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The drive for environmental practices can also be seen in the continued adoption of electric and hybrid vehicles . This is a political and environmental concern . By 2035 , the UK and EU will prohibit the sale of new combustion cars . This means for businesses , there is a strong desire to adopt electric vehicles for delivery . However , what we are finding is that large enterprises have the funds and initiatives in place for electric vehicle adoption now . Although , while SMEs are keen to start using electric vehicles , they are slower to do so . The main reason for this is the range on electric vans and HGVs substantially lags behind their combustion engine counterparts . In addition , the large costs associated with adopting a completely new electric fleet , paired with the uncertain global economic landscape , are leading to a slower adoption of electric vehicles .
Demands for more efficient solutions
In response to these challenges , the market is growing for more efficient delivery solutions . Customer expectations have shifted drastically ;
they now demand not just speed but also transparency , convenience , and reliability in their delivery experiences . Companies that fail to meet these expectations risk falling behind in a hyper-competitive landscape .
One crucial area of focus is last-mile delivery , often cited as the most expensive and complex part of the delivery process . Urban congestion and high delivery costs pose significant hurdles , prompting companies to explore innovative solutions to streamline this final stage of delivery .
Making more deliveries in less time
Efficiency has always been at the heart of logistics . The current market demands that we push these boundaries further . The adoption of technology , ranging from advanced route optimization software like Geo2 , to autonomous vehicles , can significantly enhance delivery speeds . Companies like Amazon and FedEx are already exploring drone technology and robotics to make sameday delivery a viable reality .
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