structure of the car is bent or broken, which can make the car unsafe to drive.
Frame damage refers to structural harm to a vehicle's chassis, which can compromise safety and drivability. It often requires professional inspection and repair.
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