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Thomas McMahon

Executive Editor

Thomas had covered the pupil transportation industry with School Bus Fleet since 2002. When he's not writing articles about yellow buses, he enjoys running long distances and making a joyful noise with his guitar.

School Bus Fleet Blogby Thomas McMahonFebruary 12, 2018

How My Son Got Back on the Bus

If all went well, this would be his first time taking the bus home from school since nearly three years ago, when he stopped riding after enduring various issues on board.

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Articlesby Thomas McMahonFebruary 8, 2018

5 Questions: Blake Krapf on NSTA Strategy, Tax Reform Impact

The NSTA president shares insights on NSTA initiatives, the widespread driver shortage, and the recently passed tax reform bill.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonFebruary 7, 2018

Teen Climbs Through School Bus Roof Hatch, Runs Away From School

The student reportedly yells at school staff from the roof of the bus, climbs back in, and then flees.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonFebruary 6, 2018

American School Bus Council Launches 2018 Love the Bus Campaign

As part of this year’s campaign, ASBC will award gift cards to the top social media posts that highlight Love the Bus celebrations.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonFebruary 6, 2018

Reminder: Input Needed for School Bus Maintenance Survey

Take part in School Bus Fleet’s survey that covers technician pay, fleet age, top shop challenges, and other topics.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonFebruary 6, 2018

School Bus Driver Killed by Backing Bus

Richard Proffitt of Virginia was standing behind a bus at a transportation facility when it fatally struck him.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonFebruary 2, 2018

Q’Straint Offers Training Webinar Series

The sessions provide guidance on securing bus passengers who use wheelchairs.

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Articlesby Thomas McMahonFebruary 1, 2018

Q&A: Collins Bus Boss Sees More Analytics, Alt-Fuels Ahead

Matt Scheuler points to renewed interest in alternative fuels, including new electric school buses as well as propane and CNG. He also shares parents’ reactions to the new Collins Low-Floor bus.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonJanuary 31, 2018

Speed-Limiting Technology Offered for School Buses

The SafeSpeed device uses GPS to automatically limit vehicle speed in real time according to posted speed limits.

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School Bus Fleet Blogby Thomas McMahonJanuary 30, 2018

Is the School Bus Warning Light System Clear Enough?

A petitioner asked NHTSA to make changes to the way warning lights are displayed when school buses are stopping to load or unload passengers.

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