Vehicle Trends in Last-Mile Delivery
Check out the latest trends in the last-mile delivery market, the impact of technology, and spec’ing tips to consider when purchasing a vehicle.
April 14, 2022
Check out the latest trends in the last-mile delivery market, the impact of technology, and spec’ing tips to consider when purchasing a vehicle.
April 14, 2022
As the popular form of delivery proliferates, so does the lack of curb space. Here’s how companies are looking to rectify the problem.
March 3, 2022
When looking ahead to the next 12 months, it will become more expensive to operate a fleet in the coming years. Vehicle acquisition costs have increased due to reduced fleet incentives. Fuel prices will likely continue to trend upward, and maintenance costs will ratchet higher due to more companies adopting extended replacement schedules.
December 1, 2021
Equipment tips for last-mile and home-delivery fleets to take advantage of the surge in refrigerated delivery demand.
November 17, 2021
The van is currently testing in the U.S. Full production of the van is expected in Q3 2022.
September 22, 2021
A fleet service manager discusses his methods for efficient servicing of last-mile delivery vehicles. His main advice: “Check everything daily. One simple problem will cost you big.”
June 4, 2021
To run a profitable last-mile delivery fleet, operators need to act on consumer-driven trends and measure key performance indicators around productivity, customer satisfaction, and revenue and cost.
May 16, 2021
Success at last-mile delivery rides on fielding safety-focused and customer-oriented drivers.
May 11, 2021
Delivery fleets face increased customer demands, missed ETAs, and vague delivery locations daily. A combination of technology implementations, rethinking operational processes, and leveraging customer information can help.
May 3, 2021
The challenges of the past 12 months have given delivery fleets many opportunities to learn, innovate processes, and grow.
May 3, 2021
The process of loading and unloading in commercial loading zones is antiquated. A curb management pilot with the City of Aspen promises a better way. What do the findings say?
April 19, 2021
Delivering up to 330 packages a day while meeting performance metrics around truck load time, deliveries per hour, and driving behaviors can be rewarding — but isn’t for the faint of heart.
April 15, 2021
This legal roadmap for transportation businesses examines employers’ obligations regarding vaccinations and employees’ right to refuse them. Related issues such as potential liability, contract worker status, ADA disabilities, and privacy are also explored.
March 22, 2021
This regular column is designed to encourage discourse for fleet professionals to let their voices be heard to their peers and other industry professionals.
February 17, 2021
The Class 1 commercial vehicle from Electric Last Mile Solutions pushes the concept of an efficient, connected, electric last-mile van into daily reality.
January 4, 2021
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