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What You Don’t Know About Your Routing System Could Cost You

More and more districts are issuing RFPs for new routing systems with the goal of finding cost savings and greater efficiency. What they don’t know, is trading in their current system for a new one might not be the best way to achieve their goals. If you are considering the implementation of a new system, it’s critical you first evaluate the utilization and potential of your current system. It could save you the effort required for the RFP process and a great deal of money.

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ASTP Acquires New Midwest Expansion Partner

American Student Transportation Partners, Inc. (ASTP) partners with Assisted Transportation Services, Inc. (ATS), to further provide transportation services to students and families in the Midwest.

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Navistar Recognizes 2023 Top Suppliers with Awards

The 2023 Supplier Excellence Awards have been designed to recognize suppliers in two major...

The Performance Awards recipients are ranked from platinum to bronze, measured through excellence in quality, delivery, cost, etc. The Leadership awards recognize suppliers’ excellence in customer service, logistics, general procurement, and quality.

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PHOTOS: SBFX's 2023 Return in Scottsdale

As SBFX 2023 attendees checked in for the event, they had an opportunity to get a close-up of a...

School Bus Fleet ConneX brings school bus operators and suppliers together to discuss emerging technology, as well as solutions to common problems for pupil transportation fleets.

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Thomas Built Recognizes New Platinum Support Dealers

Thomas Built established the Platinum Support program in 2015.

The dealers are branches of First Truck Centre in British Columbia.

Safeguarding Student Data: ChatGPT in School Transportation

Make sure your district employs best practices to protect student data if you're using ChatGPT...

Explore how school transportation leaders can harness ChatGPT's AI prowess while prioritizing student data security. Dive into best practices, proactive measures, and robust training protocols for a secure digital transition.

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Lion Electric Announces Management Changes

Nicolas Brunet, previously appointed as executive vice president and CFO since 2019, has been appointed president, while Richard Coulombe, the senior vice president of strategic initiatives, takes Brunet's old position.

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Looking for the Next Round of Trailblazing School Transportation Leaders

Whether these leaders work behind the wheel, at a desk, or under the hood, we want to hear about...

School Bus Fleet seeks young up-and-coming leaders in the student transportation industry to highlight in a 2024 issue.

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Zum Apologizes for Challenging Start in Maryland

The Howard County Public School System in Maryland was short about 100 drivers even before 30...

The company, which won a contract from Howard County Public School System earlier this year, had to cancel bus routes as it continues to put drivers at the wheel.

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Durham School Services Driver Wins Educator Award

School bus driver David Leak (center) is shown here with Durham School Services location general...

David Leak, a DSS driver in Arizona, received the Congressman Juan Ciscomani American Dream Inspirational Educator Award.

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New York Bracing for School Bus Staff Strike with Academic Year Ahead

Tens of thousands of New York City school students could be affected by a strike by school...

If negotiations fail between the union and school bus contractors, a strike could affect 80,000 students in the five boroughs.

Revolutionizing the Ride: A Closer Look at Innovating Type A School Buses

Trans Tech's John Phraner prides his company's focus on school bus safety and innovation.

Discover the latest breakthroughs in Type A school bus design that are elevating safety standards, embracing eco-friendly technology, and incorporating smart features.

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School Bus Summer [VIDEO]

Executive Editor of School Bus Fleet, Wes Platt, recaps top news from schoolbusfleet.com, including the new IC Bus reveal, Proterra's bankruptcy, the SBF dealership survey, and Carina Noble's farewell as president of NSTA.

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Zum Survey: Parents Want School Bus System Improvements

76% of parents surveyed think teachers and school bus drivers should be better compensated.

Safety, efficiency, and environmental impact lead concerns going into the 2023-24 school year.

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HopSkipDrive Report Details Extent of School Bus Driver Shortage

The latest report from HopSkipDrive draws connections between reliable transportation access and...

The new survey released by the supplemental school transportation provider indicates that 92% of school districts are constrained by the ongoing shortage.

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