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ArticlesOctober 1, 2008

Technology on the horizon: polyurethane tires

In our changing world, technological advances seem to come at us every day. Some are introduced gradually into our lives, such as the various typ...

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Newsby StaffSeptember 18, 2008

New Jersey inspectors ensure school buses are safe for travel

Sharon Harrington, chief administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC), recently joined its School Bus Inspection Unit during a scheduled inspection of the Jackson Township Board of Education’s fleet.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 18, 2008

‘America’s Best’ named in school bus competition

A school bus technician from New Jersey and an inspector from North Carolina last week earned the title of “America’s Best” in their respective fields.

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ArticlesSeptember 1, 2008

Drilling Down on Fleet Maintenance: Part 3 of 3

In the July issue of SBF, I discussed what is involved with maintaining a fleet of vehicles and introduced you to 10 sources that are ...

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Newsby StaffAugust 19, 2008

IC Bus to host maintenance class in October

WARRENVILLE, Ill. — IC Bus will host a new class in October for school district service technicians. “IC University” will provide attendee...

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A school bus in a maintenance bay with the engine exposed.
Articlesby Claire AtkinsonAugust 1, 2008

One Month to a Safer, More Efficient Bus Garage

Safety and efficiency are a priority for any school bus operation, but maintaining the highest possible standards in the garage every day can be a...

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ArticlesAugust 1, 2008

Drilling Down on Fleet Maintenance: Part 2 of 3

In the July issue of SBF, I discussed what is involved with maintaining a fleet of vehicles and introduced you to 10 sources that a...

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Newsby StaffJuly 2, 2008

NSTA releases 2008 maintenance workshop details

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The National School Transportation Association (NSTA) has partnered with Thomas Built Buses, IC Bus, Blue Bird Corp. and Collins Bu...

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ArticlesJuly 1, 2008

Drilling Down on Fleet Maintenance: Part 1 of 3

Maintaining a fleet of vehicles is much more involved than twisting wrenches and changing fluids. Operating a reliable and safe fleet of vehicles dem...

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ArticlesJuly 1, 2008

All's fair in love and fuel

Around this time last year in my column, I noted my surprise that the price of gasoline had risen above $3 a gallon. Well, that seems like a bargain t...

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