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Newsby StaffOctober 25, 2016

Missouri District Shifts to In-House Transportation

After ending a contract with a transportation company, Rockwood School District acquires its own fleet of 164 Blue Bird diesel school buses.

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ProductsOctober 4, 2016

Remanufactured Diesel Engine

The remanufactured International MaxxForce DT 7.6L Running Complete diesel engine is available for the following 2007 to 2010 applications: IC Bus 300 Series buses; International 4300 Series; and International 4400 Series.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonSeptember 29, 2016

EPA Offers Another $7M in School Bus Rebates

Rebates for purchasing new school buses to replace older models range from $15,000 to $25,000 per bus.

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NewsSeptember 20, 2016

Details on the New Diesel Engine Oil Standards

The American Petroleum Institute has approved two new diesel engine oil standards: CK-4 and FA-4. Here’s an explanation of the new categories.

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School Bus Fleet BlogSeptember 13, 2016

Tapping in to Tax Credits for Transportation

Many transportation companies are not taking advantage of some of the applicable tax credits. Here, a CPA provides details on fuel tax savings and a work opportunity credit.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonAugust 17, 2016

Feds Finalize Standards for Greenhouse Gas, Fuel Efficiency

The new CO2 and fuel consumption standards for vocational vehicles — including school buses — start in model year 2021.

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Newsby StaffAugust 6, 2016

Diesel Gallon Equivalent Standard Adopted for Natural Gas Sales

The National Conference on Weights and Measures approves the diesel gallon equivalent standard as a legally authorized method of sale for natural gas sold as motor fuel.

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ProductsJuly 27, 2016

Wireless Diesel Tachometer

The new, patented Wireless Diesel Tachometer is designed to provide a simple, self-powered solution for generating tachometry readings from nearly any motor.

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Newsby StaffJuly 27, 2016

Cummins Launches New Efficiency Initiative, Engine Lineup

SmartEfficiency focuses on improved uptime, reliability, and fuel economy, according to Cummins. The supplier's 2017 school bus engine lineup offers diesel and natural gas options.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonJuly 25, 2016

IC Bus Unveils Gasoline-Powered Type C School Bus

In an interview with SBF, IC Bus exec Trish Reed discusses the new gasoline option, which is expected to provide easier maintenance and quieter operation compared to a diesel.

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