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First drive-thru supermarket opens

Updated on: 24 August,2010 07:22 AM IST  | 
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UK's first drive-through supermarket is being launched by Tesco this week

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UK's first drive-through supermarket is being launched by Tesco this week.

But drivers will not be steering their vehicles up and down the aisles.

The service will be tested at a Tesco Extra store in Baldock, Hertfordshire.

The drive-thru wants to allow customers to order their groceries online and pick them up at the supermarket without leaving their car. Staff will pack the shopping into the boot.

The concept, which if successful could be rolled out across the country, is aimed at customers who want the convenience of online shopping but don't have time to wait at home for their groceries to be delivered.

Laura Wade-Gery, chief executive, said, "This will be especially popular with busy mums who have the school run and children's activities to manage."

"It also offers a solution to parents who want to avoid the challenge of shopping in a busy store with children in tow but can't afford the time to stay in for the shop to arrive at their door," she added.

A flat ufffd2 (Rs 145) charge will apply apply instead of the sliding scale of home delivery charges.




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