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Alternative Fuelsby Thomas McMahonMay 21, 2018

New Electric Type A School Bus Coming From Collins

The bus utilizes Motiv’s Electric Powered Intelligent Chassis, based on the Ford E-450 platform.

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Maintenanceby StaffMay 21, 2018

Thomas Built Parent DTNA Opens Parts Distribution Center in Iowa

Daimler Trucks North America says it can now deliver 80% of dealer order volume in the U.S. by the next day.

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Safetyby Nicole SchlosserMay 18, 2018

NASDPTS Publishes Paper on School Bus Drivers' Role in Student Safety

The state directors’ organization details requirements and outlines the history of standards created for driver training. NASDPTS also notes its involvement in initiatives that impact school bus drivers. 

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Safetyby StaffMay 18, 2018

Video Reportedly Shows School Bus Driver in New Jersey Crash Made U-Turn

State Department of Transportation camera footage shows that the bus driver cut across lanes to make a U-turn after apparently missing an exit, sources say. The crash investigation is ongoing and no conclusion has been reached.

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Managementby StaffMay 18, 2018

School Bus Logistics Adds 3 New Staff Members

Pupil transportation veterans Scott French, Jim Bergeron, and Barbara Reyes join the logistics consulting company.

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Safetyby Nicole SchlosserMay 17, 2018

2 Dead in New Jersey School Bus Crash

A student and a teacher are killed in a crash between a school bus and dump truck. Forty-three of the 45 people aboard are injured.

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Safetyby StaffMay 17, 2018

New York School Bus Drivers to Convene for Safety Competition

More than 100 drivers from across the state will take part in the New York State School Bus Safety Competition this weekend.

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Safetyby StaffMay 17, 2018

Student Stops Allegedly Drunk School Bus Driver

The Alabama sophomore notices erratic driving, and has the driver keep the bus turned off after she pulls over. The driver is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and reckless endangerment.

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Safetyby Thomas McMahonMay 17, 2018

TSA Points to Potential for Vehicle Ramming Attacks

The security agency provides details on vehicle ramming incidents and offers related security tips for transportation providers.

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Managementby Thomas McMahonMay 16, 2018

Midwest Transit Acquires IC Bus Dealership in Michigan

The acquisition of Capital City International gives Midwest Transit Equipment the IC Bus distribution rights for all of Michigan.

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