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Why are shopping baskets often metal in the UK, while in Europe they are mostly plastic?
When travelling from one supermarket to another across Europe, one detail quickly stands out: shopping baskets are not the same everywhere. In the United Kingdom — at Waitrose, Tesco or Asda — metal wire baskets are still very common. Meanwhile, on the continent, in chains such as Carrefour, Auchan or Leclerc , plastic baskets have dominated for years. So why this difference? Is it simply a matter of habit, cost, or Retail culture? Cart City offers a brief analysis of this
Maxime Perrin
2 days ago2 min read


Local shops vs. hypermarkets: what future for our cities ?
A few decades ago, our cities were bustling with small local shops: the grocer, the cheesemonger, the butcher... Then, hypermarkets...
Maxime Perrin
Jan 312 min read


Trolleys for children: More Than Just a Toy!
When shopping with your family, it’s important that everyone has a good experience, including the kids.Adults have the choice between a...
Maxime Perrin
Dec 13, 20242 min read


Caddie: Brand or Product ?
In the world of shopping trolleys and baskets , a common confusion persists: Caddie is often used as a generic name to refer to any...
Maxime Perrin
Sep 6, 20241 min read
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