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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.  

A BYD | RIDE Type D school bus.
Newsby StaffSeptember 26, 2025

RIDE Receives Battery Manufacturing Grant

Six suggested recipients will split California Energy Commission grant funds through Calstart’s co-implemented PowerForward Program.

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A graphic introducing Daimler Truck Specialty Vehicles.
Newsby StaffSeptember 25, 2025

Thomas Built Buses, FCCC Unite as Daimler Truck Specialty Vehicles

By merging Thomas Built Buses and FCCC, Daimler aims to accelerate innovation, improve efficiency, and strengthen its specialty vehicle portfolio.

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An orange graphic with the September 2025 SBF magazine cover and text reading "New Issue Alert!"
Newsby StaffSeptember 24, 2025

Now Online: School Bus Fleet's September 2025 Safety Issue

From our inaugural Driver Hero award to the illegal passing problem, NSTB on safety, vaping on the bus, and accountability in bus driver retention, don't miss these articles.

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Articlesby StaffSeptember 19, 2025

A Quick Guide to School Bus Alternative Fuels: Key Terms for Going Green

From propane to electric, discover alternative fuel options for powering school buses. This is your primer to key definitions and how each compares to diesel.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 17, 2025

Frank Di Giacomo Named Posthumously to APTA Hall of Fame

The former SBF and METRO publisher has received a prestigious honor from the public transit association after his retirement and passing.

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Blue, white and green graphic with a Foley logo and text reading "Foley Launches All-in-One Platform."
Newsby StaffSeptember 16, 2025

Foley Launches All-in-One Platform for Fleet Hiring, Onboarding, and DOT Compliance

The new software aims to help fleet managers cut delays, track compliance, and streamline driver management with automated tools and smart alerts.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 16, 2025

LION Buses Return to Service After Fire in Canada

Over a thousand electric buses were sidelined across the country as a Lion-branded school bus caught fire last week.

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cover of the new NSTSP manual
Newsby StaffSeptember 11, 2025

2025 National Specs and Procedures Manual Now Available

The updated NSTSP book is now complete, the final result of the most recent National Congress on School Transportation, which set new best-practice standards for the industry.

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Image of Plattsburgh, N.Y., Micro Bird facility.
Newsby StaffSeptember 10, 2025

Micro Bird Celebrates U.S. Facility Grand Opening

With a $38M investment, the new Plattsburgh facility expands Micro Bird’s U.S. footprint, adding jobs and doubling bus production capacity.

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A student crosses the street in front of a school bus.
Newsby StaffSeptember 5, 2025

Connecticut District Launches School Bus Safety Program with BusPatrol

From Connecticut to Florida, stop-arm camera programs show early success in reducing violations and repeat offenses.

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