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Keep school buses safe, reliable, and on the road with practical guidance for fleet maintenance and shop operations. Here, we cover preventive maintenance, diagnostics, parts and equipment, technician training, and more.

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Articles•March 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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Statistics•March 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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Articles•Cover Story•by Nicole Schlosser•March 15, 2017

Cobb County Shop Turns to Gasoline Buses to Cut Costs, Recruit Techs

The Georgia district’s purchase of 25 gasoline school buses, addition of bus bays, and ongoing internship and inspection training programs have benefited drivers and students.

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Products•March 15, 2017

Timer Switch

The 5600 Timer Box is designed to provide flexible, efficient switching of LED lights in a compact unit.

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News•by Staff•March 15, 2017

New Detroit DD8 Engine Revealed

The 7.7-liter medium-duty diesel engine will be offered for the Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX school bus starting in 2018.

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News•by Thomas McMahon•March 14, 2017

Oregon District Fixing School Buses After 2 Fires

Following two recent bus fires, Klamath County School District sidelined 14 buses of the same model and year. Now the district is making changes to wires and hydraulic lines.

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News•by Staff•March 14, 2017

3 All-Star Transportation Maintenance Facilities Earn ASE Blue Seal of Excellence

The award recognizes the skill and training of Connecticut-based All-Star Transportation's 30 service technicians. 

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News•by Staff•March 14, 2017

Rotary Lift Expands Mach Flex Mobile Column Lift Lineup

The supplier’s remote-controlled lift lineup now includes the MCHF13 FLEX lift, which provides 13,000 pounds of capacity per column.

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News•by Thomas McMahon•March 13, 2017

Titan to Bring New Type A to School Bus Market

Brian Barrington, an industry veteran and VP of the new venture, says that the Titan Bus line will boast a wider body and entry door, along with standard equipment like LED lighting, tinted glass, and a multiplex system.

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News•by Thomas McMahon•March 8, 2017

2 Atlanta Fleet Leaders Earn ASE Master Certification

Oliver Baird and Brian Purtymun of Atlanta Public Schools attain the Master School Bus Technician designation.

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