01-29-2016, 03:55 PM
Q. Why do I need a quarter to use a shopping cart at ALDI?
A. The shopping cart rental system is one of many ALDI efficiencies that enable us to keep our prices so low. New customers may be surprised by the simple, yet innovative, cart rental system, and usually come to appreciate its many benefits. Not only do customers get their deposit back, there are no stray carts taking up space in the parking lot or causing dents to cars. By not having to hire someone to police the shopping carts, we are able to pass the savings on to our customers.
I'm surprised that more stores don't do this to try and prevent shopping cart theft.
When I was in Italy in the late 80's, most stores had a 500 Lira deposit on shopping carts. It's a great idea.