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Alternative Fuelsby Thomas Built BusesApril 15, 2017

Diesel is the New Alternative Fuel

With advances in engine technology and fuel formulations, diesel fuel is now just as clean – if not cleaner at the tailpipe – than any other alternative fuel. Today, clean diesel is now the new "alternative fuel."

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Safetyby Thomas McMahonApril 12, 2017

5 Questions: Todd Monteferrario on Transportation Policies, Autonomous Vehicles

The National School Transportation Association president discusses the new administration in Washington, the shortage of school bus drivers, and the potential impact of autonomous technology.

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ManagementCover Storyby Thomas McMahonApril 10, 2017

7 Trends in School Bus Video Surveillance

High-definition video recording, wireless management features,and 360-degree views are among the latest surveillance optionsthat are gaining popularity.

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Safetyby Nicole SchlosserApril 5, 2017

5 Tips for Planning School Bus Security Training Exercises

Enlisting support, alleviating fears by preparing staff for possible scenarios, getting buy-in from administrators, and familiarizing law enforcement with school buses can all strengthen safety.

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Managementby James BlueMarch 28, 2017

Legislators Need Education on School Buses

James Blue, School Bus Fleet's general manager and publisher, weighs in on recent bills across the U.S. that have taken aim at school bus safety.

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Managementby Ronna WeberMarch 27, 2017

NSTA Advocacy in Action — How You Can Become an Advocate

New congressional officials and their teams are learning a whole host of new things as they begin their service, and they also need to learn about school bus transportation in order to better represent the industry's needs.

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Managementby Mike MartinMarch 27, 2017

NAPT News & Views — NHTSA Proposes Project to Gather Seat Belt Info

NAPT's executive director says that eliminating confusion, getting answers, and having additional information would go a long way toward advancing state and local consideration of lap-shoulder belts in school buses.

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Maintenanceby Nancy Kirk, Editorial AssistantMarch 24, 2017

School Bus Driver Seats Adjust to a Variety of Needs

In addition to safety and durability, driver seats offer various options for height and comfort.

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Maintenanceby Nicole SchlosserMarch 23, 2017

5 New School Bus Shop Tools

An app that helps track maintenance and fuel, a remote-controlled mobile column lift, and a portable LED work light are among the latest offerings that can assist in school bus maintenance.

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Safetyby Thomas McMahonMarch 23, 2017

5 Questions: Diana Hollander on Stop-Arm Running, Seat Belts

In this new series, we pose five pertinent questions to a notable person in pupil transportation. Our second discussion is with Diana Hollander, Nevada’s state director of pupil transportation and president of NASDPTS.

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