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ArticlesJanuary 13, 2025

2025 Trend to Watch: Cloudy Future for Alternative Fuels

As the landscape of alternative-fuel school buses evolves, with electric, propane and natural gas buses gaining popularity, schools are navigating funding challenges, infrastructure needs, and the push for a greener future.

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EV buses: why or why not?
Videosby Amanda HuggettJanuary 9, 2025

EV Buses: Why or Why Not? Operators Weigh In [VIDEO]

What are transportation directors' experiences with electric buses? We asked them for you! Take a listen to what SBFX attendees told us here about whether they operate any ESBs and why or why not.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJanuary 8, 2025

Student Transportation of America Deploys Electric School Buses in Vermont

White River Valley Supervisory Union celebrates the addition of three electric buses coming to their district thanks to Student Transportation of America.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJanuary 7, 2025

First Look at Thomas Built Buses' Second-Gen Jouley Electric School Bus

Peek at the next-generation of the Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley here, with the scoop on its new tech, features, performance, and more.

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a propane school bus
Newsby News/Media ReleaseDecember 18, 2024

New Fleet, Clean Slate: Georgia District Goes All-Green with Latest Buses

Wilkes County Schools makes history with the state's first all-electric and propane bus fleet, backed by Blue Bird, Highland Electric, and EPA funding.

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two school buses park in ev charging spots
Newsby News/Media ReleaseDecember 11, 2024

23 Electric Buses Debut in Fla. District.

Dixie County Public Schools welcomes new ESBs into its fleet funded by the EPA's Clean School Bus program.

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ArticlesDecember 2, 2024

How to Choose the Right Chargers for Your Electric School Bus Fleet

Optimize your electric school bus fleet with expert tips on charger selection. From AC vs. DC to bidirectional charging, plus tips on power levels, compatibility, and more, this guide has got you covered.

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Students boarding electric bus
Newsby News/Media ReleaseNovember 25, 2024

Survey: Most Parents Support Electric School Buses

A recent Highland Electric study found that 65% of U.S. parents would prefer their children ride an electric school bus over a diesel one.

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illustration of a thermal system on an electric bus driving down the road
ArticlesNovember 15, 2024

The Road to a Greener Future: How Thermal Tech Drives Electric Innovation in School Buses

As the school bus transforms from a diesel-powered icon to an electric, eco-friendly vehicle, walk through the challenges and innovations in thermal management, battery performance, and infrastructure, driving the future of sustainable student transportation.

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two people in safety vests walk in front of school buses
Newsby News/Media ReleaseNovember 13, 2024

15 Electric Buses Headed to Ill. School District

First Student worked with Westville School District to replace 15 older diesel buses with newer electric versions from IC Bus and Micro Bird.

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