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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.  

Articlesby StaffAugust 2, 2012

Catch stop-arm runners in their tracks

Many operations are turning to exterior cameras to help capture — and deter — illegal passing of school buses. Here are details on six systems that can collect crucial evidence.

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Newsby StaffAugust 2, 2012

LBS South acquires IC Bus distribution rights

The company completes a deal with Jacksonville-based Rivers Bus and RV Sales for the rights. Officials say they plan to expand the capabilities of the former Rivers Bus facility and expand its product line. LBS South will offer a range of training, service and support to customers.

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Newsby StaffAugust 2, 2012

NAPT Summit adds 2 speakers

Michael Eugene of Orange County Public Schools in Orlando, Fla., and Anne S. Ferro of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration are scheduled to speak at the National Association for Pupil Transportation's 2012 Summit in Memphis in October.

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Newsby StaffAugust 2, 2012

NTSB cites driver fatigue, lax oversight in fatal crash

A motorcoach operated by Sky Express Inc. struck a cable barrier and overturned last May, killing four passengers. The agency finds that the driver's schedule limited his opportunity for sleep in the 72 hours leading up to the crash, and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration repeatedly failed to enforce safety regulations against Sky Express.

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Newsby StaffAugust 2, 2012

Mike Iben named CEO of Auto Safety House

Iben joins the Thomas Built Buses dealership in Arizona with 10 years of experience in the school and commercial bus industry. He replaces Eugene Humphrey, who served Auto Safety House for six years.

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Newsby StaffAugust 1, 2012

First Student names location manager, wins new contract

Dave Chappell will oversee all transportation operations in Greensboro, N.C., including safety and maintenance for Guilford County Schools. In other news, the company will provide school transportation for the Nebraska panhandle under a four-year agreement with Gering and Scottsbluff Public Schools.

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Newsby StaffAugust 1, 2012

Bill would set inspection standards for wheelchair lifts

Under the Ohio legislation, the rules adopted and enforced by the state Department of Safety would require that each lift installed on a vehicle used for pupil transportation be inspected by a person certified by the lift’s manufacturer. The inspector would need to sign a form attesting to the lift’s compliance with the rules.

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Newsby StaffJuly 31, 2012

District transportation director dies suddenly

After attending his sons' basketball games, Rock Hill (S.C.) Schools Transportation Director Anthony White checks himself into the hospital for side pain and what he thinks is pneumonia. He is declared dead the next morning.

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Newsby StaffJuly 31, 2012

3 boys charged with school bus vandalism

The boys are accused of driving eight buses around a Delaware lot, damaging 15 vehicles, perimeter fence and gates. Damage is estimated at more than $22,500.

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Newsby StaffJuly 31, 2012

Versatrans solution manages ridership fee payments

Versatrans Pay to Ride from Tyler Technologies Inc. provides tools to handle billing, invoicing and payment processing, all through a web-based interface for school districts and the families of their students. Multiple payment options are available, and enrollment plans are customizable.

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