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Driver Shortage
Managementby StaffJanuary 13, 2025

2025 Trend to Watch: Driver Shortage Coming to a Close?

Stats show the school bus driver shortage is lessening, but many districts still feel the pinch. Here's what's behind it.

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telematics
Managementby Amanda HuggettJanuary 13, 2025

2025 Trend to Watch: Tech & Telematics in Focus

Discover how telematics is revolutionizing school bus operations in 2025, from GPS tracking and video monitoring to preventive maintenance and AI-enabled insights. Learn about telematics’ evolution, challenges to adoption, and what’s next.

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5 Trends to Watch in 2025
Managementby StaffJanuary 13, 2025

5 Student Transportation Trends to Watch in 2025

Explore the top issues shaping pupil transportation in 2025, from the driver shortage and declining ridership to advancements in safety, technology, and alternative fuels. This is your roadmap to what’s ahead!

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Safetyby Lexi Higgins, Truckers Against TraffickingJanuary 9, 2025

School Buses Against Trafficking: How to Protect Students from Exploitation

Human trafficking is closer than you think. What role do school bus drivers and administrators have in curbing this practice to help protect children?

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5 women to watch in student transportation
Managementby Amanda HuggettJanuary 8, 2025

5 Inspiring Women in School Transportation

With no shortage of women making positive impacts in the industry, SBF picked these five worthy of watching for their moves in pupil transportation. Check out what makes each of their stories unique and their messages to others.

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Managementby Bob Donson, Sunny’s Worldwide January 3, 2025

Empowering Your Transportation Team: Fostering A Positive Work Environment

From recruitment to recognition, discover strategies to create a positive work environment for drivers and school transportation admins.

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Managementby Ronna Weber, NASDPTSDecember 27, 2024

What to Expect Out of the NCST This May

For the first time in 10 years, the National Congress on School Transportation convenes to determine best practice recommendations for school buses. Here’s what you need to know.

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St. Francis School District Propane Tank
Alternative Fuelsby StaffDecember 19, 2024

Keeping the Engine Warm: How Winter Weather Plays with Alt-Fuels

With several variations of buses on the road now, take a look at how different fuel types handle the cold, and useful products for any school district that utilizes the yellow bus.

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Stop Arm Comparison
Safetyby StaffDecember 4, 2024

School Bus or Red Light? Why Not Both?

First Light’s fully illuminated stop arm efficacy study shows bright future for school bus stop arms as results show decreases in illegal school bus passings.

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Alternative Fuelsby Taylor Sayward, The Mobility HouseDecember 2, 2024

How to Choose the Right Chargers for Your Electric School Bus Fleet

Optimize your electric school bus fleet with expert tips on charger selection. From AC vs. DC to bidirectional charging, plus tips on power levels, compatibility, and more, this guide has got you covered.

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