USPS plans to add 66k electric vehicles

USPS EV Plan

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Ford E-Transit Chosen

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E-Transit Features

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Charging Station Order

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Ready for Delivery

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Gas-Engine Order

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Carbon-Neutral Goal

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Transition Challenges

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E-Transit Selection Criteria

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