Check out our biggest stories captured on video in 2025, from alternative transportation to safety tech shaping school transportation.
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Some stories are best told on camera.
In 2025, we dove into topics with real thought leaders in the industry, covering breaking news and inspirational stories that made you tune in. From alternative transportation, human trafficking, new bus features, and emerging safety tech, these videos captured the conversations that shaped school transportation this year.
Safe Fleet’s Mike Hagan joins us on The Route to discuss the future of school bus safety technology — from predictive stop arms and driver monitoring to AI cameras and law enforcement partnerships. The Route is sponsored by IC Bus — proudly manufacturing the Next Generation CE Series.
We cover top headlines in student transportation before joining NSTA Executive Director Curt Macysyn to discuss recent events and updates from Washington, D.C.
Get to know the inspiring stories of 12 young leaders in student transportation in this episode of The Route! Plus, hear stories and takeaways from SBF’s 2025 Administrator of the Year, Kimberly Jones.
Join us from the trade show floor at NAPT's ACTS conference in Grand Rapids from Oct. 31-Nov. 4, 2025! School Bus Fleet caught up with Chad Duncan from IC Bus to check out the next-generation IC CE diesel school bus featuring a redesigned glass door for improved visibility, dual-height handrails, and bright LED interior lighting.
Human trafficking might not be top of mind when you think of school buses — but it should be. Let's chat with Truckers Against Trafficking and a former transportation director about how this crime shows up in school transportation — and how drivers can play a life-saving role in spotting and stopping it.
Missed any of last month’s industry news? We got you. Reporting from Minneapolis, here’s your quick recap of updates from Waymo's controversy, technology, and safety legislation across the U.S.
Ongoing driver shortages nationwide are forcing tough transportation decisions. See how districts are using supplemental transportation to maintain coverage for high-needs students.
Check out some of the latest personnel moves from across the school bus industry, including new leadership appointments, various promotions, and major restructuring.
School closures are inevitable, but transportation chaos doesn’t have to be. Learn how modern routing technology helps districts model closure scenarios before board votes turn into crises.
We're looking for an amazing school bus contractor executive who embodies dedication, excellence, and innovation. Nominate the greats you know for SBF's 2026 award! Nominations close March 31.
Nominations are now open for the second annual 2026 School Bus Driver Hero Award. Help us honor the drivers who selflessly dedicate themselves to ensuring the safety, well-being, and success of the students they transport every day.
Check in with Tennessee’s new state transportation manager, Josh Hinerman, as he reflects on his journey, path to leadership, and priorities for student-centered transportation.