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ArticlesMarch 6, 2014

Web exclusive: Getting the most out of DEF

Understanding some basic facts about diesel exhaust fluid (DEF), such as its freezing point, the importance of using high-quality DEF and keeping it clean, and proper storage procedures, will go a long way in its efficiency in a selective catalytic reduction system.

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Articlesby Kelly AguinaldoJuly 5, 2011

The Latest in Emission-Control Technology

From diesel particulate filters to diesel oxidation catalysts to crankcase filtration systems to a hybrid system, there are numerous products available to the industry. Their emission-reduction capabilities range from 20 to more than 90 percent, and they can be applied to a variety of engines and school buses.

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Articlesby Claire AtkinsonMarch 12, 2010

Contractor Roundtable: The Current Business Climate

School bus contractors offer insights on the advantages of contracting in the current economic climate as well as the impact of state and national regulatory issues.

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Articlesby Claire AtkinsonJanuary 15, 2010

NAPT Summit Urges Engagement

National Association for Pupil Transportation (NAPT) members heard a major theme emerge during the general sessions and seminars at the 2009 Summit: namely, that transportation is a key part of the education system, and the industry must take on and promote that role in order to achieve larger safety and educational goals.

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Articlesby Thomas McMahonNovember 4, 2009

Q&A: NASDPTS President Charlie Hood on Funding Challenges, Work With Feds

State directors are battling budget shortfalls, but NASDPTS President Charlie Hood says that they remain optimistic. The association’s work with federal agencies and other industry groups targets the betterment of school transportation.

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Articlesby Thomas McMahonAugust 19, 2009

Keeping NSTA on Track

Donald Fowler brings his decades of experience in school bus contracting to the national stage as he becomes president of NSTA. He sees challenges for the industry but is committed to taking them on.

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ArticlesJuly 1, 2009

Making DEF Work for Your Operation

In talking with school bus fleet managers, transportation directors and mechanics about how they’re going to meet the tough new EPA air quality sta...

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Articlesby Thomas McMahonJune 1, 2008

We give a hoot

It’s hard to go anywhere or do anything these days without coming across some sort of “go green” message. On TV, you might see a Good Morni...

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Articlesby StaffApril 1, 2008

IC’s McKinney Aims at Enhanced Buses, Energy Solutions

In December, IC Corporation announced that it had named John McKinney its new vice president and general manager. The position entails managing ...

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Articlesby StaffJanuary 1, 2008

EPA, Scholastic Inc. promote clean school buses

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The EPA and Scholastic Inc. have partnered to educate children about clean air and to promote environmentally-friendly school buses...

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