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Managementby StaffFebruary 15, 2011

Former Oklahoma state director begins new job

Randy McLerran starts work this week at National Bus Sales, which offers new, used and reconditioned buses, as well as bus customization services. McLerran, who has 31 years of experience in the industry, will serve as a school transportation specialist and sales representative.

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Alternative Fuelsby StaffFebruary 15, 2011

Eaton system available for IC Bus hybrid

Eaton Corp. worked with IC Bus to specially design its hybrid system for school bus deployment. The hybrid bus combines the MaxxForce DT engine with an electric motor that has a peak power output of 44 kilowatt.

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Safetyby StaffFebruary 15, 2011

Maine could adopt new rule about transporting alcohol on buses

The state Department of Education is considering a rule next year that would prohibit school bus drivers from having unopened containers of alcohol in their vehicles after students found their driver's unopened beer on the bus. Currently, there is no state law that prohibits this.

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Managementby StaffFebruary 15, 2011

Operations honor staff during Love the Bus month

At events held around the country — many of which took place on Valentine’s Day — school bus drivers and others involved in transporting students are recognized for their dedication. Barbecue lunches and breakfasts are among the celebratory activities.

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Alternative Fuelsby StaffFebruary 14, 2011

GM unveils propane option for cutaways

For the 2012 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana cutaway 3500 and 4500 vans, GM will offer a “one-stop-shop” approach that delivers a vehicle with a complete LPG fuel system. The cutaways can be converted to various school bus, commercial, shuttle bus and RV requirements.

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Safetyby StaffFebruary 14, 2011

Teen escapes attempted abduction at bus stop

A man grabs the 14-year-old girl and tries to remove some of her clothing, but she is able to free herself. The victim then runs home and reports the incident to her mother; detectives are working to generate a composite sketch of the suspect.

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Safetyby StaffFebruary 10, 2011

Students produce public safety video on illegal bus passing

The 30-second public service announcement demonstrates that protecting the lives of students is worth waiting the extra time for a stopped school bus. It was produced in cooperation with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police; authorities report that between September and January, they received 60 complaints of illegal passing incidents.

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Safetyby StaffFebruary 10, 2011

AngelTrax announces additions to mobile DVR line

The company's Hybrid Component Series now includes the Hybrid Quest and Hybrid Vault. These hot-swappable, component-based DVRs both feature wireless compatibility, and are capable of live video streaming and instant system health checks.

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Managementby StaffFebruary 10, 2011

‘Books on the Bus’ program creates peaceful bus ride

Under the program, students from an elementary school in Maine spend the bus ride reading to themselves, reading to friends and listening to their friends read. Students submit bookmarks as they read, which makes them eligible for prizes.

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Managementby StaffFebruary 9, 2011

LaHood to attend Love the Bus event

The U.S. transportation secretary is scheduled to take part in a celebration being coordinated by the American School Bus Council in Maryland. Other key government officials have also been invited.

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