Amazon Puts Alexa in the Driver’s Seat, Walmart Revs Up Package Delivery
PYMNTS.com November 24, 2023
Amazon and Walmart are revving up their engines with initiatives set to hit consumers by the year’s end or the start of 2024. The projects go full throttle on transportation and delivery, but the road diverges when dissecting each retail giant’s strategy.
Beginning in 2024, Amazon customers will have the opportunity to discover and buy Hyundai vehicles directly through Amazon’s U.S. store. This marks one of numerous initiatives forming a new strategic partnership between the automotive company and the tech giant.
The digital shopping experience allows customers to browse vehicles based on preferences and complete the purchase online. They can then choose to pick up the vehicle from their local dealership or have it delivered to their doorstep.
The initiative...