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Newsby News/Media ReleaseMay 17, 2024

HopSkipDrive Enhances RideIQ Platform with Precision Location Features and Ride-Pausing Functionality

HopSkipDrive unveils new features for its RideIQ platform, offering precision location pins for exact pickup and drop-off spots, and a ride pausing function. These updates aim to streamline school transportation, minimizing confusion and disruptions while ensuring safety and efficiency for passengers across more than 600 districts, nonprofits, and government agencies.

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Articlesby Wes PlattMay 13, 2024

How Do You Say School Bus Driver in 20 Different Languages?

From Spanish to Mandarin, delve into the universal role these unsung heroes known as "school bus drivers" play in ensuring children's safety and well-being on their daily journey to and from school.

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SponsoredMay 10, 2024

Electric Opportunities in School Transportation [VIDEO]

Executive Editor of School Bus Fleet, Wes Platt, discusses the possible reclassification of marijuana, proposed changes to EV school bus safety standards, the EPA's Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Grant program, and PERC's new hire. Plus, an interview with Vinny Riscica, senior project manager for clean transportation at NYSERDA! This episode is sponsored by Thomas Built Buses, a leader in pupil transportation. 

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Newsby Wes PlattMay 8, 2024

Safety Competitions Back on Track Post-Pandemic

In June, Kansas holds its annual conference and driving competition, while NSTA goes to Texas for the latest School Bus Driver International Safety Competition.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseMay 2, 2024

CalAmp Launches Dispatch Monitor to Enhance School Bus Fleet Management

CalAmp's Dispatch Monitor enhances school bus fleet management with real-time route coverage and driver efficiency tracking, prioritizing student safety.

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Toy school bus cradled in hands with text: New Safety Standards Proposed for Electric School Buses.
Articlesby Wes PlattApril 25, 2024

New Safety Standards Proposed for Electric School Buses

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) proposes FMVSS No. 305a, upgrading electric vehicle safety regulations, including heavy vehicles like school buses. Comments accepted until June 14.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseApril 23, 2024

Grote Industries Names New Star Safety Technologies Regional Sales Manager

Gunther Hochapfel boasts more than 18 years of safety tech expertise that he’s expected to leverage in his new role.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseApril 22, 2024

New York Association Urges Motorists to Stop for School Buses

Operation Safe Stop Day on April 25 is an opportunity for the New York Association for Pupil Transportation to raise awareness about school bus safety.

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ProductsApril 11, 2024

Castrol, Safety-Kleen Team for MoreCircular

Castrol and Safety-Kleen join forces in the hopes of revolutionizing the U.S. lubricants industry with Castrol MoreCircular.

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Newsby StaffApril 3, 2024

Georgia Legislature Approves Historic Increase in Student Transportation Budget

In a landmark decision, Georgia's lawmakers agree on a $205 million increase in student transportation funding, aiming to rectify long-standing issues with the state's school bus system. Advocates hail the move as crucial for student safety and attendance. Governor Brian Kemp expected to endorse, underscoring the state's commitment.

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