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Articlesby Sadiah Thompson June 10, 2021

5 Tips for Electric School Bus Training With First Responders

From dealing with a new electric powertrain and battery technology to different maintenance and safety requirements, the proper training can help ensure a successful emergency response.

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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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StatisticsMarch 18, 2021

Maintenance Survey 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has technicians tasked with more bus and shop disinfecting duties, as well as stocking hand sanitizer, masks, and other PPE for drivers. Meanwhile, respondents report higher pay over last year.

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ArticlesMarch 5, 2021

5 New Tools to Boost Maintenance Operations

A cloud-based tire data management system, shock absorbers, and transmission fluid that can deliver enhanced vehicle performance are just some of the latest products geared toward bus maintenance.

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NewsJanuary 26, 2021

Zonar Reveals New School Bus Tech Solutions, Partners with Transfinder

The solutions are designed to enhance fleet operations. Meanwhile, the company’s partnership with Transfinder will focus on offering technology to optimize routing, increase safety, and improve maintenance productivity.

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ArticlesJanuary 5, 2021

Lower Costs With the Right Maintenance Equipment

Using the best-suited vehicle lift, wheel service equipment, and tire balancers and changers is key to saving money and keeping buses on the road.

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NewsDecember 9, 2020

Texas District Deploys First Electric School Buses in the State

Everman Independent School District adds three Blue Bird Vision Electric school buses to its fleet. It expects to save $4,000 a year on fuel and $2,000 a year on maintenance.

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School Bus Fleet BlogNovember 3, 2020

8 Keys to Getting Your Buses Prepared for Winter

Regardless of your location, it is important to perform periodic seasonal maintenance. When doing so, consider the operation of specific systems rather than individual components.

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NewsSeptember 21, 2020

PERC Resource Highlights Maintenance Benefits of Propane

The new resource from the Propane Education and Research Council shows how propane autogas can improve vehicle maintenance logistics and lower costs.

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ArticlesJuly 9, 2020

3 Tips for Optimal Tire Maintenance

Maintaining proper inflation and consistently completing thorough visual inspections and rotations go a long way toward extending tire life.

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