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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!

Articlesby Amanda HuggettFebruary 18, 2025

Celebrating Black Voices in Student Transportation: Alexander Kevelier

Meet one of many inspiring faces behind the bus as we honor Black History Month. Alexander Kevelier, Blue Bird’s marketing manager, discusses his path to success, raising a Black son and daughter in the world today, and the value of being open.

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Articlesby Amanda HuggettFebruary 14, 2025

12 New Maintenance Products for the Shop and the Bus

A new lift, maintenance and tracking software, metal lubricant, warranty tracking, and tire and oil solutions, are just some of the latest products geared toward the school bus shop.

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Videosby Amanda HuggettFebruary 14, 2025

Planning & Considerations for School Bus Electrification [VIDEO]

Thinking about dipping your toes into the water with clean vehicles? Alise Crippen from CALSTART shares tips and resources for fleet electrification here, plus reactions to the uncertainty around federal programs. And of course, news and updates to keep you informed.

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Articlesby Amanda HuggettFebruary 10, 2025

Celebrating Black Voices in Student Transportation: Rose Lee

Meet one of many inspiring faces behind the bus as we honor Black History Month. Rose Lee, a publicist-turned-transportation director in California, shares her experience as a Black woman and how we can all work together to create inclusive spaces for all.

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Articlesby Amanda HuggettFebruary 5, 2025

Celebrating Black Voices in Student Transportation: Mario Ross

Meet just one of many incredible faces behind the bus as we honor Black History Month. Mario Ross, a school bus driver from Kentucky, shares his experience as gay Black man in society and what steps transportation teams can make to create safe spaces for all.

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Videosby Amanda HuggettFebruary 3, 2025

Why Do You Love the Bus? [VIDEO]

Celebrate Love the Bus Month with us! Hear from four school transportation pros as they share why they each love the bus.

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Videosby Amanda HuggettJanuary 31, 2025

5 Inspiring Women in School Transportation: What They Said [VIDEO]

What advice do successful women in student transportation have for aspiring leaders? Watch as five women answer this very question in this video!

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Newsby Amanda HuggettJanuary 29, 2025

Remembering Terry Van Der Aa

A former Contractor of the Year and NSTA president turned consultant, this week we mourn the loss of one more great in student transportation.

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Articlesby Amanda HuggettJanuary 29, 2025

5 Questions: Teena Mitchell on Tech, Training, and Transforming Special Needs Transportation

Meet Teena Mitchell, a dedicated advocate for special needs transportation. In this Q&A, the Greenville County Schools coordinator and NAPT president shares insights on industry advancements, behavior strategies, and bridging gaps in special education transportation.

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Charge Ahead or Pump the Brakes? Exploring the Safety and Future of Electric School Buses
Back on the Busby Amanda HuggettJanuary 28, 2025

Electric vs. Diesel: Will Recent Fires Stall the EV Push? [Op/Ed]

Two recent school bus fires involving electric buses fuel the question: Where are we headed with electric adoption, and will diesel be the mainstay longer than we thought?

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