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Amanda Huggett

Executive Editor

Amanda Huggett is the executive editor for School Bus Fleet. She started at Bobit Business Media in 2021 and was previously the managing editor for several of its sister fleet group brands, including Automotive Fleet, Fleet Forward, and Auto Rental News. 

An adept and passionate content and communications professional, Huggett graduated with a B.S. in mass communications from Minnesota State University Moorhead. Her background and love of journalism began at the local newspaper and continued at a major casino industry trade publication. She has over a decade of media and marketing experience across a range of industries.

Based in Minneapolis and a self-proclaimed cat lady, she can often be found spending time with her four cats, working a jigsaw puzzle, researching her family tree, or enjoying her favorite '90s sitcoms.

Huggett welcomes feedback from SBF readers and experts in the school transportation space. Reach out to her if you've got an idea or tip to share!


Promotional graphic for “The Route” by School Bus Fleet featuring BusRight CEO Keith Corso smiling against a bright yellow background. Large text reads “Tech That Changes Routes (and Lives).” The graphic includes “Sponsored by IC Bus” branding and identifies Corso as a guest from BusRight.
Videosby Amanda HuggettMay 14, 2026

The Secret Behind Better School Bus Tech? ‘Magical Hospitality’

How does Keith Corso and BusRight truly empower their customers? It all comes down to exceeding expectations. Hear more about the secret sauce behind this 2026 SBF award winner in his own words. The Route is sponsored by IC Bus.

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Graphic showing a wide overhead view of the ACT Expo 2026 trade show floor filled with exhibitors, charging technology displays, and attendees. A black overlay on the right side features the text “Top Trends from ACT Expo” alongside the ACT Expo logo and School Bus Fleet branding.
Back on the Busby Amanda HuggettMay 14, 2026

Key Trends Shaping The Future of School Transportation: ACT Expo Analysis

What’s next for the school bus market? We walked the show floor in Vegas to find out. From AI and V2G to battery breakthroughs and alt-fuel innovation, here’s what stood out.

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Thumbnail image for a School Bus Fleet video at ACT Expo featuring an IC Bus representative standing beside a yellow electric CE Series school bus. Overlay text reads “IC Bus” and “1,500 EV School Buses,” with School Bus Fleet and ACT Expo branding in the top left corner.
Videosby Amanda HuggettMay 12, 2026

Inside IC Bus’ Next-Gen Electric CE Series School Bus

In this video from ACT Expo, IC Bus EV sales director Alec Borror discusses next-generation electric school buses, driver feedback, and the future of bus electrification.

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Attendees gather across the ACT Expo opening reception and exhibit hall featuring major commercial vehicle and electrification brands.
Photo Galleriesby Amanda HuggettMay 12, 2026

Clean & New School Bus Technology on Display: ACT Expo 2026 Highlights in Photos

ACT Expo 2026 showcased the latest innovations in electric school buses, fleet charging, AI, V2G technology, diagnostics, and clean transportation. Check out the highlights from Blue Bird, IC Bus, Thomas Built Buses, RIDE, Cummins, Geotab, and more.

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Thumbnail for a School Bus Fleet video at ACT Expo featuring Tellus Power executive Srikanth Kanaparthi discussing large-scale vehicle-to-grid technology for electric school buses, with on-screen text reading “School Bus V2G at Scale.”
Videosby Amanda HuggettMay 11, 2026

Can School Buses Power the Grid? Tellus Power Says Bet on V2G

In this ACT Expo video, Tellus Power’s Srikanth Kanaparthi discusses large-scale vehicle-to-grid charging, EV infrastructure growth, and why school buses are the ideal platform for fleet electrification.

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A Noregon representative stands at the company’s ACT Expo booth promoting smarter vehicle diagnostics, telematics integration, and maintenance tools for commercial and school bus fleets.
Videosby Amanda HuggettMay 9, 2026

How Advanced Diagnostics Helps Bus Fleets Stay Ahead of Repairs

Chat with Noregon’s Kevin Smallhorn at ACT Expo about bus diagnostic tools, telematics integration, CNG maintenance support, and strategies to help reduce downtime and improve uptime.

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Two Blue Bird executives stand in front of a school bus at ACT Expo while discussing propane and electric school bus technology, infrastructure, and alternative fuel options.
Videosby Amanda HuggettMay 8, 2026

Propane vs. EV School Buses: Blue Bird Execs Talk Alt-Fuel Progress

Check in with Blue Bird's alternative fuel managers as they discuss school bus options, infrastructure challenges, district fuel choice, EPA 2027 regulations, and the future of alt-fuel student transportation.

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Graphic of a wheelchair with text reading “Avoid These 32 Wheelchair Mistakes” and School Bus Fleet logo on a blue gradient background

The Most Common Wheelchair Securement Mistakes on School Buses (and How to Fix Them)

Small missteps in wheelchair securement can have serious consequences. Here are 32 tips from experts to reduce risk and increase student safety on the bus.

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School Bus Fleet “On the Road” graphic featuring Maritza Valentin of AMF Bruns America inside a mobility equipment showroom in Ohio, highlighting accessible bus solutions.
Videosby Amanda HuggettApril 23, 2026

Inside AMF Bruns’ New Showroom: School Bus Securement Solutions Explained

Go inside AMF Bruns America’s new Ohio showroom with Maritza Valentin to see its FutureSafe technology, driver training tools, securement systems, and seating innovations.

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