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ArticlesApril 1, 2001

Tracking and Analyzing Road Breakdowns

Tracking road breakdowns is key to fine-tuning an operation’s preventive maintenance program. How often your buses need to be brought in for routine m...

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ArticlesOctober 1, 2000

Properties of diesel fuel can affect performance

The diesel engines powering the vast majority of school buses are highly efficient, reliable sources of mechanical power.

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ArticlesDecember 1, 1999

How to Keep Your Fleet Healthy in Cold Weather

To proof your buses against frigid temperatures, pay attention to tires, fuel, belts and hoses. And don't ignore driver training.

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ArticlesSeptember 1, 1999

Link oil-change intervals to engine hours, not mileage

When to change the oil in your school bus engine is a controversial question. The answer is an important one because it affects your operational costs and the environment.

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ArticlesAugust 1, 1999

Defining the role of the service manager

The service manager or the fleet maintenance manager or whatever title you want to use is a pivotal figure of a school bus operation.

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Articlesby StaffApril 1, 1998

Improper tire inspections cause early trip to scrap pile

One of the most important parts of the pre-trip inspection of any school bus is the examination of the tires. Too many drivers merely thump the tires,...

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ArticlesFebruary 1, 1998

3 keys to maintaining automatic transmissions

Premature failure of your automatic transmissions can be minimized through proper spec'ing, preventive maintenance and technician training. By includi...

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ArticlesFebruary 1, 1998

What You Need to Know about ABS for School Buses

The antilock brake system (ABS) mandate has arrived. School buses (with a GVWR of more than 10,000 pounds) equipped with air brake systems manufactured after March 1 will be required to have ABS.

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