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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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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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Safetyby Amanda HuggettNovember 22, 2024

What’s Next for CDL Holders? Key Updates to FMCSA Rules

Get an update on FMCSA rulemakings here, from what recently happened and is in the pipeline for 2025. Learn the current status of reporting for CDL holders’ drug and alcohol and traffic violations, speed limiters, automated driving systems, safety fitness procedures, ELDT audits, and school bus exemptions.

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Alternative Fuelsby Gina Bonini, ModineNovember 15, 2024

The Road to a Greener Future: How Thermal Tech Drives Electric Innovation in School Buses

As the school bus transforms from a diesel-powered icon to an electric, eco-friendly vehicle, walk through the challenges and innovations in thermal management, battery performance, and infrastructure, driving the future of sustainable student transportation.

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Managementby StaffNovember 13, 2024

Is AI Coming to a School Bus Near You?

No, robots won’t be replacing school bus drivers, but artificial intelligence (AI) tools can be used in a number of surprising ways in pupil transportation, from turn-by-turn routing to reinforcing safe driving practices.

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Managementby StaffNovember 4, 2024

How Routing Data Improves Transportation Efficiency

How school bus route data can help schools make transportation more efficient and handle problems as they come up.

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Alternative Fuelsby Mike Finnern, WSPOctober 28, 2024

Creating a Successful Electric School Bus Ecosystem

Explore the growing trend of zero-emission electric school buses, highlighting the infrastructure, community engagement, and funding strategies essential for successful transition any school bus fleet can learn from.

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Managementby Amanda HuggettOctober 24, 2024

Driver Dilemma? How to Attract Younger Generations to the Yellow Bus

Unlock the secrets to recruiting and retaining Gen Z and Millennial school bus drivers! Go straight to the source with insights from drivers and transportation directors on culture, flexibility, modern marketing, and beyond.

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