One Size Does Not Fit All: Why Shopping Cart Options Matter
Not every shopper needs the same type of cart. From full-size models to compact and two-tier options, offering the right mix of shopping carts can improve maneuverability, accessibility, and the overall customer experience.
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What Shoppers Touch First Might Matter More Than You Think
A University of Arizona study found coliform bacteria on 72% of the shopping carts tested, highlighting why cart cleanliness matters. For retailers, offering cart wipes is a simple way to give shoppers a cleaner start and show customers that their comfort and confidence come first.
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What Independent Grocers Should Know Before Buying Shopping Carts
Independent grocers need shopping carts that fit their store, customers, and budget. Here are the key things to consider before buying new, used, or refurbished carts, including the compact Unarco PC10.
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Essential Shopping Cart Maintenance Tips for Retailers
Shopping cart safety starts with simple inspections. Learn how retailers can check seat belts, child seats, wheels, casters, handles, and damaged carts before small problems become bigger issues.
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Why Retailers Are Turning Store Entrances Into Media Space
The front of the store has become more than a place to grab a cart. Retailers, equipment providers, and third-party advertising companies are finding new ways to turn high-traffic entrance areas into cleaner, more useful, and more modern spaces for shoppers.
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10 Smart Ways to Save Money at the Grocery Store During the Holidays
Discover how to save money at the grocery store during the holidays with these 10 smart tips. Learn how to budget, shop smarter, and make the most of seasonal deals — brought to you by Carts and Parts, Inc.
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How Often Should You Replace Shopping Carts? Retailers’ Guide to Smart Investment
Why Shopping Cart Longevity Matters in Retail For many customers, the shopping cart is the first thing they interact with when entering your store. A squeaky wheel, a wobbly frame, or a sticky handle doesn’t just make for a frustrating experience—it reflects poorly on your entire brand. Retailers often underestimate how much their shopping carts […]
Read MoreIs Pushing Shopping Carts a Workout
Is Pushing Shopping Carts a Workout? Most people wouldn’t even think to ask that question. Every time we enter a supermarket, we’re presented with an opportunity that extends beyond just picking up our weekly groceries: the chance for a unique, albeit mild, workout. At first glance, it might seem far-fetched to compare gym sessions with […]
Read MoreThere is one day of the week that it’s the cheapest to buy your food.
Nutritionist Steph Grasso says most new deals start on Wednesdays, and old deals tend to stick around for the remainder of the day. The middle of the week also likely means the shelves are freshly stocked, so there are more options to choose from. Grasso also said that there tend to be fewer shoppers on […]
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The #1 Problem With Buying Your Groceries Online, New Study Reveals
There’s one major downfall to this convenient shopping option. “Information required to be provided to consumers in conventional grocery stores is not being uniformly provided online—in fact, it only appears on roughly a third of the online grocery items we surveyed,” said lead author of the study, Jennifer Pomeranz, an assistant professor of public health […]
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