Australia Post to Roll out 175 Electric Motorbikes for Mail Delivery

Published on August 27, 2024

Australia Post will soon deliver mail with 175 new electric motorbikes to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. The new electric motorbikes are equipped with the latest electric vehicle (EV) technology and operate quietly. The bikes can reach 80 kilometres per hour and do not produce any tailpipe emissions, cutting air pollution. The electric motorbikes, manufactured by New Zealand-based UBCO Electric Utility Bikes, will be unveiled in all states and territories in Australia. Australia Post said on Aug. 26 that the new fleet will start delivering in the Australian community next month. Pivotal Moment Australia Post CEO and Managing Director Paul Graham described the bikes’ launch as a “pivotal moment” for the postal service....

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