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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.  

Newsby StaffNovember 8, 2016

Trans Tech Unveils New Type A School Bus at NAPT Trade Show

The Trans Star is a 20-passenger, dual rear-wheel bus that combines signature aerodynamics with the Ford Transit platform.

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Newsby StaffNovember 7, 2016

Updated Infographics Promote Benefits of School Buses

The American School Bus Council and NHTSA revamp the “Learn the Facts” campaign materials, which highlight the safety record and other advantages of school bus transportation.

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Newsby StaffNovember 7, 2016

Zonar, NAPT Award 2016 Don Carnahan Memorial Grants

More than 30 school districts receive up to $50,000 each for school bus security, safety, and efficiency technology hardware.

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Newsby StaffNovember 7, 2016

SBF’s Frank Di Giacomo Named to NAPT Hall of Fame

Di Giacomo is recognized for his contributions to the pupil transportation community during his more than three decades with School Bus Fleet.

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Newsby StaffNovember 6, 2016

Ingrid Reitano Named SBF’s 2016 Administrator of the Year

Whether it's solving school bus challenges, confronting a state association crisis, or fighting cancer (twice), New Jersey's Reitano has overcome many obstacles in her 40-plus years in pupil transportation.

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Newsby StaffNovember 6, 2016

HSM Offers Enhanced Portable Child Restraint

The C.E. White PCR, a five-point restraint system, attaches to school bus seats and accommodates children weighing 20 to 90 pounds.

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Newsby StaffNovember 3, 2016

4 App Suppliers Join Transfinder’s Marketplace

The companies — SafeStop Inc., Synovia Solutions, Treker, and Zonar — provide apps that help parents find information about their children's bus routes, stops, and arrival times.

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Newsby StaffNovember 3, 2016

School Bus Driver in Fatal Crash Had Traffic Violations

Glenn R. Chappell of Baltimore lost a civil case over hitting a parked car, was convicted for not showing a registration card during a traffic stop, and convicted again of driving a vehicle with suspended registration, court records state. The offenses did not involve a school bus.

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Newsby StaffNovember 3, 2016

Kansas City Highlight: American Jazz Museum

Located in the historic 18th and Vine Jazz District, the museum lets visitors experience this original American art form in a variety of ways, from live shows to films and art exhibits. 

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Newsby StaffNovember 3, 2016

Study Shows Risks for Pedestrians in School Zones

In research conducted by Safe Kids Worldwide, about 80% of students were observed crossing the street in an unsafe manner, many due to distraction.

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