News and Notes
- Amazon Expands Electric Delivery Van Fleet in Several U.S. Cities: Amazon is increasing its fleet of electric delivery vans across the United States as part of its sustainability efforts.
- Published: May 9, 2025
- URL: Amazon Rivian van: Everything to know about our electric delivery vans
- UPS Pilots New Real-Time Delivery Tracking System for Customers: UPS is testing a more accurate tracking system to give customers better visibility into their delivery status and driver locations.
- Published: May 11, 2025
- URL: https://investors.ups.com/_assets/_861644fb0478a9477e7a98e624c130d0/ups/db/1110/10892/annual_report/UPS_2025_Proxy_Statement_and_2024_Annual_Report%3B_Form_10-K.pdf
- Report Shows Increase in Demand for Same-Day Delivery Services: The demand for fast delivery options continues to grow, impacting the demands and opportunities for delivery drivers.
- Published: May 8, 2025
- URL: Same-Day Delivery Market in the US to Grow by USD 28.28 Billion from 2025-2029, Driven by B2C E-Commerce Growth, with AI Driving Market Transformation - Technavio
- OSHA Issues Updated Safety Guidelines for Delivery Drivers During Summer Months: OSHA has released updated recommendations to help protect delivery drivers from heat-related illnesses during the summer.
- Published: May 6, 2025
- URL: https://medcor.com/safety/osha-updates-what-employers-need-to-know/
Tools & Tips
`* Mobile Route Optimization Apps: Apps like Circuit, Route4Me, and Google Maps offer features such as optimized routing, real-time traffic updates, and delivery confirmation tools to help drivers complete their routes efficiently.
- Ergonomic Delivery Equipment: Investing in ergonomic hand trucks, dollies, and lifting straps can help delivery drivers prevent injuries and reduce physical strain during deliveries.
- Telematics and Driver Monitoring Systems: Companies are increasingly using telematics systems to monitor vehicle performance, driver behavior, and route efficiency, providing valuable feedback for improving safety and productivity.`
Fun Fact:
The first recorded use of a “delivery service” in the United States dates back to the mid-19th century with the Pony Express, which delivered mail on horseback across the American West.
Closing:
Keep those deliveries rolling safely and efficiently! Share any helpful tips, interesting stories from the road, or useful tools you rely on by replying to this newsletter. Stay safe out there!