Many Americans want to do their part and switch to alternative fuel vehicles, but are worried that they may not be able to own a Hummer at the same time. This can be done, and it is possible to find a Hummer that runs on biodiesel, ethanol, and other alternative fuels. General Motors is also considering releasing a Hummer line that runs on biodiesel. When these vehicles first hit the market and were only available in fossil fuel models, environmentalists and everyone who cared about the earth were against them. Some of the first Hummer vehicles got very poor gas mileage and had emissions that were severely polluting. The look and the design of these vehicles helped them stay popular though, even with all their environmental drawbacks.

Many Americans are becoming more eco-friendly in their vehicle buying and driving habits, especially as more global warming is reported. An alternative fuel Hummer will get better gas mileage, and will burn an alternative fuel, such as biodiesel or ethanol, instead of traditional diesel or gasoline. Usually doing the right thing for the environment means having to give something up or pay more, but with an alternative fuel Hummer this is not the case. These vehicles will burn an alternative much cleaner burning fuel, with less carbon and sulfur in the exhaust. These fuels also have fewer pollutants, which means they will not contribute to air pollution. We have all seen pictures or film footage of Los Angeles when the smog just blankets the city because of all the cars and the exhaust emissions released. Owning a Hummer can be seen as making a statement, and owning one that runs on alternative and renewable fuels that are friendly to the earth can make an impact.