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Storer Transportation
Articlesby Wes PlattJune 12, 2024

STORER AT THE WHEEL: How a Childhood Job Evolved into Professional Passion

Inspired by his grandparents, Donald Storer has helped his company overcome challenges – including the COVID 19 pandemic – with a focus on safety, innovation, and family values. Storer Transportation is our School Bus Fleet Contractor of the Year for 2024.

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School Bus Stop Arm
Newsby News/Media ReleaseJune 3, 2024

FMCSA Grants Aimed at Commercial Vehicle Safety

The Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program grant awards are funded under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

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Blue Bird workers.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseMay 24, 2024

Blue Bird Workers Secure First Union Contract

Blue Bird Corporation celebrates the ratification of its first union contract by over 1,500 workers, secured through collaboration with the United Steelworkers. The three-year agreement promises significant wage increases, job respect, and vital health and safety provisions.

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Dan Kobussen, NSTA President.
NSTA Advocacy in ActionMay 22, 2024

NSTA Advocacy in Action: Under the Hood Permanence Prospects Get Congressional Assist

"Previously, NSTA worked with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to craft three different UTH waivers – each lasting for a period of 90-days. While those waivers were adopted on a time limited basis, we received feedback that motor vehicle agencies around the country were reluctant to adopt the waiver because of the limited time duration involved."

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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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School bus driving competition judge inspects the results.
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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Map with routing pins.
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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