Bringoz Industry Weekly 6/15

etailers are forecasting an import cargo surge at U.S. ports this summer. Delivery fueled the bulk of grocery eCommerce’s growth in May. Tesla plans to launch its first self-driving car delivery. Read about these stories and more in our weekly industry news roundup.

Retailers are forecasting an import cargo surge at U.S. ports this summer following the 90-day break in the tariff fight between China and the United States. As retailers brace for the peak back-to-school and fall-winter holiday seasons, there is a pronounced surge in imports driven by a temporary reduction in tariffs on goods from China. Many retailers who halted or reduced orders due to tariffs rising are now resuming imports following a reduction and tariff pause. Read more.

Delivery fueled the bulk of grocery eCommerce’s 27% year-over-year growth in May, according to the latest monthly report by Brick Meets Click and Mercatus. The segment’s sales surged more than 70% compared to May 2024, while ship-to-home increased more than 15%. Deep discounts on annual membership and subscription plans continue to power delivery’s sales growth. Read more.

Tesla says it plans to deliver a brand-new Model Y straight from the factory to a customer’s home on June 28—without anyone behind the wheel. The test, set to take place in Austin, will mark the company’s first attempt at a fully autonomous delivery using its Full Self-Driving system. The vehicle will reportedly leave the production line and navigate itself to the buyer’s driveway without a human driver or escort vehicle. Read more.

Managing delivery operations is a complex juggling act. Fortunately, technology has come a long way in streamlining logistics operations, helping delivery managers boost efficiency and improve customer satisfaction. Here’s a look at tech tools that can transform the day-to-day life of a delivery manager and reduce the stress and complexity of their job. Read more.

Dispatchers play a critical role in ensuring that deliveries reach their destinations on time and intact. However, they often face challenges that require quick thinking, problem-solving skills, and flexibility. Here’s a look at how dispatchers can navigate real-time challenges to keep delivery operations running smoothly. Read more.

Emerging trends are shaping a more convenient, personalized, and efficient grocery industry. As we look ahead, retailers will need to stay agile, embracing innovation and digitization to meet evolving consumer demands. The grocers that adapt to these changes will thrive in the increasingly competitive grocery landscape. Here’s a look at five grocery trends to keep an eye on in 2025. Read more.