Republicans look to make a U-turn on federal commitment to electric vehicles for the Postal Service

Republicans look to make a U-turn on federal commitment to electric vehicles for the Postal Service

WASHINGTON — A year after being lauded for its plan to replace thousands of aging, gas-powered mail trucks with a mostly electric fleet, the U.S. Postal Service is facing congressional attempts to strip billions in federal EV funding. In June, the Senate parliamentarian blocked a Republican proposal in a major tax-and-spending bill to sell off the agency’s new electric vehicles and infrastructure and revoke remaining federal money. But efforts to halt the fleet’s shift to clean ene...
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B&O Beosound A1 (3rd gen) Review: Great choice for outdoor music this summer

B&O Beosound A1 (3rd gen) Review: Great choice for outdoor music this summer

Skip to content Image: At a glance Pros Powerful, precise mid-range Good battery life Bluetooth and wired connections Rugged and water-proof design Cons Expensive No Wi-Fi or AirPlay A little weak on extreme highs and lows No carrying case Our Verdict The A1 is no bass-boombox, but its clear and powerful mid-range works well for rock, pop and dance music, while its 60W output will really get things moving at a BBQ or beach party. It’s more expensive than most of its portable rivals, but the ru...
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