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USPS Modernizes Delivery Fleet with Electric Vehicles

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Harvey WaldenCommunity Member
3 weeks ago

The U.S. Postal Service has announced plans to begin procuring Next Generation Delivery Vehicles (NGDVs) from Oshkosh Corporation. The initial order includes 50,000 to 165,000 vehicles, with at least 20,000 of them being battery electric vehicles (BEVs). This initiative is part of the USPS's broader effort to modernize its fleet and reduce its environmental impact.

The U.S. Postal Service has announced plans to begin procuring Next Generation Delivery Vehicles (NGDVs) from Oshkosh Corporation. The initial order includes 50,000 to 165,000 vehicles, with at least 20,000 of them being battery electric vehicles (BEVs). This initiative is part of the USPS's broader effort to modernize its fleet and reduce its environmental impact. The USPS aims to achieve 100% electrification of its delivery vehicle fleet as part of its Delivering for America plan. The new NGDVs will replace older vehicles, reducing maintenance costs and improving operational efficiency. The vehicles will be equipped with advanced safety features and technology, ensuring safer and more reliable delivery services.

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