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Black Zonar V4 telematics device shown on an orange background, a rectangular fleet telematics unit with status indicator lights and connection ports used in commercial vehicles to collect operational and emissions data.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseMarch 5, 2026

Zonar Becomes First CARB-Approved OEM Telematics Provider

Zonar received CARB certification allowing fleets with factory-installed V4 telematics devices to automatically submit emissions data for Clean Truck Check compliance.

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Attendees visit the AMF Bruns vendor booth in the expo hall, examining a wheelchair securement device while speaking with an exhibitor about safety equipment.
Photo Galleriesby Amanda HuggettMarch 3, 2026

Innovation & Inspiration in Burbank: CASTO 2026 Photo Highlights

Take a peek at key moments and top takeaways from the 58th California state transportation association’s annual conference, from session highlights, snapshots from vendors, and interactive activities.

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An orange graphic with text reading "2026 Conference Highlights: SBF On the Scene at CASTO."
Videosby StaffMarch 2, 2026

The Best of CASTO 2026: Key Moments in Video

Take a quick tour of the 58th annual California Association of School Transportation Officials annual conference in this video of just some of the high-energy highlights.

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An orgnge, white, and black graphic with a black and white image ofpropane school buses.
Newsby Elora HaynesJanuary 30, 2026

Alt-Fuel Moves: Product Innovations & Funding Outlooks

Check out some of the latest moves where alternative fuels and school buses intersect, including electric and propane bus deployments, new EV products, and an update from CARB.

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Two people standing in front of a white charter bus parked at a transportation facility.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseJanuary 8, 2026

Charter Bus Company Helps California District with School Transportation

Busloop is helping Oakland Unified School District with field trip and other travel needs to aid in combatting effects of budget cuts and support underserved communities.

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South Coast AQMD logo alongside a school bus driving on a roadway, representing new funding to replace diesel buses with zero-emission models for Southern California school districts.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseNovember 20, 2025

California Agency to Fund $78M in New Clean School Buses

South Coast AQMD plans to replace 286 older buses with newer models, plus accompanying infrastructure, across 35 districts in the South Coast Air Basin.

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Aerial image of California highways intersecting with text reading "CARB Inventory Reveals Emissions Drop in California."
Newsby News/Media ReleaseNovember 13, 2025

CARB Reveals Clean Transportation Drove California’s Emissions Drop in 2023

The latest data shows California’s climate programs continue to push greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions down while the state’s economy grows.

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Graphic with California ocean view announcing: First Student’s FirstServes is now statewide
Newsby News/Media ReleaseSeptember 3, 2025

First Serves Program Expands Across California

First Student's behavioral training and support program is said to reduce incidents on school buses by an average of 27%, and is now available to all district partners in the Golden State.

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An orange and white graphic with a Teamsters logo and text reading "School Bus Drivers Unite With Teamsters."
Newsby StaffAugust 26, 2025

First Student Drivers in Northern California Join Teamsters

See why school bus drivers in San Leandro have joined Teamsters Local 853, strengthening worker power under the First Student National Master Agreement.

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Fremont USD electric school bus next to a Tellus Power bidirectional charger with ribbon, marking launch of V2G system to support grid resilience and clean energy initiatives.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseAugust 14, 2025

California District Unveils V2G Charging System

Fremont Unified School District welcomes new electric school bus charging infrastructure with help from The Mobility House. The V2G installation is one of the first depots in PG&E territory.

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