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Articlesby Nicole SchlosserJanuary 24, 2017

New Transportation Technology Tools for 2017

Whether looking for quick and seamless data integration or to boost safety or energy efficiency, school transportation directors have a number of options for the new year.

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Newsby StaffMay 17, 2016

Seon Launches Around Vehicle Monitoring System in School Bus, Transit Markets

The inView 360 is designed to eliminate vehicle blind spots by providing drivers with a real time 360-degree bird’s eye view of their surroundings.

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School Bus Fleet BlogJuly 8, 2015

6 ways to get students on board with school bus safety

The best way to keep students alert and safe on school bus rides is to encourage active participation in bus safety. Here are tips to better engage children and prevent injuries.

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Newsby StaffJuly 1, 2015

Safe Fleet acquires Hadley’s bus mirror product line

This is the fifth acquisition for Safe Fleet, which formed in 2013. With the deal, Hadley joins Specialty Manufacturing, Transpec, Pretoria and Seon.

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ArticlesJanuary 22, 2015

Alt-fuel Vehicles, Safety Tools on Tap at NAPT Trade Show

Several alternative-fuel vehicles debuted during the show in Kansas City, Missouri, including two new CNG school buses and an all-electric bus. Also, safety-related products, such as a stop-arm violation data system and a student and vehicle tracking system, grabbed the spotlight.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonOctober 27, 2014

Prop arms help train drivers to check mirrors thoroughly

The prop arms can be placed around school buses to encourage drivers to look closely for, as an example, a child bending down to pick up a dropped item.

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Newsby StaffJuly 16, 2014

Iowa updates school bus spec rules

Among changes to the state's school transportation equipment specs are requirements for remote-controlled mirrors, fluorescent seat belts for drivers, and fire block upholstery in all seating positions. Lap belts are no longer allowed on new school buses in Iowa, except for use with child seats.

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Articlesby Kelly AguinaldoJuly 7, 2014

Mirrors: Enhancing Safety From All Angles

Companies that manufacture rearview mirrors and other products equipped with mirrors are aware of a school bus driver's need to clearly see multiple areas when transporting students. Today's offerings feature technology designed to improve the view inside the bus, around the back of the bus, and the danger zone.

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Newsby StaffJune 30, 2014

Woodstock ups stop-arm warranty to 4 years, expands product line

For its school bus stop arms, Woodstock Safety Mirror Co. now provides a full, four-year warranty from the date of delivery. In addition to its left-side front and rear stop arms, the company now offers a right-side, infrared camera with a monitor on the dashboard to enhance the driver’s view of the danger zone.

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NewsAugust 8, 2013

There are safer ways to back up a bus

Backing up school buses can be risky and dangerous, and drivers are often instructed not to reverse unless it's absolutely necessary. Backup camera systems can aid drivers in this task while also increasing safety by helping to prevent accidents.

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