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Explore the fuels and powertrains moving school buses beyond diesel, including electric, propane, gasoline, natural gas, renewable fuels, and biofuels. Find fleet experiences, infrastructure guidance, cost considerations, and the latest vehicle developments.

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News•January 26, 2021

First Student, First Transit Enter Bus Electrification Agreement

The transportation companies and NextEra Energy Resources plan a joint venture with a goal of electrification of tens of thousands of school and public transit vehicles.

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News•by Nicole Schlosser•January 22, 2021

DATTCO Acquires First Electric School Bus in Connecticut

The bus dealership and transportation company recently began operating its new Collins Type A All-Electric school bus to serve Middletown Public Schools.

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News•January 19, 2021

Canadian Operator Orders 60 Lion Electric School Buses

Quebec-based Autobus Séguin will integrate the buses into its fleet over a five-year period.

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News•January 19, 2021

New Engine, Fuel System Coming for Blue Bird Propane, Gasoline School Buses

As of this spring, the Vision propane and gasoline school buses will include Ford’s new 7.3L V8 engine and Gen 5, Roush CleanTech’s advanced fuel system technology.

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Articles•by Nicole Schlosser•January 15, 2021

5 Questions: Jason Gillis on Electric Buses, Pandemic Protocols

Gillis, the transportation director for Everman (Texas) Independent School District, discusses the district’s integration of electric buses, what safety measures his department has deployed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and why he wishes more people would consider a bus driving career.

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News•January 13, 2021

NTSB Issues Recommendations Related to EV Battery Fire Risks

Guidance in the federal agency’s report on four fires involving high-voltage, lithium-ion batteries includes updating emergency response procedures and providing information on the risks to emergency personnel.

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News•January 13, 2021

2021 Sustainable Fleets Report Looks to Add More Insight on Clean Tech

Gladstein, Neandross & Associates is looking for fleets to contribute to the second edition of its State of Sustainable Fleets report, covering natural gas, propane, battery-electric, and hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles fleet adoption.

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News•January 12, 2021

Proterra Going Public Following Transaction with ArcLight Clean Transition Corp.

The transaction represents an enterprise value of $1.6 billion for Proterra.

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News•by Staff•January 8, 2021

Paccar Parts Introduces Charging Stations for All Electric Vehicles

Paccar Parts is introducing new electric vehicle charging stations to support the global launch of electric vehicles.

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Articles•Cover Story•by Nicole Schlosser•January 6, 2021

Bus Electrification Partnership to Drive Cost Savings, Cleaner Air

In this Q and A, Dominion Energy’s Dan Weekley talks about fleet integration plans and dollar and power savings from vehicle-to-grid technology. Meanwhile, Thomas Built Buses offers tips for partnering with a power company.

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