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The second issue of 2024 features our annual special-needs transportation survey, plus a column from Dan Kobussen, president of the National School Transportation Association.
February 6, 2024
Volume 70, Issue 2 of School Bus Fleet is out in digital format now.
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The latest digital issue of School Bus Fleet is now available!
Inside the February 2024 edition, you'll find our latest special-needs transportation survey (sponsored by AMF Bruns of America). And don't miss:
A recap of top news, including New York City's speed-assistance tech plan for school buses, EPA inspector general's concerns about the Clean School Bus Program, and the selection of a Mississippi site for a new electric battery production site for the joint venture of Cummins, Daimler Truck, and PACCAR.
Factors to consider when transitioning to electric school buses.
Special-needs evacuation planning.
A Five Questions interview with Blue Bird's Steve Whaley and Brad Beauchamp.
Plus, a column from National School Transportation Association President Dan Kobussen on contractors coping with rising insurance premiums.
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