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ArticlesMay 1, 2025

Decoding Diesel Parts: Understanding Engine Components for Optimal School Bus Performance

Let’s talk engines and how to guarantee peak performance while minimizing downtime. Here, find an accessible breakdown of key diesel engine components, walking through common signs of wear or failure, practical maintenance tips, and when to repair versus replace parts.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseApril 15, 2025

Fort Worth ISD Selects First Student for Fleet Maintenance

Through First Services, the contracted service provider will manage maintenance needs for Forth Worth's 240 buses, with hopeful savings of 20%.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseMarch 26, 2025

Fleetio Launches Maintenance Shop Network Portal, Expands Geotab Integration

Fleetio is releasing two new tools to help fleet managers and maintenance providers track vehicles and provide effective maintenance regardless of where a driver may need it.

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ArticlesMarch 6, 2025

Electric Buses in The Shop: How to Be Prepared for EV Maintenance

While electric buses may look the same as traditional buses, there are several things to consider when it's time to look under the hood. From safety to getting under the bus here are some things to be aware of when setting up for EV maintenance.

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Newsby StaffMarch 6, 2025

Now Online: School Bus Fleet's March 2025 Maintenance Issue

From new shop products to electric school bus maintenance considerations and our annual maintenance survey results, don't miss these articles.

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Articlesby Amanda HuggettFebruary 19, 2025

Parts, Pay, and Propane: What’s Changing in School Bus Maintenance

This school year, parts availability remains a top challenge, propane makes gains, buses get younger, software usage grows, tech pay increases, and the driver shortage lessens. This and more survey results here, sponsored by Dayton Parts.

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Articlesby Amanda HuggettFebruary 14, 2025

12 New Maintenance Products for the Shop and the Bus

A new lift, maintenance and tracking software, metal lubricant, warranty tracking, and tire and oil solutions, are just some of the latest products geared toward the school bus shop.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseFebruary 3, 2025

BendPak Announces 2025 Leadership Team Updates

The vehicle maintenance manufacturer shares three changes to its leaders in the sales, marketing, and product development teams.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJanuary 15, 2025

Durham School Services Celebrates New Master Technicians and Blue Seal Locations

A combined 25 individuals and Durham School Services receive accolades for its techs and locations across North America, from both in house and sister brands, for their dedication to maintenance excellence and training.

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Articlesby Amanda HuggettJanuary 13, 2025

2025 Trend to Watch: Tech & Telematics in Focus

Discover how telematics is revolutionizing school bus operations in 2025, from GPS tracking and video monitoring to preventive maintenance and AI-enabled insights. Learn about telematics’ evolution, challenges to adoption, and what’s next.

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