Overview

• 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.