Category Archives: Shopping Carts

Good L Why Retailers Are Upgrading to Metal Shopping Carts This Year

Retailers are under more pressure than ever to make every square foot of their stores perform. Rising labor costs, tighter margins, and even increasing customer expectations may have you rethinking your in-store fundamentals and the experience you want to offer. One area seeing renewed attention this year is metal shopping carts. Retailers are returning to…

Metal vs. Plastic Shopping Carts: Which Is Right for Your Retail Store?

A close up view of a metal shopping cart with orange accents.

If you own a local retail store, you’re probably doing your best to optimize the customer experience while maximizing each transaction. It’s a difficult balance, but with the right tools and strategies in place, you can balance this equation. A key part of the shopper experience and the potential to increase impulse buys comes down…

Why American-Made Metal Shopping Carts Are the Smartest Store Upgrade for 2026

If your goals for 2026 include strategies to improve your customers’ average transaction value and their loyalty while keeping your budget in check, American-made metal carts manufactured by Good L Corp could be your smartest in-store upgrade. At Good L, we design and manufacture 100% American-made shopping carts (and baskets) at our La Vergne, TN…

Retail Trends to Watch For in 2026: Smarter Carts, Smaller Baskets?

As we look toward the retail space in 2026, key changes are on the horizon. Inflationary pressures remain, and customer expectations around convenience and technology are on the rise. Smart carts, smaller handheld baskets, and evolving technologies supporting the shopping experience are worthy of consideration in the battle to become the go-to store in your…

How to Prep Your Store’s Carts and Baskets for the Holiday Rush

Over the holidays, the number of shoppers visiting retail stores jumps dramatically. This happens for many reasons. Customers view in-store shopping as an exciting part of the season and want to experience the festivities, decorations, music, and overall ambiance. Many also want to avoid shipping mishaps that might delay the arrival of their gifts. And…