As gasoline gains ground as a fuel of choice, school bus maintenance staff report increased budget pressure and lack of training and support amid marginal salary gains. These and more new trends in School Bus Fleet's 2026 annual school transportation maintenance survey.
Inside, you'll find data on:
- The top challenges in school bus maintenance
- Fleet composition and age
- Fuel types used
- Used vs. new buying patterns
- Technician pay
- Certifications
- Effects of the driver shortage