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Articlesby Nicole SchlosserMarch 30, 2021

Electric School Bus Maintenance: Key Similarities, Differences

Some components under the hood, such as hoses and coolant, are the same. Key differences include the need to disable batteries during repairs, a noise generator, and significantly fewer parts in an electric motor.

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NewsMarch 24, 2021

Illinois District Receives Blue Bird V2G-Capable Electric School Bus

The operational DC fast charge vehicle-to-grid capable school bus is the first of its kind to be delivered in North America, according to the school bus manufacturer. The bus will be used to serve Pekin Public School District 108.

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NewsMarch 23, 2021

Former Collins Bus Staff Member Joins Automotive Electric Tech Company

Chris Charlton, the former director of business development for Collins Bus, joins SEA Electric as a national account director for bus and fleet transportation.

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Newsby Sadiah Thompson March 19, 2021

2 Colorado Districts Receive Electric School Buses

Boulder Valley School District and West Grand School District 1-JT are the first districts in the state to receive electric school buses.

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Newsby Sadiah Thompson March 18, 2021

Bringing Electric School Buses on Board: How Dealers Can Help

Assisting with funding, setting up delivery timelines, and providing training are just some of the ways dealers can help support districts in rolling out electric buses.

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NewsMarch 16, 2021

Lion Electric to Build Battery Manufacturing Plant, Innovation Center in Quebec

The electric vehicle manufacturer expects the plant, projected to begin operating in 2023, to significantly cut manufacturing costs. The innovation center will research new technological advancements.

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Articlesby Nicole SchlosserMarch 15, 2021

New to Electric School Bus Adoption? Experienced Operators Share 6 Tips

Two school districts and one bus company weigh in on lessons learned during operation. They recommend planning to expand infrastructure, keeping range and charging in mind, and prioritizing driver training.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserMarch 11, 2021

Pacific Northwest Dealer Sees Jump in Electric School Bus Sales

Schetky Bus and Van Sales receives orders from five Seattle-area school districts for a total of seven Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley buses.

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Change Charging Ahead Despite Pandemic

Despite the challenges we still face brought about by COVID-19, school bus fleet electrification just keeps ramping up. Meanwhile, there is new leadership at one of the top national pupil transportation associations.

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Photo GalleriesMarch 4, 2021

PHOTOS: The Road to Electrifying School Bus Fleets

School districts and school bus operators across the nation are rolling out electric buses as part of their sustainability initiatives and cost-saving efforts.

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