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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 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.
News•by Staff•May 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."
News•by Staff•May 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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News•by Staff•May 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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A graphic with an image of a school bus's rear bumper, a Transfinder logo, and text reading "More District Installs Across the U.S."
News•by Staff•April 29, 2026

More Districts Tap Transfinder for Routing, Tracking, and Communication Tools

See which users in Illinois, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania are adopting Transfinder’s routing, tracking, and parent apps.

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A woman holds a tablet and waves at children disembarking a school bus.
News•by Staff•April 21, 2026

Zum Raises $100 Million, Cites ‘Transportation Anxiety Crisis’ in New Research

New funding and national research highlight student transportation challenges as Zum looks to scale its Connected Mobility Experience platform nationwide.

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A man looking at a laptop screen with HopSkipDrive RideIQ information.
News•by Staff•April 15, 2026

HopSkipDrive Launches New Tool to Simplify District Billing

The new RideIQ feature automates invoice grouping by funding source, reducing manual work and improving transparency for school transportation teams.

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Image of the outdoor vehicle expo at Virginia Clean Cities' Rally at Richmond event.
News•by Staff•April 13, 2026

Virginia Clean Cities Celebrates 30 Years, Highlights Award Winners in School Bus Innovation

At its annual rally, the organization spotlighted propane and electric school bus advancements while recognizing leaders driving forward-looking student transportation.

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An image of a school bus driving on a road in Malibu with text reading "2026 Industry Honors in School Transportation."
News•by Staff•April 10, 2026

School Transportation Companies Earn Top Honors in 2026

From tech advancements to standout workplace cultures, see which key players across the school transportation sector are earning national recognition.

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Graphic featuring a headshot of Michael Graham, Vice Chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board, wearing a dark suit and red tie against an orange gradient background, with “Leadership Update” and School Bus Fleet branding on the left.
News•by Staff•April 8, 2026

NTSB Names Michael Graham Vice Chair: Where He Stands on School Bus Safety

A former airline pilot has stepped into a new role at the independent federal agency, but where does he stand on issues like seat belts on school buses? Here’s what he’s said.

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News•by Staff•April 6, 2026

Enter Now: School Bus Fleet’s 2026 Photo of the Year Contest

We're looking for winner-worthy photos of the big yellow bus, so check your camera roll and send us your best shots. SBF’s Photo of the Year contest closes May 31.

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