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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 StaffJune 29, 2010

District pushes for increased traffic control near buses

To increase student safety, Dallas County Schools officials have reportedly asked a city council committee to pass an ordinance for zones to be created around school buses that motorists could not cross while the buses’ stop arms are deployed.

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Newsby StaffJune 29, 2010

Candidates sought for Continuing Education Award

Recipient of the NAPT award, sponsored by Thomas Built Buses, will earn a grant of up to $1,000 to cover expenses for an approved workshop.

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Newsby StaffJune 29, 2010

District pushes for increased traffic control near buses

To bolster student safety, Dallas County Schools officials have asked a city council committee to pass an ordinance for zones to be created around school buses that motorists could not cross while the buses’ stop arms are deployed.

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Newsby StaffJune 28, 2010

Bill disqualifies CDL holders for DUI offenses

Under a new Louisiana law, individuals are unable to operate a school bus for 10 years if they are convicted of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol while operating a commercial or noncommercial motor, or refuse to submit to a blood-alcohol test after being arrested for suspicion of DUI.

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Newsby StaffJune 25, 2010

Success seen with direct observation drug testing rules

Department of Transportation says that many employers and collectors have reported that drug test cheaters are being caught and numerous employees have stopped using drugs because of the added measures.

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Newsby StaffJune 25, 2010

Blue Bird to consolidate plants

North Georgia plant in LaFayette to close Aug. 30. All large bus assembly operations will be centralized at Fort Valley facility.

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Newsby StaffJune 25, 2010

Minnesota bus drivers honored for exemplary service

Six drivers receive the Minnesota School Bus Operators Association’s Transportation Specialist Award. Along with winning the award, a $1,000 check is given in each driver’s name to a scholarship fund for deserving youth in the school districts they serve.

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Newsby StaffJune 25, 2010

Winners named in annual Photo Contest

The sixth edition of SCHOOL BUS FLEET’s Photo Contest, which was open to all types of school bus-related shots, drew more than 100 entries. The winning photos were submitted by transportation professionals in Arizona, Michigan and California.

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Newsby StaffJune 24, 2010

Los Angeles district buys Thomas Built CNG units

The 130 Saf-T-Liner HDX buses will join Los Angeles Unified School District’s fleet of more than 300 alternative-fueled school buses. The district’s transportation department, which currently operates the largest CNG fleet in California, only accepts bids for buses that operate on alternative fuels.

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Newsby StaffJune 24, 2010

Delaware restores funding for school bus transportation

To meet the budget gap, the Joint Finance Committee decides to reduce the number of new buses to be purchased and the number of routes to be added for the next school year.

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