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Newsby StaffApril 3, 2017

Diesel Engine Oils Meeting New Standards Now Available

The American Petroleum Institute has licensed more than 400 oils that meet the CK-4 and FA-4 standards approved by the association last year.

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Newsby StaffMarch 30, 2017

Blue Bird Vision Gasoline School Bus Certified by EPA, CARB

The gasoline-powered Type C school bus, which uses a Ford 6.8L V10 engine, is now certified to the federal standard of 0.20 g/bhp-hr for NOx emissions.

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Newsby StaffMarch 29, 2017

Technician Training Offered for Blue Bird Propane School Buses

The two-day workshop will cover maintenance of the Roush CleanTech propane autogas fuel system on Blue Bird Vision school buses.

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ArticlesMarch 24, 2017

School Bus Driver Seats Adjust to a Variety of Needs

In addition to safety and durability, driver seats offer various options for height and comfort.

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Articlesby Nicole SchlosserMarch 23, 2017

5 New School Bus Shop Tools

An app that helps track maintenance and fuel, a remote-controlled mobile column lift, and a portable LED work light are among the latest offerings that can assist in school bus maintenance.

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Newsby StaffMarch 22, 2017

2 Colorado Districts Team Up With Enterprise Fleet Management

The fleet business works with Adams 12 Five Star Schools and Boulder Valley School District to help boost the quality and efficiency of support vehicles.

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Newsby StaffMarch 21, 2017

Blue Bird, HSM Unveil New Convertible Seating Solution

The convertible NextGen seat is designed to allow customers to change the seat back frame to have a three-point or child-restraint seat without having to purchase new seats for reinstallation into a bus.

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Newsby StaffMarch 20, 2017

Titan Bus Names First 2 Dealers

The Type A school bus newcomer launches its dealer network with Bobby’s Truck and Bus Repair in Ohio and Signature Bus Sales in New England.

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ArticlesMarch 16, 2017

6 Benefits of Utilizing a Driver as a Mechanic’s Helper

A school bus driver who assists in the shop can help improve communication, boost productivity, and increase safety, all while saving money for the transportation department.

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StatisticsMarch 16, 2017

Maintenance Survey 2017

This survey is sent to managers and technicians at school district transportation departments and contractors. Survey topics include bus-to-technician ratio, fleet age, technician pay, parts purchasing and training sources.

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