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Army Secretary Dan Driscoll announced aggressive reforms to modernize the U.S. Army's procurement and technology systems, emphasizing rapid innovation, reducing reliance on outdated equipment, and adopting Silicon Valley-style approaches to enhance military readiness and efficiency, including streamlining contracts and enabling in-field manufacturing through 3D printing.
The U.S. Army is replacing the 40-year-old Humvee with a lighter, faster, and cheaper vehicle called the Infantry Squad Vehicle, based on a commercial Chevrolet Colorado, to enhance mobility and agility for future combat scenarios, especially against threats like drones and IEDs. The new vehicle sacrifices armor for speed and ease of repair, reflecting a strategic shift towards rapid deployment and technological integration in modern warfare.