In most types of warehouses and distribution centers, the forklift is the most used vehicle for material handling. However, there are other types of vehicles available to run an efficient and profitable operation.

Electric forklifts are a popular choice of machine thanks in part to the fact that they require less maintenance than do internal combustion forklifts. Due to having fewer moving parts, the engine itself does not require the same kind of regular preventative servicing as do the internal combustion engines.