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Our team of enterprising editors bring years of experience covering the fleet industry. We offer a deep understanding of trends and the ever-evolving landscapes we cover in fleet, trucking, and transportation.  

Graphic for School Bus Fleet's "Changing Lanes" July 2026 personnel roundup featuring headshots of six industry professionals: Jamie Smith (AMF Buns), Dan Strock (Pro-Vision), Kyndra Webb (HopSkipDrive Council), Jared Schnader (CALSTART), Alycia Gilde (CALSTART), and Micah Enterz (Kooner Fleet Management Solutions), displayed on an orange geometric background.
Newsby StaffJuly 31, 2026

Changing Lanes: AMF Bruns, Pro-Vision, CALSTART, HopSkipDrive, & Kooner

Check out who's been hired, promoted, and appointed to leadership positions at various school transportation industry suppliers and nonprofits.

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Collage highlighting NYAPT's 50th anniversary conference, featuring awards presentations, NYAPT President Marc Medina speaking, packed educational sessions, and the event's "Back to the Future" theme celebrating 50 years of pupil transportation leadership.
Photo Galleriesby StaffJuly 20, 2026

Photos: NYAPT Celebrates 50 Years at 2026 Conference & Trade Show

See highlights from NYAPT's 50th anniversary conference in Saratoga Springs, featuring educational sessions, awards, a trade show, networking, and more.

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Promotional graphic for School Bus Fleet's district fleet survey. Text reads "Districts: Tell Us About Your Fleet" alongside a row of yellow school buses. Survey closes Sept. 25, 2026.
Newsby StaffJuly 13, 2026

School Districts: How Does Your Fleet Compare? Weigh In On SBF's 2026 Survey

Share how current trends are affecting your fleet operations, from vehicles and fuels to drivers, safety concerns, and contractor usage. We need your insights to benchmark annual industry data!

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Graphic announcing the EPA's proposed 2027 heavy-duty engine rule changes, featuring an open school bus engine compartment in the background with the EPA logo and the headline, "The EPA's 2027 Proposal Is Here. What's Changing?" alongside School Bus Fleet branding.
Newsby StaffJuly 11, 2026

EPA Unveils Proposed Changes to 2027 Heavy-Duty Engine Rules

The federal agency has proposed changes to next year’s targets that would eliminate DEF derates, ease warranty requirements, and retain current NOx emissions standards.

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Promotional graphic for School Bus Fleet ConneX (SBFX) 2026 announcing keynote speaker Ann Vote. The image features a headshot of Vote, a leadership and workplace culture coach, alongside event branding and text noting her appearance at SBFX 2026. A background photo shows attendees networking outdoors at a resort-style venue.
Newsby StaffJune 30, 2026

SBFX Keynote Announced: Ann Vote to Share Tips on Leadership and Team Culture

Find out who will be providing this year's keynote at SBFX in Scottsdale this September and what else to expect. District and contractor bus operators are invited to apply and attend at no cost!

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A black and white image of a school bus technician checking diagnostics as part of a graphic with text reading "How Do Today's School Bus Manufacturers Measure Up?"
Newsby StaffJune 10, 2026

Drivers and Technicians: Help Benchmark Today's School Bus Manufacturers

Compare leading school bus manufacturers based on real-world driving and maintenance experience. Share your feedback on visibility, reliability, serviceability, comfort, technology, and more.

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Image of the front of a school bus with text reading "2026 Industry Awards in School Transportation."
Newsby StaffMay 20, 2026

What Student Transportation Companies Are Landing on Time’s Most Influential List, and More

From AI-powered safety platforms to electric fleet innovation, companies across the student transportation industry are earning national recognition for reshaping how students get to school safely and sustainably.

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Graphic with the headline "Survey Says: Diesel Costs & District Budgets" on a teal background. The School Bus Fleet logo appears alongside a fuel pump icon, directional arrows, and a yellow warning sign featuring a black oil droplet, illustrating a story about rising diesel costs and school district transportation budgets.
Newsby StaffMay 20, 2026

Survey: Rising Diesel Costs Prompt Route Changes, Budget Adjustments for School Districts

A new AASA, ASBO, and NAPT survey finds districts are absorbing higher diesel costs through route optimization, budget adjustments, and reserve funds while largely protecting instructional programs.

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Graphic with part of a school bus and text reading "Fatal Accident in Brooklyn."
Newsby StaffMay 5, 2026

9-Year-Old Boy Killed by School Bus at Busy Brooklyn Intersection

A Williamsburg community is mourning after a child was fatally struck by a private yeshiva bus, prompting calls for urgent safety improvements at the high-traffic crossing.

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A blue and white graphic with text reading "2026 Safety & Operations Report" with an image of the cover of the report.
Newsby StaffMay 4, 2026

Does Reliable School Transportation Boost Attendance? EverDriven’s Data Says Yes

The new data shows 99.99% incident-free trips and strong on-time performance, reinforcing how dependable transportation, especially for vulnerable student populations, can help districts combat chronic absenteeism.

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