Partnership Demonstrates How Consumer Engineering Excellence Meets Defense Requirements
Washington, D.C. – October 13, 2025 – American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) and GM Defense demonstrate their deepening partnership at AUSA 2025 with an enhanced Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD ZR2 Bison build that underscores how AEV’s consumer parts already meet or exceed military specifications without modification.
The AUSA vehicle features a range of AEV parts taken directly from their consumer offerings, including the Snorkel system, 37-inch tire clearance kit, Salta XD wheels, auxiliary bumper lighting, Vertical Tire Mount System, 7000-Series LED lighting, and ComeUp Solo 12.5RS GMF winch. These are the same parts relied on by AEV’s adventure customers and validated through OEM-level testing and integration with GM’s own production trucks.
“This collaboration with GM Defense demonstrates the quality and engineering excellence of our consumer products,” said Dave Harriton, CEO and Founder of AEV. “These parts are designed and engineered to the highest standards so they seamlessly meet defense requirements without modification.”
The partnership between AEV and GM extends beyond demonstrations. As a Tier 1 supplier, AEV works directly with GM on factory-integrated off-road packages, including the Chevrolet Silverado and Colorado ZR2 Bison, and GMC Sierra and Canyon AT4X AEV Edition. These trucks leave the assembly line equipped with AEV bumpers, Offroad Skid plates, wheels, and other enhancements that deliver proven durability and performance. The same engineering rigor and production validation that underpin these trucks now support defense applications.
“AEV has proven its capability in GM’s toughest off-road production platforms, and that gives us confidence in their role in defense solutions,” said Pete Johnson, Vice President of Integrated Vehicle Solutions. “Their proven track record in the most demanding consumer markets translates directly to mission-ready performance.”
All AEV enhancements shown at AUSA are available through aev-conversions.com and their extensive dealer networks with full warranty coverage and service support.
About American Expedition Vehicles (AEV)
Founded in 1997, AEV is a global leader in OE-quality, performance-driven parts and accessories for off-road adventure vehicles. Based in Wixom, Michigan, AEV products undergo rigorous OE-level testing and are available through authorized dealers nationwide.
About GM Defense
GM Defense delivers integrated vehicles and solutions to global defense markets, combining over 100 years of GM manufacturing expertise with defense-focused innovation and agility.
Media Contact: Erica Mitchell, GM Defense Communications, [email protected] I 248-706-8273
