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Safetyby StaffFebruary 1, 2007

NAPT News & Views

We were all shocked on Nov. 20, 2006, when a school bus plowed off an interstate overpass in Huntsville, Ala., and plunged head first into the pavement below from more than 35 feet in the air.

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Managementby StaffFebruary 1, 2007

Major ‘losses’ create big-time winners

North Clackamas School District bus drivers, mechanics and other school associates participate in "The Biggest Loser" competition.

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Managementby StaffFebruary 1, 2007

Thomas Built plant renovations underway

HIGH POINT, N.C. — Thomas Built Buses began renovations to its 1408 Courtesy Road plant late last year and expects the $10.3 million improvement plan to be completed by January 2008.

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Managementby StaffFebruary 1, 2007

FTA orders transit agency to stop school routes

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — On Jan. 18, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) ruled that the Rochester-Genesee Regional Transportation Authority (RGRTA) has illegally engaged in school bus operations.

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Managementby StaffFebruary 1, 2007

Collins Industries names new president of bus division

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Collins Industries, a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles, has named Kent Tyler as president of its bus division, effective immediately.

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Managementby StaffFebruary 1, 2007

Connecticut imposes tougher school bus driver standards

WATERBURY, Conn. — Prospective school bus drivers in Connecticut must now pass more stringent background checks.

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Special Needs Transportationby Steve Hirano, Editor/Associate PublisherFebruary 1, 2007

That special feeling

More than 12 years ago, when I first started working at SCHOOL BUS FLEET, I went on a ride-along on a school bus transporting children with spe...

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Managementby George W. GreenJanuary 1, 2007

Retired School Buses Still Serve

Did you ever wonder what eventually happens to abandoned, out-of-service school buses?

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Managementby StaffJanuary 1, 2007

Q&A: Customer Service Is Top Priority for U.S. Bus Corp.

President John Manzi says the key to success lies in understanding and meeting the end-users’ needs. Meanwhile, tough competition and rising costs provide challenges.

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Managementby Meaghan Kerins, Assistant EditorJanuary 1, 2007

Derek Graham Named SBF’s Administrator of the Year

North Carolina pupil transportation director is recognized for his numerous contributions to his state and the larger pupil transportation industry.

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