JLTV Update

The army had delayed the announcement downselection of proposals for the Hummvee replacement though the scuttlebutt is that there are three designs that will go on to the next , and they are buying interim mine resistant vehicles for Afghanistan.

The existing MRAPs are faring poorly on Afghanistan's generally crappy roads and harsh terrain.

It's either budget, or a problem with the program causing the delay.

Danger room has a report on the awards, but no link yet.

It's confirmed. The winners for this stage are Lockheed Martin; a joint venture between General Dynamics Land Systems and AM General, and BAE Systems.

Of interest, no hybrid vehicles.