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:
Now Online: February's Digital School Bus Fleet!
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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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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School Bus Labor Disputes and Union Organizing Continue Across North America
School bus drivers and monitors in New York joined Teamsters, while others in Alaska and Ontario face ongoing strikes over wages and contracts.
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Zonar Announces New Executive Leadership Appointments
After a recent merger and another acquisition, Zonar looks to the future with its four new executive team leads.
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Kajeet Launches Low-Cost Internet Program for Schools and Buses
In the wake of federal funding cuts to the e-rate program and on-board WiFi, Kajeet offers a new option for Internet connectivity where it matters most for students.
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The Bus Center Named a 2025 Top 4 Forest River Dealer
The Bus Center was named a Top 4 Dealer for Forest River Bus & Van for 2025, marking its second consecutive year receiving recognition from the manufacturer.
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Model1 Opens New Illinois Location, Joins Sourcewell
The dealership's new Elgin location will serve commercial fleets across the Chicago area.
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Two Midwest Districts Turn to Transfinder
Two separate school districts in Illinois and Ohio have rolled out Transfinder's Routefinder and Tripfinder solutions, respectively.
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How GPS Tracking Helps School Bus Fleets Improve On-Time Performance Without Adding Routes
Struggling with late buses? GPS data can help fleets cut delays, fix route bottlenecks, and improve on-time performance without adding routes.
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Zonar Becomes First CARB-Approved OEM Telematics Provider
Zonar received CARB certification allowing fleets with factory-installed V4 telematics devices to automatically submit emissions data for Clean Truck Check compliance.
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Pathwise Promotes Kris Laseter to President and COO
As the software company caps a year of record growth, the promotion recognizes Laseter's impact with doubled revenue and two large district partnerships.
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EverDriven Updates VIP App With Real-Time Student Transportation Tracking
The redesigned app gives parents and school districts real-time trip tracking, multilingual access, and improved communication tools.
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