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Newsby StaffMarch 23, 2015

92 Blue Bird propane buses included in STA’s new Colorado contract

The manufacturer’s school buses will power the largest “green fleet” of school vehicles in Colorado, according to Blue Bird and STA.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 26, 2015

Blue Bird becomes publicly traded company

The school bus manufacturer debuts on the Nasdaq stock exchange with the ticker symbol “BLBD” after the close of an acquisition by Hennessy.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 17, 2015

Blue Bird honors dealers for sales, service

The manufacturer recognized the 35 recipients of the 2014 Dealer Award for their exceptional sales and service performance at its dealer meeting. Bryson Sales and Service of Washington took top honors as the 2014 Blue Bird Dealer of the Year.

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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 StaffJanuary 5, 2015

Connecticut district saves $200K with propane school buses

Contractor All-Star Transportation acquired 51 Blue Bird Propane Vision Type C school buses to service Torrington Public Schools about two years ago when the district was looking to replace some of its older diesel school buses.

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Newsby StaffDecember 8, 2014

Blue Bird offers electronic stability control system

The Bendix Electronic Stability Program is now available as an option on Blue Bird’s All American and Vision buses.

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Newsby StaffNovember 14, 2014

Blue Bird announces price increase

The 3.2% increase will cover cost increases in labor and materials. Blue Bird has maintained prices since 2011, officials say.

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Newsby StaffNovember 12, 2014

New Micro Bird Type A bus turns heads at trade show

According to Blue Bird, the T-Series bus body’s aerodynamic features aid in increasing fuel economy by about 20%.

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Newsby StaffNovember 11, 2014

Blue Bird to unveil new Type A bus, new technology

Along with the new Micro Bird T-Series bus, Blue Bird will debut an electronic stability control system and a new Propane Vision warranty.

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Newsby StaffNovember 7, 2014

Blue Bird announces 2014 Supplier Awards

The company presented its 2014 Supplier of the Year award to Bendix Commercial Systems for teaming with Blue Bird to launch a premier air disc brake. Blue Bird also recognized 10 other suppliers for quality, innovation and service.

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