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ArticlesApril 1, 2000

Keys to the Perfect Marriage of Engine and Transmission

First, determine how the bus will be used. Second, rate the importance of performance, fuel economy and serviceability. Third, consider affordability.

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Articlesby StaffMarch 1, 2000

Harvard researchers compare diesel fuel and natural gas

In a head-to-head comparison of diesel fuel vs. natural gas in heavy trucks, the Harvard Center for Risk Analysis found, as you might expect, advantages and disadvantages for each fuel, depending on the criteria.

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ArticlesMarch 1, 2000

Improving Your Parts Inventory Management

Computerized systems can improve parts department efficiency and make a mechanic's job easier.

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ArticlesDecember 1, 1999

How to Keep Your Fleet Healthy in Cold Weather

To proof your buses against frigid temperatures, pay attention to tires, fuel, belts and hoses. And don't ignore driver training.

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ArticlesSeptember 1, 1999

Link oil-change intervals to engine hours, not mileage

When to change the oil in your school bus engine is a controversial question. The answer is an important one because it affects your operational costs and the environment.

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ArticlesSeptember 1, 1999

LEDs Poised for a Breakthrough in School Buses?

The major benefits of light-emitting diodes are increased safety and longevity, but do they outweigh the higher initial costs?

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ArticlesAugust 1, 1999

Defining the role of the service manager

The service manager or the fleet maintenance manager or whatever title you want to use is a pivotal figure of a school bus operation.

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ArticlesAugust 1, 1999

Weigh Your Options When Spec’ing a Suspension System

Finding the right balance between ride, handling and longevity requires planning and research.

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ArticlesApril 1, 1999

New maintenance survey highlights need for mechanics

Our survey found something that at first glance might seem the opposite of what you might expect. We asked: "Do you have problems recruiting and/or retaining mechanics?" The study found that managers of larger fleets were far more likely to say yes to that question than smaller fleets.

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ArticlesApril 1, 1999

Rating an oil's quality can be a slippery task

How do you choose from all the motor oils on the market? How do you even know you get what you're paying for?

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