School bus maintenance workers often are the unsung heroes of transportation departments. In our second annual edition of the top 10 maintenance pro...

In many areas of the nation, the sweltering summer heat belies the harsh, cold reality of winter. The summer also tends to allow some slack in operati...

Tracking road breakdowns is key to fine-tuning an operation’s preventive maintenance program. How often your buses need to be brought in for routine m...

The diesel engines powering the vast majority of school buses are highly efficient, reliable sources of mechanical power.

To proof your buses against frigid temperatures, pay attention to tires, fuel, belts and hoses. And don't ignore driver training.

When to change the oil in your school bus engine is a controversial question. The answer is an important one because it affects your operational costs and the environment.

The service manager or the fleet maintenance manager or whatever title you want to use is a pivotal figure of a school bus operation.

One of the most important parts of the pre-trip inspection of any school bus is the examination of the tires. Too many drivers merely thump the tires,...

The antilock brake system (ABS) mandate has arrived. School buses (with a GVWR of more than 10,000 pounds) equipped with air brake systems manufacture...

Premature failure of your automatic transmissions can be minimized through proper spec'ing, preventive maintenance and technician training. By includi...