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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 StaffJune 1, 2006

Revamped school bus takes safety training to new level

The Owego Apalachin Central School District’s transportation department has raised the bar with its safety training program by reconfiguring a school bus to create its third SAFE (Student Accident Fire Evacuation) Bus, a mobile training station and classroom.

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Articlesby StaffJune 1, 2006

Thomas Built asks children to choose 'Driver of the Year'

Thomas Built Buses has created a contest in which school bus drivers will be honored by those who rely on them most — their passengers.

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Articlesby StaffJune 1, 2006

Conference keeps transporters on track with technology

More than 200 pupil transportation professionals convened here during the first week of April to network, share strategies and learn about new technology.

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Articlesby StaffJune 1, 2006

Spec'ing tips offered at CASTO conference

SAN DIEGO — The importance of writing proper bus specifications was emphasized by Charlie Hood, Florida’s state pupil transportation director, during a session at the 38th annual conference of the California Association of School Transportation Officials in San Diego.

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Articlesby StaffJune 1, 2006

Around the Industry

Here's a look at what's new with several of this year's Top 50 Contractors as well as the group that brings many of them together: the National School Transportation Association.

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Articlesby StaffJune 1, 2006

Q&A: Rising Fuel, Bus Prices are Key Challenges

International's Michael Cancelliere says school bus operators need to examine idling practices and routing efficiency to minimize the impact of high fuel prices. Meanwhile, he predicts a 5 to 8 percent increase in volume of bus sales this year.

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Articlesby StaffJune 1, 2006

A Closer Look at School Bus Lifecycle Costs

Pupil transportation operations are facing the same challenges -- escalating fuel costs, greater demands from parents and schools and crunched budgets.

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Articlesby StaffApril 1, 2006

Profile of a school bus pioneer

Mary Amyot may be a new name to many people in our industry today. But her name is one that should be known for the contributions she made in New York state and across the nation.

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Articlesby StaffApril 1, 2006

Conference focuses on collaboration, communication

ORLANDO, Fla. — Warm weather and cool vibes helped usher in the 15th National Conference & Exhibition on Transporting Students with Disabilities and Preschoolers.

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Articlesby StaffApril 1, 2006

<I>SBF</I> Photo Contest returns

TORRANCE, Calif. — Grab your camera and start shooting — it’s time for SCHOOL BUS FLEET’s Second Annual Photo Contest! This year’s competit...

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