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Group of Thomas Built Buses executives, employees, and award recipients pose onstage during an awards ceremony beneath a large Thomas Built Buses sign, with one woman holding a glass trophy at center stage.
Managementfrom News/Media ReleaseMay 27, 2026

Thomas Built Buses Names Carolina Thomas 2025 Dealer of the Year

The North Carolina-based Thomas dealership is recognized for the second time for its customer support, operational excellence, and industry commitment, as other top-performing dealers were celebrated.

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Two First Student drivers walking in front of school buses with a Teamsters logo in the foreground.
Managementfrom Staff and News ReportsMay 27, 2026

96 Teamsters Locals Ratify Five-Year National Contract with First Student

The agreement covers more than 22,000 school bus workers nationwide, delivering stronger retirement benefits, expanded leave protections, and new safeguards for onboard bus surveillance technology.

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Children board a yellow electric school bus from Central Consolidated School District during snowfall, as an adult assists students at the bus entrance.

GreenPower Unveils New Heating Solution for Type A Bus

The all-electric bus manufacturer's new product aims to eliminate cold-cabin issues on its Nano BEAST zero-emission school buses operating in cold climates.

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School bus driver stands in the doorway of a yellow school bus during the New York School Bus Contractors Association roadeo event, with dark storm clouds in the background and the NYSBCA logo in the corner.
Managementby News/Media ReleaseMay 24, 2026

New York School Bus Contractors Association Announces 50th Roadeo Winners

Winners, photos, and highlights from the 2026 NYSBCA School Bus Driver Safety Competition, where drivers across the Empire State showcased safety skills and precision behind the wheel.

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An orange and red graphic with text reading "Surface Transportation Bill Moves Forward."
Managementby Elora HaynesMay 22, 2026

The BUILD America 250 Act Has Big Implications for School Buses, Too

Buried within a sweeping federal transportation bill are provisions that could affect school bus driver requirements, illegal passing enforcement, and even the future role of autonomous technology in pupil transportation.

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An orange and yellow graphic with a black and white image of an electric bus charger and text reading "Alt-Fuel Moves: Fleets Plug In For the Long Haul."
Alternative Fuelsby Elora HaynesMay 22, 2026

Alt-Fuel Moves: Fleets Plug In for the Long Haul

School districts across the U.S. are moving electric school bus plans into operation, with new fleet deployments, charging infrastructure, and long-term electrification partnerships taking shape.

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Emergency response personnel assist participants evacuating through the rear emergency door of a yellow school bus during a hands-on safety training exercise at Prosper ISD. Smoke fills the bus interior as responders demonstrate emergency evacuation procedures.
Safetyfrom News/Media ReleaseMay 21, 2026

Operation STEER Brings Emergency Response Training to North Texas

Prosper ISD hosted the third annual training for transportation professionals across 67 districts to learn how to respond to emergencies, such as rollovers and evacuations, and proper use of safety equipment.

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Image of the front of a school bus with text reading "2026 Industry Awards in School Transportation."
Managementby StaffMay 20, 2026

What Student Transportation Companies Are Landing on Time’s Most Influential List, and More

From AI-powered safety platforms to electric fleet innovation, companies across the student transportation industry are earning national recognition for reshaping how students get to school safely and sustainably.

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HopSkipDrive Launches New Safety, Driver Consistency Features for 2026-27 School Year

The company’s free ride recording, live ride tracking, and consistent driver assignments aim to improve safety and continuity for diverse student transportation needs.

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Rows of yellow school buses parked in a lot with “Diesel Still Dominates” graphic overlay highlighting continued diesel use in school transportation fleets.
Maintenancefrom Staff and News ReportsMay 18, 2026

Report: 72% of Diesel School Buses Now Use Advanced Low-Emission Engines

New data shows advanced low-emission diesel technology continues expanding across school bus fleets, even as electric bus adoption gains momentum.

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