# USPS to Replace 165,000 of It’s Fleet With Electric and Fuel-Efficient Vehicles

- Link: https://greenlivingguy.com/2021/03/usps-to-replace-165000-of-its-fleet-with-electric-and-fuel-efficient-vehicles/
- Published: 2021-03-02T15:34:22-05:00
- Author: Eillin Delapaz

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Just a week after [Democrat lawmakers usher President Biden](https://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/539066-democrats-propose-executive-actions-on-electric-vehicle?rl=1)
to transition the federal government’s vehicle fleet to more efficient options, 
the USPS makes a huge announcemet. It will add 50,000 to 165,000 electric or fuel-
efficient vehicles. This is one of the largest electric vehicle transitions in the
US. In fact, the Postal Service’s fleet contains more than 230,000 vehicles in every
class. This includes both purpose-built and commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) vehicles.

According to a [press release](https://about.usps.com/newsroom/national-releases/2021/0223-multi-billion-dollar-modernization-of-postal-delivery-vehicle-fleet.htm),
the USPS signed a 10-year contract with Wisconsin-based Oshkosh Defense. Under the
initial $482 million investment, they will design and [manufacture the Next Generation](https://greenlivingguy.com/2011/12/award-winning-manufacturer-prepares-to-provide-the-next-generation-of-commercial-led-lighting/)
Delivery Vehicle (NGDV). Furthermore, Oshkosh Defense will retrofit the fleet to
stay up to date with advancing electric vehicle technology. Expect to see the first
round of NGDVs in 2023. 

“As the American institution that binds our country together, the U.S. Postal Service
can have a bright and modern future if we make investments today that position us
for excellence tomorrow,” said Postmaster General and [USPS](https://greenlivingguy.com/2022/07/blink-charging-commends-biden-administration-and-usps-for-fleet-electrification/)
Chief Executive Officer Louis DeJoy.

“The NGDV [program expands our capacity](https://greenlivingguy.com/2013/12/most-new-residential-solar-pv-projects-in-california-program-are-not-owned-by-homeowners/)
for handling more package volume and supports our carriers with cleaner and more
efficient technologies, more amenities, and greater comfort and security as they
deliver every day on behalf of the American people.”

## Advanced safety technology and efficiency

Oshkosh Defense plans to equip the NGDVs with [top of the line safety](https://greenlivingguy.com/2022/08/top-tips-for-cyclists-on-the-road/)
precaution technology. For example, 360-degree cameras, advanced braking and traction
control, as well as a collision avoidance system. The vehicles will also be [made more spacious to maximize efficiency](https://greenlivingguy.com/2011/10/home-window-energy-efficiency-made-easy/)
and cargo capacity. 

“Our fleet modernization also reflects the Postal Service’s commitment to a more
environmentally sustainable mix of vehicles,” DeJoy said. “Because we operate one
of the [largest civilian government fleets in the world](https://greenlivingguy.com/2015/02/uk-wind-energy-leads-europe-in-offshore-capacity/),
we are committed to pursuing near-term and long-term opportunities to reduce our
impact on the environment.”

Oshkosh Defense has several [manufacturing facilities across](https://greenlivingguy.com/2015/03/three-facilities-in-georgia-among-top-performing-energy-star-certified-manufacturing-plants-across-the-country/)
the US. However, they are still deciding on a location for this contract. They want
to ensure it’s the best location to possibly increase the [production rate of the vehicles](https://greenlivingguy.com/2011/08/toyota-and-tesla-announce-decision-to-build-rav4-electric-vehicle-at-toyotas-woodstock-ontario-production-facility/).

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