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Alternative Fuels•by Staff•July 11, 2026

EPA Unveils Proposed Changes to 2027 Heavy-Duty Engine Rules

The federal agency has proposed changes to next year’s targets that would eliminate DEF derates, ease warranty requirements, and retain current NOx emissions standards.

Promotional image of Zonar's Bus Suite platform displayed on a desktop monitor, tablet, and smartphone, showcasing dashboards for ridership analytics, route management, GPS tracking, and real-time student transportation operations.

Management•from News/Media Release•July 10, 2026

Zonar Launches Reimagined Bus Suite Web Portal

Can one platform replace your transportation software stack? Zonar says its new Bus Suite unifies routing, dispatch, field trips, GPS, and parent communication.

An orange and yellow graphic with a black and white image of an InCharge Energy technician working and text reading "EV Charging & Infrastructure Gains."

Alternative Fuels•by Elora Haynes•July 10, 2026

Alt-Fuel Moves: EV Charging & Infrastructure Projects Gain Momentum

The latest developments include new funding, charging infrastructure, utility investments, and fleet technologies designed to support the transition to electric school buses nationwide.

Safety•by Staff and News Reports•July 9, 2026

Another School Bus Fatality Reported in Monsey, New York

A 7-year-old girl died after being struck by a school bus in Rockland County, New York while crossing the street. Here's what we know.

Three award winners pose with their awards.

Management•by Elora Haynes•July 9, 2026

Indiana Association Announces 2026 Award Winners

See who earned top honors at the 2026 School Transportation Association of Indiana conference, recognizing excellence in school transportation statewide.

Graphic announcing an acquisition in the school transportation industry, featuring the Student Transportation of America (STA) and Tremblay's Bus Company logos over a background of parked yellow school buses, with the headline "Acquisition News" and School Bus Fleet branding.

Management•from News/Media Release•July 8, 2026

Student Transportation of America Acquires Massachusetts Contractor

Tremblay’s Bus Company and its 400-bus fleet joins the STA family of brands as the company grows its presence across the Northeast U.S.

Collage of winners receiving awards during the 61st Annual Michigan Association for Pupil Transportation (MAPT) Conference, featuring recipients posing on stage with engraved wooden plaques and MAPT branding.

Management•by Amanda Huggett•July 7, 2026

Michigan Association Announces 2026 Award Winners

See who earned top honors at the 2026 Michigan Association for Pupil Transportation conference, recognizing excellence in school transportation statewide.

A Durham School Services bus with its stop arm extended.

Management•by Staff and News Reports•July 2, 2026

Summit School Services to Complete Fleetwide Samsara Technology Rollout

The company said outfitting its entire fleet with AI-powered safety and fleet management technology will strengthen student safety and operational efficiency across its local brands.

School buses at NSTA's SBDISC Roadeo with text reading "School Bus Drivers Put Their Skills to the Test."

Safety•from Staff and News Reports•June 30, 2026

NSTA Announces 2026 School Bus Driver International Safety Competition Winners

Drivers from across the U.S. and Canada showcased their safety and driving skills, with two defending champions successfully retaining their titles.

Management•by Staff•June 30, 2026

SBFX Keynote Announced: Ann Vote to Share Tips on Leadership and Team Culture

Find out who will be providing this year's keynote at SBFX in Scottsdale this September and what else to expect. District and contractor bus operators are invited to apply and attend at no cost!

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