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Indeed, the new mail trucks resemble ducks in appearance, but they offer several improvements for carriers. These electric trucks are equipped with a side cargo door, increased space, and most importantly, air-conditioning. This upgrade is much needed for carriers, as they have been using the same trucks since the 1980s.
Authored by Michael Levenson
Richard Burton, a mail carrier in Athens, Georgia, drove the traditional boxy mail truck for nearly two decades. To combat the heat during summer, he relied on a small fan placed on the dashboard, but even with an additional fan plugged into the cigarette lighter, it still didn’t provide much relief.
Around two months ago, a man named Mr. Burton, who is 46 years old, was among the initial group of mail carriers in the United States to receive an anticipated enhancement – a new electric mail truck. This upgraded truck includes features such as air-conditioning, a 360-degree camera, and a sliding cargo door on the side that enables packages to be unloaded directly onto the sidewalk.
"It simplifies the task because you’re not excessively sweating while working," he explained. "Especially in Georgia, where the heat can be quite intense."
After a decade of development, the new mail trucks are finally being delivered to neighborhoods across America, and postal workers are pleased with the initial feedback. Previous mail trucks from the 1980s have been unreliable and uncomfortable for carriers, especially as temperatures rise due to climate change. The limited rear cargo space has forced carriers to bend down to retrieve packages, making their job more difficult.
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