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Share your maintenance best practices, component care ideas, and any innovative approaches your operation takes to keep your yellow buses running longer.
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New school buses aren’t cheap and funding isn’t unlimited, so how does your transportation operation make the most of existing assets and keep older buses running their routes? We’re hoping to tap into the expertise of our readers to help get the word out about how best to extend the lifespans of the buses available today while waiting on the funds for the latest technology.
We invite you to share your thoughts on the following aspects:
Maintenance Best Practices: What are the most effective routine maintenance procedures and schedules that you've found to be successful in prolonging bus life?
Component Care: What specific components, such as engines, transmissions, electrical systems, and chassis, require special attention to prevent premature wear and tear?
Winterization Strategies: How can we prepare our buses for harsh winter conditions to prevent weather-related damage and ensure reliable cold-weather performance?
Innovative Approaches: Are there any emerging technologies, tools, or techniques that you believe could revolutionize how we maintain our buses for longevity?
Driver Training Impact: How can proper driver training contribute to reducing wear and tear on buses and increasing their lifespan?
Record Keeping and Analysis: What methods have you found effective for keeping detailed maintenance records and analyzing trends to proactively address issues?
Please post your suggestions as comments here on the School Bus Fleet website or feel free to email ideas to info@schoolbusfleet.com.
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