USPS Launches New Electric Mail Trucks to Positive Reviews

The Postal Service's Next Generation Delivery Vehicles debut in Georgia, promising improved safety, comfort, and environmental benefits.

USPS has begun rolling out its Next Generation Delivery Vehicles (NGDVs) in Georgia, with drivers praising their new features.
The new fleet, primarily electric, replaces the aging Grumman Long Life Vehicles, which have been in service since the late 1980s.
Postal workers highlight the NGDVs' air conditioning, enhanced safety features, and larger cargo space as significant improvements.
The transition to electric vehicles is part of a broader USPS modernization effort, aiming for a fully electric fleet by 2026.
Despite initial plans for a majority gas-powered fleet, pressure from various stakeholders led to an increased commitment to electric vehicles.