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The State of Holiday Last Mile Delivery & How to Prepare for It

“Your package has arrived!”

That’s the notification millions of Americans eagerly anticipate every holiday season, and 2023 was no exception. Online sales were forecasted to rise 7-9%, up from $255.8 billion last year.

As retailers try to get ahead of the rush, the holiday shopping season trends earlier every year. No longer are big sales exclusive to Black Friday and Cyber Monday. This escalation in online retail traffic means more time on the road for last-mile delivery vehicles. With that holiday surge comes increased consideration for driver safety and efficiency.

Preventing costly accidents and optimizing efficiency during the two busiest months of the year is essential to operating smoothly. To that end, Safe Fleet’s family of trusted fleet safety experts offers both external and internal solutions:

Enhance Road Visibility & Safety with The RVS Pickup & Delivery Compliant Fleet Solution

Currently, there are 70,000 P&D Compliant Fleet Solutions installed on FedEx vehicles, and for good reason!

The RVS P&D kit advances safety for delivery vehicles that lack proper rear and side visibility.

Using wide-angle side and backup cameras, 6 sensors, and a 3-channel HD monitor, drivers can park, reverse, and maneuver without worrying about dangerous blind spots. The weatherproof and night-vision cameras enable operation in wet and low-light conditions, which are crucial during the holiday season.

Shop this specially selected kit that adheres to contract standards and goes a long way towards accident prevention, accountability, and avoiding costly insurance claims.

Maximize Cargo Area Space with Prime Design FoldPro Shelving.

When it comes to your delivery vehicle’s interior, it’s no secret: space comes at a premium.

FoldPro Shelving enables efficient utilization of that limited space and does so with an improved payload of 400 lbs. (approximately 3 grown men, according to Chris Dufort of Wabash!).

FoldPro lightweight shelves are meticulously engineered for durability, ergonomic one-handed operation, an exceptional weight-to-load capacity ratio, and an adjustable upright folding design that allows for the ultimate maximization of cargo space.

Experience the ergonomic efficiency of FoldPro firsthand.

Establish Safe Separation with American Van Partition

Simply put, a van partition can be a lifesaver when it comes to commercial vehicles, as Jared Pridmore, owner of Precision Auto Glass, will tell you. These prevent cargo from flying with deadly force into your cab in the event of an accident.

However, you don’t need a potential fatality to find value in these partitions. Besides providing safe separation between cargo and driver, they also enable easy access to packages without compromising valuable space and provide added security and accessibility with a lockable door handle and integrated dual-position latching system.

Constructed from heavy-duty steel, van partitions are engineered for increased longevity and reliability. Shop the full line of bulkheads and partitions here and see for yourself.

Brighten Your Workspace with Lab Craft LED Cargo Lights

The holiday season means shorter days, so a good set of lights inside your cargo area becomes a necessary component once the sun sets–and LED lights lead the way when it comes to luminosity and energy efficiency.

Unlike low-cost LED lighting, Labcraft LED Cargo Lights like the Nebula use advanced LED technology, which allows for greater luminosity with fewer LEDs. Encased within a polycarbonate extrusion that prevents moisture from getting in and set in a low profile, durable aluminum housing, the Nebula is easily installed into new vehicles or retrofitted into existing setups.

Much like our other premium safety products, these lights practically pay for themselves. Start lighting up that late shift here.

Wrapping Up…

Efficiency and safety during the busy season hinges on the optimal performance of many moving parts, and premium products like those of the Safe Fleet family of brands don’t just save lives– they provide a return on investment, and that’s a gift in itself!

Happy Holidays from the whole Safe Fleet family and drive safely!