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Newsby StaffJanuary 21, 2016

Connecticut district may cut school bus aides

The superintendent for Westport Public Schools is looking to save $125,000, and says that monitors are no longer necessary due to technology that improves bus safety. Parents and board members argue against the proposal, citing greater demands on school bus drivers and more distracted motorists.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 14, 2016

Technology a focus of NTSB’s ‘Most Wanted’ safety improvements

Occupant protection, distraction and fatigue are other key issues addressed in the National Transportation Safety Board’s list for 2016.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 4, 2016

New rooftop a/c unit offered for school buses

American Cooling Technology expands its bus rooftop air-conditioning product line with the launch of the new RTS-275.

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Newsby StaffDecember 11, 2015

Zonar hires chief strategy officer

Ian McKerlich will be responsible for driving the transportation technology supplier’s corporate strategy and product delivery.

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ArticlesNovember 18, 2015

Weighing the costs and benefits of safety technologies

Pedestrian detection technology could be ideal for a school bus on an urban route. ESC is particularly beneficial for a bus traveling at higher speeds.

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Newsby StaffNovember 16, 2015

Zonar, NAPT honor Don Carnahan Memorial Grant winners

This year’s 11 recipients will receive up to $50,000 each for school bus security, safety and efficiency technology hardware. Recipients were chosen based on their proposed plans for using Zonar’s fleet management solutions.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonNovember 11, 2015

Thomas Built Buses launches new technology platform

BusWise for the C2 school bus will integrate Zonar’s tracking and operations solutions to provide real-time info. Features include Mobileye collision warning and a 360-degree camera system.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonOctober 13, 2015

Blue Bird, Bendix demonstrate electronic stability control

A thrilling test ride on a school bus showed how ESC technology can help the driver maintain control on slippery surfaces and sharp turns.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonSeptember 29, 2015

EPA school bus rebate funding increases to $7M

The rebates are for replacing older school buses or — in a new option for the program this year — installing retrofit technology to reduce emissions.

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ArticlesSeptember 2, 2015

Fire Suppression Systems Increase Automation, Early Detection

Advances in fire suppression technology can help identify and stop an impending bus fire before flames even come into play. The systems can also provide more time for passenger evacuation during a thermal event.

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